Cashmere Spinning Waste from Japan
Short fibers and noils discarded during cashmere yarn spinning, including dust and broken filaments from fine Kashmir goat hair. Falls under HTS 5103.20.00.00 as other waste of fine animal hair, not garnetted, valued on clean yield basis after removing impurities. Used in low-grade felts or blended yarns.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Bond may be required if repurposed beyond waste uses; reference US note (d) for special wool but adapted for hair
• Test for ash content (<0.5%) and alcohol-soluble matter to validate clean yield declaration
• Segregate from yarn waste (5106) during processing to prevent reclassification