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Buffalo Hair Yarn

Yarn from water buffalo coarse hair, employed in traditional weaving and brushes. HTS 5110.00.00.00 applies to coarse animal hair yarns from animals like buffalo, not fine or excluded types.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+35.0%35%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

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

0502.90.00.00Lower: 17.5% vs 35%

If raw coarse hair for brush-making

Chapter note (c) excludes brush-making hair from 5110, directing to 0502.

5402Lower: 17.5% vs 35%

If synthetic core with buffalo hair

High-tenacity synthetic yarns are 54, regardless of minor hair content.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Avoid classification as bristle (0502) by proving it's spun yarn, not raw for brushes

Use lab tests for clean yield if contested by customs

Industrial end-use may qualify for different valuation