Badger Hair and Other Brushmaking Hair, and Waste Thereof

Eurasian badger (Meles meles) is not currently listed under CITES appendices, so CITES permits are not generally required. However, national export restrictions in the country of origin and US Fish & Wildlife Service import regulations may still apply depending on species and origin. Importers should confirm the species and applicable wildlife trade rules before shipment.

Brushmaking hair under 050290 is characterized by its coarseness and stiffness, making it unsuitable for textile spinning. Fine, soft animal fibers used in textiles (such as horsehair used in weaving) are classified in Chapter 51 or 05. The intended end use — brush manufacturing versus textile production — and the physical characteristics of the fiber are the primary classification criteria.