Camel Hair Clippings

Short clippings and waste from camel undercoat processing, unsuitable for yarn. Under HTS 0511.99.4070 as other animal hair waste NES, excluded from Section XI textile materials per note (c). Not horsehair, so not specifically under 0511 horsehair subheading.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China1.1%+35.0%36.1%
🇲🇽Mexico1.1%+10.0%11.1%
🇨🇦Canada1.1%+10.0%11.1%
🇩🇪Germany1.1%+10.0%11.1%
🇯🇵Japan1.1%+10.0%11.1%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

5102.11Lower: 14% vs 36.1%

If dehaired and carded

Processed fine camel hair for yarn enters Chapter 51 as wool/hair.

0501.00.00.00Lower: 18.9% vs 36.1%

If unsorted but clean

Other unsorted animal hair falls under 0501 if not waste.

6307.90.98Lower: 24.5% vs 36.1%

If rags made from clippings

Woven into worn fabric becomes Chapter 63 made-up articles.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Document as 'waste unsuitable for spinning' to avoid Section XI scrutiny

Species certification prevents horsehair (0501) confusion

Bulk packaging avoids retail set classification

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