Combed Horse Tail Hair
Coarse hair from horse tails, combed to remove short fibers and tangles, excluding mane hair used for brush-making. Classified under HTS 5105.40.00.00 as coarse animal hair (not defined as fine or horsehair in 0511) that is combed. Commonly used in violin bow making or upholstery stuffing.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If horsehair for stuffing or upholstery
Horsehair specifically for stuffing falls under 0511, separate from processed coarse hair in Chapter 51.
If carded but not combed, in fragments
Less processed coarse hair may classify under 5104 for garnetted stock, not fully carded/combed.
If from fine hair animals like Angora rabbit
Fine animal hair combed moves to 5105.10 per chapter definitions.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Distinguish from heading 0511 horsehair (for stuffing) by proving end-use like bow hair; retain supplier certifications
• Calculate clean yield accurately, allowing for 12% moisture and minimal ash per US notes to prevent duty disputes
Related Products under HTS 5105.40.00.00
Carded Cow Tail Hair
Coarse hair sourced from cow tails, carded to straighten and clean for textile or craft applications. This fits HTS 5105.40.00.00 for carded coarse animal hair from animals outside fine hair definitions. Used in traditional rope making or artisan brushes.
Combed Llama Guard Hair
Coarse guard hairs from llamas (separated from fine undercoat), combed for yarn. HTS 5105.40.00.00 for coarse, not fine animal hair per notes. Used in rugged outerwear yarns.
Carded Sheep Skin Hair
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Combed Alpaca Guard Hairs
Coarse outer guard hairs from alpacas, combed separately from fine fiber. HTS 5105.40.00.00 for coarse portion. For blending in coarse textiles.
Carded Yak Guard Hair
Coarse guard hair from yaks, carded for spinning. Coarse per notes, HTS 5105.40.00.00. Used in tent fabrics.
Combed Nutria Coarse Hair
Coarse outer hair from nutria, combed (fine underhair separated). HTS 5105.40.00.00 coarse processed. For felting.