HTS US: 0501.XX.XXXX
Description
This heading covers human hair in various forms primarily used for wigs, hairpieces, and industrial applications. The products are generally classified as:
- Unworked human hair: Hair that has not undergone any processing such as bleaching, dyeing, or other chemical treatments.
- Waste of human hair: Hair that is considered waste or scrap, often collected after processing or trimming.
- Other human hair products: Including combed hair in bundles and hair prepared for further use.
The hair may be natural color or dyed, but if it has been processed beyond simple cleaning or combing, it may fall under other headings.
Code Hierarchy
- Section I: Live Animals; Animal Products (Chapters 01-05)
- Chapter 05: Products of Animal Origin, Not Elsewhere Specified or Included
- Heading 0501: Human hair, unworked, waste of human hair
- US HTS Code (10-digit):
0501.XX.XXXX– Final digits specify exact form and quality.
Detailed Breakdown of Subheadings
The 4-digit HS heading 0501 is subdivided into specific 6-digit and 10-digit codes reflecting the form and treatment of the human hair.
| HS/HTS Code | Description | Examples & Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 0501.00 | Human hair, unworked, whether or not washed or scoured; waste of human hair | The base heading encompassing all unworked and waste human hair products. |
0501.00.0000 |
Unworked human hair, including hair in bundles and waste | Includes natural-colored hair, waste, and scrap; no chemical processing beyond cleaning. |
| 0501.10 | Human hair, unworked, not dyed or otherwise chemically treated | Hair that remains in its natural state without dyeing or bleaching. |
0501.10.0000 |
Natural human hair, unworked, not dyed | Typically used for wig making or hair extensions where natural color is desired. |
| 0501.90 | Other human hair | May include dyed, bleached, or lightly processed hair still classified as unworked for customs purposes. |
0501.90.0000 |
Dyed or chemically treated human hair, unworked | Hair that has undergone some chemical treatment but not further manufacturing. |
What is NOT Classified Here?
To ensure proper classification, the following are excluded:
- Wigs, false beards, eyelashes and other articles made from human hair: Classified under Chapter 67.
- Hair yarns and threads: Those spun or twisted are classified under Section XI, Chapter 50 (Silk), or Chapter 56 (Wadding, felt, nonwovens).
- Animal hair: Hair from animals such as horses, goats, or camels falls under different headings (e.g., 0502 for horsehair).
- Processed hair products: Hair that has been dyed, bleached, or otherwise chemically processed beyond basic cleaning may be classified elsewhere depending on the extent of treatment.
Notes
- Import Regulations: Importation of human hair into the United States is subject to regulations enforced by the FDA and other agencies to ensure no health risks are posed.
- Duty Rates: Duty rates vary by specific 10-digit code, with unworked natural hair generally attracting lower duty rates. Verify current USHTS for exact rates.
- Country of Origin Labeling (COOL): Accurate labeling of the country of origin is required for human hair imports.
- Inspection Requirements: Shipments may be subject to inspection to verify the material meets the unworked classification.
Declaration Example
Product: A shipment of unworked, natural human hair bundles from India.
US HTS Code:
0501.10.0000(Human hair, unworked, not dyed or chemically treated)Unit of Quantity: Kilogram (kg)
General Duty Rate: Check current USHTS (Typically low or duty-free under trade agreements)
Additional Requirements: FDA compliance and country of origin labeling.
Related HTS Codes
- HTS 0502: Pigs’, hogs’ or boars’ bristles and hair; badger hair, hog bristles, and other hair.
- HTS 6704: Wigs, false beards, eyebrows and eyelashes, switches and other hair articles.
- HTS 5601: Wadding, felt and nonwovens; special yarns and twine of hair.
- HTS 0511: Animal products not elsewhere specified or included, e.g., other animal hair.
