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Combed Buffalo Hair

Coarse hair from water buffalo, combed to prepare for spinning into durable yarns. HTS 5105.40.00.00 applies to combed coarse animal hair not qualifying as fine. Ideal for heavy carpets or ropes.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡³ChinaFree+35.0%35%
πŸ‡²πŸ‡½MexicoFree+10.0%10%
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡¦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
πŸ‡©πŸ‡ͺGermanyFree+10.0%10%
πŸ‡―πŸ‡΅JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

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

5105Same rate: 35%

If mixed with fine hair

Mixtures of fine/coarse hair combed go to 5105.30, distinct from pure coarse.

5102Lower: 10% vs 35%

If degreased but not combed

Degreased, not carded/combed coarse hair under 5102.

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Import Tips & Compliance

β€’ Ensure processing (combing) is verified; photos or mill certificates help CBP audits

β€’ Compute clean yield per US notes, deducting vegetable matter up to 15% allowance