Cashmere Spinning Waste from Mexico
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 — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
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