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SITCSection 2
U.S. imports of human hair, unworked or waste (SITC 29191) totaled $2K in April 2026, traded with 2 countries.
Human Hair, Unworked or Waste imports of $2K in April 2026 ran 67% below the year-to-date monthly average of $7K.
Last updated: April 2026 dataUnworked human hair — whether raw, washed, or scoured — and waste hair are traded primarily as inputs for wig, hairpiece, and hair-extension manufacturing. The classification distinction between unworked hair (here) and dressed, thinned, bleached, or otherwise prepared hair (which advances to a separate heading) is a frequent source of customs disputes. Importers should verify the degree of processing before filing entry, as misclassification can affect applicable duty rates.
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Hair that has been drawn, thinned, bleached, dyed, or otherwise processed beyond washing and scouring is generally considered 'prepared' and classifies under a different heading covering dressed or otherwise worked human hair. The key test is whether the processing has altered the hair's character for end-use manufacturing beyond simple cleaning.
Unworked human hair does not trigger USDA FSIS or APHIS mandatory inspection, but standard CBP entry documentation applies. Some importing firms also conduct voluntary supply-chain due-diligence audits given heightened scrutiny of forced-labor risks in hair supply chains under the Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act. Consult a licensed customs broker to ensure compliance with current admissibility requirements.
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Monthly import values over time