HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 0104.10 – Sheep; live
HS code 0104.10 is the 6-digit subheading for sheep, live. It is used for lambs, ewes, rams, wethers and breeding sheep.
What HS 0104.10 covers
This HS code covers all live sheep, regardless of their age, breed, or intended purpose, such as breeding, slaughter, or wool production. International trade in live sheep is a significant component of the global livestock market, driven by demand for lamb and mutton, wool, and genetic improvement of local herds. Biosecurity and animal health certifications are paramount, as the movement of live animals carries risks of disease transmission. Logistics involve specialized transport, often by sea for long distances, ensuring humane conditions and minimizing stress. Major trade routes frequently connect countries with large sheep populations, like Australia and New Zealand, to markets in the Middle East and parts of Europe where lamb and mutton are staple foods or where breeding stock is sought.
- Covers
- Lambs
- Ewes
- Rams
- Wethers
- Breeding sheep
- Slaughter sheep
- Wool sheep
- Feeder lambs
- Examples
- Australian Merino sheep
- New Zealand Romney sheep
- British Suffolk lambs
- Texel breeding ewes
Codes often confused with 0104.10
Common mistake. Can be confused with 010420 (live goats) due to similar appearance, requiring careful species identification, or 0101 (live horses, asses, mules) if general livestock categories are not well-defined.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 010410, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 010410 in UN Comtrade data was Iran, with about 19% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Saudi Arabia, with 35% of world imports. Qatar did not report 2025 data, and its estimate from partner records misses its trade with other countries that did not report: in 2024 that was 83% of its imports here ($79M, CEPII BACI), so it may also belong among the top importers.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Iran* ~$533M 19% of world exports · partner records ↗
- 2 Sudan* ~$474M 17% of world exports · partner records ↗
- 3 Somalia* ~$335M 12% of world exports · partner records ↗
World total: $2.8B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Saudi Arabia $968M 35% of world imports
- 2 Oman $530M 19% of world imports
- 3 Israel $135M 4.9% of world imports
Qatar did not report 2025 data, and its estimate from partner records misses its trade with other countries that did not report: in 2024 that was 83% of its imports here ($79M, CEPII BACI), so it may also belong among the top importers.
World total: $2.8B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
How these figures are built
109 countries reported 2025 trade to UN Comtrade in HS 2022, and their own totals are used. Countries marked * did not, so their figures add up what other countries recorded trading with them, and their exports are valued at buyers' CIF prices. Those estimates miss trade with other non-reporting countries, so they can be low, and a non-reporting country can rank higher than shown or be missing from the list. World totals add both and leave out trade between two non-reporting countries. Figures are in current US dollars; reported imports are mostly valued CIF and exports FOB, and exports include re-exports. The UN Comtrade links show the underlying records; they can also list a few reporters left out here (regional groups and older HS editions).
Source: UN Comtrade (United Nations Statistics Division), 2025 annual data.
Brazil NCM codes for 0104.10 3
Brazil splits HS 0104.10 into 3 NCM codes, Mercosur's 8-digit tariff lines.
- 0104.10.1 Pure-bred breeding animalsReprodutores de raça pura Group
- 0104.10.11 Pure-bred breeding sheep, pregnant or with lambPrenhes ou com cria ao pé
- 0104.10.19 Other pure-bred breeding sheepOutros
- 0104.10.90 Other live sheep, not pure-bred breedingOutros
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 01.04 →
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.
Questions about HS 0104.10
What is HS code 010410?
HS code 010410 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Sheep; live. This HS code covers all live sheep, regardless of their age, breed, or intended purpose, such as breeding, slaughter, or wool production. International trade in live sheep is a significant component of the global livestock market, driven by demand for lamb and mutton, wool, and genetic improvement of local herds. Biosecurity and animal health certifications are paramount, as the movement of live animals carries risks of disease transmission. Logistics involve specialized transport, often by sea for long distances, ensuring humane conditions and minimizing stress. Major trade routes frequently connect countries with large sheep populations, like Australia and New Zealand, to markets in the Middle East and parts of Europe where lamb and mutton are staple foods or where breeding stock is sought.
What products fall under HS code 010410?
Lambs, ewes, rams, wethers, breeding sheep, slaughter sheep, wool sheep, feeder lambs
What are common misclassifications for HS code 010410?
Can be confused with 010420 (live goats) due to similar appearance, requiring careful species identification, or 0101 (live horses, asses, mules) if general livestock categories are not well-defined.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 010410?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 010410 in UN Comtrade data were Iran (about $533M, 19% of world exports), Sudan (about $474M) and Somalia (about $335M). World exports came to about $2.8B, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Which countries are the top importers of goods under HS code 010410?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 010410 in UN Comtrade data were Saudi Arabia ($968M, 35% of world imports), Oman ($530M) and Israel ($135M). World imports came to about $2.8B, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Qatar did not report 2025 data, and its estimate from partner records misses its trade with other countries that did not report: in 2024 that was 83% of its imports here ($79M, CEPII BACI), so it may also belong among the top importers.
How is HS code 010410 structured?
HS code 010410 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (01) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (04) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (10) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 010410?
Brazil splits HS code 010410 into 3 NCM codes: 0104.10.11 (Pure-bred breeding sheep, pregnant or with lamb), 0104.10.19 (Other pure-bred breeding sheep), 0104.10.90 (Other live sheep, not pure-bred breeding). The first 6 digits of each match the HS code.