Yarn; of fine animal hair, combed, not put up for retail sale

HS code 510820 covers the trade of yarn made from fine animal hair, such as cashmere or angora, that has been combed but not put up for retail sale. This industry plays a crucial role in the global textile and apparel supply chain, providing high-quality raw materials for the production of luxury fabrics and garments. The demand for these fine animal hair yarns is driven by the growing consumer appetite for premium, sustainable, and ethically-sourced textiles, making this industry an important contributor to the broader economy.

The production of HS 510820 yarn involves a multi-step process. First, the fine animal hair is collected, sorted, and cleaned to remove any impurities. The hair is then combed to align the fibers and remove any remaining short or coarse hairs. Next, the combed hair is spun into yarn using specialized machinery, which can involve techniques such as worsted or woolen spinning. The resulting yarn is then inspected, treated, and prepared for distribution to textile manufacturers and garment producers.

The main inputs required for the production of HS 510820 yarn include the fine animal hair, such as cashmere or angora, as well as specialized spinning equipment and machinery. The quality and characteristics of the raw animal hair, as well as the efficiency of the spinning process, are critical factors in determining the final quality and properties of the yarn. Additionally, the industry may rely on various chemicals, dyes, and other ancillary materials to treat and finish the yarn before it is sold to downstream industries.

The primary output of HS 510820 is high-quality yarn made from fine animal hair, which is then used by textile manufacturers and garment producers to create a variety of luxury fabrics and apparel products. These yarns may be consumed by industries covered under codes such as 520100 Wool, not carded or combed, 520300 Cotton, carded or combed, and 540700 Woven fabrics of synthetic filament yarn, among others, as they are incorporated into the production of premium textiles and garments.