Degummed Camel Undercoat Fiber from Japan
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.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• 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