Degummed Camel Undercoat Fiber
Soft undercoat hair from Bactrian camels, degummed to remove gum-like substances, remaining uncarded. HTS 5102.19.2000 applies to this camel hair in degreased condition for use in premium insulation or blending.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If processed beyond degreased/carbonized
Further processed fine animal hair (not just degreased) goes to 5102.19.40 within the same heading but different treatment.
If converted to synthetic-blend staple fibers
If spun into staple fibers with synthetics, classification shifts to man-made fibers in Chapter 55.
If made into finished textile articles like blankets
End-use products like camel hair blankets are classified by function in Chapter 94, not raw hair.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Label shipments clearly as 'camel hair' with processing limited to degumming/degreasing to match subheading
• Test for moisture (12%) and ash (<0.5%) content as defined in clean yield calculations
• Avoid importing mixed fibers; purity affects duty and classification
Related Products under HTS 5102.19.20.00
Carbonized Bactrian Camel Hair
Hair from Bactrian camels carbonized to eliminate impurities, imported in clean yield condition. HTS 5102.19.2000 covers this as camel hair not further processed, ideal for knitting or felting.
Degreased Camel Hair Fiber
Raw camel hair that has been degreased to remove natural oils and impurities, but not carded or combed. It falls under HTS 5102.19.2000 as hair of the camel in a condition beyond just degreased, suitable for further textile processing into yarns or felts.
Carbonized Camel Hair
Camel hair treated through carbonization to remove vegetable matter, entered in that condition without further processing. Classified under HTS 5102.19.2000 for camel hair not carded or combed, with clean yield calculated as entered per US notes.
Washed Camel Hair Top
Camel hair washed and lightly processed to degreased state, prepared as loose top fibers for spinning. It qualifies for HTS 5102.19.2000 as not carded or combed, distinguishing it from more processed forms.
Degreased Dromedary Camel Hair
Dromedary camel hair degreased for textile applications, uncombed and loose. Falls under HTS 5102.19.2000 explicitly for camel hair (including dromedary) per chapter notes.