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New Zealand Carbonized Mohair Fiber

Carbonized mohair from Angora goats raised in New Zealand, processed to remove burrs and VM while degreased, no carding. Under HTS 5102.19.60.30 for Angora hair in carbonized condition per US note (c). High clean yield for weaving applications.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China0.4%+37.5%37.9%
🇲🇽Mexico0.4%+10.0%10.4%
🇨🇦Canada0.4%+10.0%10.4%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+12.5%12.5%

Alternative Classifications

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

5102.19Same rate: 37.9%

If declared as carpet wool

Degreased wool for carpets uses .40 suffix; misdeclaration risks bond forfeiture.

9802.00.80Lower: 12.5% vs 37.9%

If US goods returned after cleaning abroad

If US-origin mohair cleaned overseas, duty-free under 9802 for US goods returned.

5112Lower: 37.5% vs 37.9%

If knitted or crocheted fabric

Fabric production from the hair shifts to woven/knitted fabric headings like 5112.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Use entered condition clean yield for carbonized per US note (c); lab tests essential

• Bonding may apply if declared for special uses under US note (d), though primarily for wool

• Check for horsehair contamination—heading 0511 exclusion per chapter notes