U.S. exports of Badger Hair and Other Brushmaking Hair, and Waste (HS 050290) totaled $3K in August 2026, exported to 1 country.
Last updated: August 2026 dataBadger hair and other fine animal fibers used in brushmaking—including squirrel, pony, and similar specialty hairs—serve the high-end shaving brush, artist brush, and cosmetic brush industries. Germany leads US imports under this heading, reflecting Europe's long-standing artisan brush manufacturing tradition, with China and South Korea also significant sources. Importers should be aware that certain species-specific hairs (particularly badger) may require CITES documentation if the source species is listed, and classification must be distinguished from coarser pig bristles under heading 0502.
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Badger species vary in their CITES listing status by country of origin. Importers should confirm whether the specific badger species and source country require CITES documentation before shipment, as failure to present required permits can result in detention or seizure at the port of entry.
Heading 0502.10 is limited to bristles and hair of pigs, hogs, or boars, while 0502.90 captures badger hair and all other animal hair used in brushmaking—such as squirrel, pony, or goat—along with their waste. The species of origin is the primary classification determinant, and importers should include species identification in commercial documentation.
Subheading 2 of 2 in heading 0502
Subheading 050290 · $3K of $10K
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Low · free accountFewer than 6 of the last 12 months reported trade, or the latest month was under $500K; the trend chart is not shown for thin series.
Through August 2026 · imports 3 of 12 months reported, exports 3 of 12 months reported. Source: U.S. Census Bureau.
HS10 import codes under this HS6 parent, each with its own page. Source: U.S. Harmonized Tariff Schedule.
| Code | Description | Imports for consumption | Average duty rate | Dutiable Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0502900000 | Badger Hair & Other Brushmaking Hair, Waste Therof | — | -- | -- |
HS10 export codes under this HS6 parent, each with its own page. Source: U.S. Schedule B export classification.
| Code | Description | Export Value |
|---|---|---|
| 0502900000 | Badger Hair & Other Brushmaking Hair, Waste Therof | $3K |
Import lines come from the U.S. Harmonized Tariff Schedule and export lines from Schedule B. The two are numbered by different agencies, so the same 10-digit code can appear in both tables describing a different product.
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