Determining Raw Cashmere Micron Profiles and Dehairing Yields
Determining raw cashmere value requires combined OFDA micron profiling and oven-dry yield mass balance testing to calculate true clean dehaired cost.
HS Code 5102.11
Tariff Classification
A standardized customs classification code identifies fine animal hair from specific goat breeds for international trade and duty assessment. This hs code 5102.11 applies specifically to uncarded and uncombed cashmere hair that is imported or exported across borders. This designation ensures uniform statistical tracking and correct tariff application by customs authorities worldwide, helping trade organizations monitor the premium fiber market.
Cashmere Specification
The classification requires the material to originate from cashmere goats and to have a fiber diameter that meets the fine hair definition. Coarser goat hair or sheep wool is excluded from this code and is tracked under different tariff categories. Importers must supply accurate certificates of origin to prove the authenticity of the shipment.
Customs Implication
Applying the incorrect classification code to a raw material shipment can lead to costly delays at the border or financial penalties. Customs officers verify the documentation and may take samples for laboratory analysis to confirm the fiber diameter and origin. Correct usage of the code streamlines the clearance of raw textile fibers through international ports.
Quality Distinction
This tariff code focuses on raw or washed fiber before it undergoes carding or combing processes. Once the cashmere is processed into slivers or yarn, it moves to different customs numbers that reflect those processing stages. This separation allows economists to analyze the trade flow of raw cashmere against processed materials in global markets.