About HS Code 010392
This HS code encompasses live swine, other than pure-bred breeding animals, weighing 50 kilograms or more. This category primarily includes market hogs, slaughter pigs, and finishing pigs, which are traded for immediate or near-term meat production. The international trade of these larger animals is driven by demand for pork in countries that may have processing capacity but lack sufficient domestic production or prefer to import animals for slaughter. Logistics for transporting these heavier animals are complex, requiring specialized trucks, adherence to animal welfare standards, and strict biosecurity protocols to prevent disease transmission across borders. Trade often occurs between neighboring countries or within integrated regional supply chains, where efficiency and disease control are paramount for the industry's economic viability.
Products Under This Code
Market hogs, slaughter pigs, finishing pigs, adult swine (non-breeding), feeder swine (over 50kg), bacon pigs, butcher hogs
Real World Examples
US market hogs, EU slaughter pigs, Canadian finishing swine, Spanish Iberian pigs (non-breeding)
Common Misclassification
Often confused with 010310 (pure-bred breeding swine) if breeding status is not clearly defined, or 010391 (swine weighing less than 50kg) if weight is misdeclared.
Products Classified Under 0103.92
Industry
This code belongs to the Agriculture & Live Animals industry.
Trade Overview
Key exporters include Canada, USA, and Spain, with major importers often being Mexico, Germany, and other EU nations.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is HS code 010392?
HS code 010392 covers: Swine; live, other than pure-bred breeding animals, weighing 50kg or more. This HS code encompasses live swine, other than pure-bred breeding animals, weighing 50 kilograms or more. This category primarily includes market hogs, slaughter pigs, and finishing pigs, which are traded for immediate or near-term meat production. The international trade of these larger animals is driven by demand for pork in countries that may have processing capacity but lack sufficient domestic production or prefer to import animals for slaughter. Logistics for transporting these heavier animals are complex, requiring specialized trucks, adherence to animal welfare standards, and strict biosecurity protocols to prevent disease transmission across borders. Trade often occurs between neighboring countries or within integrated regional supply chains, where efficiency and disease control are paramount for the industry's economic viability.
What products fall under HS code 010392?
Market hogs, slaughter pigs, finishing pigs, adult swine (non-breeding), feeder swine (over 50kg), bacon pigs, butcher hogs
What are common misclassifications for HS code 010392?
Often confused with 010310 (pure-bred breeding swine) if breeding status is not clearly defined, or 010391 (swine weighing less than 50kg) if weight is misdeclared.
How is HS code 010392 structured?
HS code 010392 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (01) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (03) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (92) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.