Hair; coarse animal hair, not carded or combed

HS code 510220 covers the trade and production of coarse animal hair that has not been carded or combed. This industry is an essential part of the broader textile and apparel supply chain, providing raw materials for a variety of downstream applications. Coarse animal hair, such as that from camels, horses, or goats, is a durable and versatile natural fiber with unique properties that make it valuable in the manufacture of various products.

The production of coarse animal hair covered under HS code 510220 typically involves the collection, sorting, and cleaning of the raw fibers. Farmers and ranchers often manually harvest the hair from live animals, taking care to minimize contamination. The collected hair is then sorted by color, length, and quality before being cleaned to remove impurities. In some cases, the hair may undergo further processing, such as washing, drying, or even dyeing, depending on the intended end-use.

The primary input for this industry is, of course, the coarse animal hair itself. Producers rely on a steady supply of high-quality raw materials, often sourced from specialized farms or animal husbandry operations. In addition to the animal hair, the industry may also require various cleaning and processing chemicals, as well as specialized machinery for sorting, cleaning, and packaging the final product.

The coarse animal hair produced under HS code 510220 is used in a variety of applications, including the manufacture of 510310 Wool, fine or coarse animal hair; carded or combed, 570500 Other textile floor coverings, and 940420 Mattresses. The hair may also be used in the production of brushes, upholstery, and other industrial or craft-related products. The industry's outputs are an essential input for a wide range of downstream industries within the textile and manufacturing sectors.