Mongolian Cashmere Goat Fiber

Fine hair fiber from Mongolian Kashmir-type goats, not carded or combed, classified in 5102.11.90.00 as other Kashmir goat hair per chapter note (b). This raw material has clean yield determined post-cleaning allowances for vegetable matter and moisture. Primarily imported for luxury sweater yarn.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China4%+35.0%39%
🇲🇽Mexico4%+10.0%14%
🇨🇦Canada4%+10.0%14%
🇩🇪Germany4%+10.0%14%
🇯🇵Japan4%+10.0%14%

Alternative Classifications

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

5102Same rate: 39%

If of Angora goats

Chapter note (b) separates Angora mohair from Kashmir cashmere in different subheadings.

5112.19Lower: 35% vs 39%

If knitted into fabric

Knitted or crocheted cashmere fabrics fall under heading 5112.

5701.10.40.00Lower: 35% vs 39%

If used in hand-hooked carpets

End-use in specific floor coverings may invoke special use provisions.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Include veterinary certificates and fiber micron tests (<19 microns for true cashmere); declare exact clean yield

Pitfall: blending with coarser hair risks reclassification

Related Products under HTS 5102.11.90.00

Raw Kashmir Goat Cashmere Fiber

Unprocessed cashmere fiber sourced from the undercoat of Kashmir goats, not carded or combed, meeting the definition of fine animal hair in chapter note (b). This raw fiber is in its natural state with vegetable matter present, classified under 5102.11.90.00 as 'other' fine animal hair of Kashmir goats. It requires cleaning to achieve clean yield for textile processing.

Unwashed Cashmere Goat Down

Natural undercoat fiber from Kashmir (cashmere) goats in unwashed condition, free of carding or combing, classified as fine animal hair per chapter definitions. This 'other' category under 5102.11.90.00 applies to raw fiber not specifically degreased. Clean yield determination accounts for moisture, alcohol-soluble material, and ash per US note (b).

Kashmir Cashmere Raw Fleece

Raw fleece from Kashmir goats containing fine animal hair, unprocessed without carding or combing, falling under 5102.11.90.00 as 'other' non-specific fine hair. Includes natural impurities removable during commercial cleaning, with duties based on clean yield calculation. Used primarily for high-end yarn production.

Scoured but Uncombed Cashmere Fiber

Lightly scoured cashmere from Kashmir goats retaining fine animal hair structure, not carded or combed, under 5102.11.90.00 'other'. Scouring removes heavy dirt but clean yield still applies per US note (b) with commercial loss allowances. Suitable for direct spinning.

Premium Kashmir Goat Undercashmere

High-quality undercoat cashmere fiber from select Kashmir goats, raw and uncombed, precisely fitting 5102.11.90.00 as other fine animal hair. Duties assessed on clean yield after standard deductions for impurities. Used in ultra-luxury textiles.

Australian-Grown Cashmere Goat Hair

Fine animal hair from Kashmir goats bred in Australia, imported raw without carding/combing under 5102.11.90.00. Origin does not affect classification as long as Kashmir (cashmere) type per chapter note (b). Clean yield calculated with 12% moisture standard.