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U.S. imports of pig, hog, and boar bristles, hair, and waste (HS 050210) totaled $9K in June 2026, traded with 1 country.
Pig, Hog, and Boar Bristles, Hair, and Waste imports of $9K in June 2026 ran 85% below the year-to-date monthly average of $60K.
Last updated: June 2026 dataBristles and coarse hair from pigs, hogs, and boars are a specialized industrial input used primarily in the manufacture of paintbrushes, industrial brushes, and certain personal-care tools. China dominates US supply of this commodity, with India and Japan also contributing; Chinese-origin goods under this heading may be subject to Section 301 tariffs, making tariff engineering and supplier diversification active considerations for brush manufacturers. The single 10-digit line (0502100000) covers both raw bristles and processing waste, so accurate description of the material's processing state is important for correct classification.
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Yes, imports of pig and hog bristles originating from China may be subject to Section 301 tariffs. Importers should verify the current Section 301 list status and applicable exclusions with a licensed customs broker before entry.
CBP generally distinguishes pig and boar bristles—coarse, stiff fibers used in brushmaking—from finer animal hair used in textiles or felt. The key classification factors are the species of origin and the physical characteristics (coarseness, stiffness) of the fiber. Detailed product specifications and supplier documentation help support the correct heading at entry.
Monthly import values over time
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| Country | Imports | Exports | Balance |
|---|---|---|---|
| TRINIDAD AND TOBAGO | -- | $13K | +$13K |
| GERMANY | -- | $10K | +$10K |
| CHINA | $9K | -- | -$9K |
| BELGIUM | -- | -- | -- |
HS10 import codes under this HS6 parent. Source: U.S. Harmonized Tariff Schedule.
| Code | Description | Import Value | Effective Tariff % | Dutiable Share | Duty Collected |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0502100000 | PIGS, HOGS, BOARS BRISTLES & HAIR & WASTE THEREOF | $9K | 10.01% | 100.00% | $905 |
PIGS, HOGS, BOARS BRISTLES & HAIR & WASTE THEREOF
HS10 export codes under this HS6 parent. Source: U.S. Schedule B export classification.
| Code | Description | Export Value |
|---|---|---|
| 0502100000 | PIGS, HOGS, BOARS BRISTLES & HAIR & WASTE THEREOF | $23K |
PIGS, HOGS, BOARS BRISTLES & HAIR & WASTE THEREOF
1.9K kg
DEAD HORSES, SWINE ETC (INEDIBLE) & PRODUCTS NESOI
HS 051199
DOWN FOR STUFFING CLEANED/DISINFECT TREAT FOR PRES
HS 050510
PRODUCTS & DEAD FISH, MOLLUSCS ETC, INEDIBLE NESOI
HS 051191
ANIMAL (NOT FISH) GUTS, BLADDERS, STOMACHS & PARTS
HS 050400
POWDER AND WASTE OF BONES AND HORN-CORES, NESOI
HS 050690
BOVINE SEMEN
HS 051110
| Port | Imports | Exports | Balance |
|---|---|---|---|
| MIAMI, FL | -- | $13K | +$13K |
| NEW ORLEANS, LA | -- | $10K | +$10K |
| LONG BEACH, CA | $9K | -- | -$9K |