HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 0104.20 – Goats; live
HS code 0104.20 is the 6-digit subheading for goats, live. It is used for kids, nannies, bucks, wethers and dairy goats.
What HS 0104.20 covers
This HS code encompasses all live goats, whether they are destined for meat, milk, fiber production, or breeding purposes. The international trade of live goats is particularly important in regions where goat meat and milk are dietary staples, or where there is a demand for specific breeds to enhance local herd genetics. Strict biosecurity measures, comprehensive health certifications, and humane transport conditions are critical considerations for this trade. While much of the trade occurs regionally, there are also larger movements of goats for specialized breeds or to meet specific market demands. Exporters often include countries with robust goat farming sectors, while importers seek to bolster their food security or improve their livestock genetics.
- Covers
- Kids
- Nannies
- Bucks
- Wethers
- Dairy goats
- Meat goats
- Fiber goats
- Breeding goats
- Examples
- Boer goats
- Saanen dairy goats
- Angora goats
- Nubian goats
- Kiko goats
Codes often confused with 0104.20
Common mistake. Frequently confused with 010410 (live sheep) due to similar size and appearance, necessitating clear species identification, or 0106 (other live animals) if not clearly identified as goats.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 010420, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 010420 in UN Comtrade data was Somalia, with about 52% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Oman, with 49% of world imports. Iran 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 100% of its exports here ($15M, CEPII BACI), so it may also belong among the top exporters. 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 97% of its imports here ($19M, CEPII BACI), so it may also belong among the top importers.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Somalia* ~$87M 52% of world exports · partner records ↗
- 2 Mali* ~$11M 6.6% of world exports · partner records ↗
- 3 Oman $10M 6.0% of world exports
Iran 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 100% of its exports here ($15M, CEPII BACI), so it may also belong among the top exporters.
World total: $169M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Oman $88M 49% of world imports
- 2 United Arab Emirates* ~$15M 8.6% of world imports · partner records ↗
- 3 Spain $14M 8.0% 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 97% of its imports here ($19M, CEPII BACI), so it may also belong among the top importers.
World total: $179M 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 0104.20 2
Brazil splits HS 0104.20 into 2 NCM codes, Mercosur's 8-digit tariff lines.
- 0104.20.10 Pure-bred breeding goatsReprodutores de raça pura
- 0104.20.90 Other live goats, 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 0104.20
What is HS code 010420?
HS code 010420 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Goats; live. This HS code encompasses all live goats, whether they are destined for meat, milk, fiber production, or breeding purposes. The international trade of live goats is particularly important in regions where goat meat and milk are dietary staples, or where there is a demand for specific breeds to enhance local herd genetics. Strict biosecurity measures, comprehensive health certifications, and humane transport conditions are critical considerations for this trade. While much of the trade occurs regionally, there are also larger movements of goats for specialized breeds or to meet specific market demands. Exporters often include countries with robust goat farming sectors, while importers seek to bolster their food security or improve their livestock genetics.
What products fall under HS code 010420?
Kids, nannies, bucks, wethers, dairy goats, meat goats, fiber goats, breeding goats
What are common misclassifications for HS code 010420?
Frequently confused with 010410 (live sheep) due to similar size and appearance, necessitating clear species identification, or 0106 (other live animals) if not clearly identified as goats.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 010420?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 010420 in UN Comtrade data were Somalia (about $87M, 52% of world exports), Mali (about $11M) and Oman ($10M). World exports came to about $169M, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Iran 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 100% of its exports here ($15M, CEPII BACI), so it may also belong among the top exporters.
Which countries are the top importers of goods under HS code 010420?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 010420 in UN Comtrade data were Oman ($88M, 49% of world imports), the United Arab Emirates (about $15M) and Spain ($14M). World imports came to about $179M, 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 97% of its imports here ($19M, CEPII BACI), so it may also belong among the top importers.
How is HS code 010420 structured?
HS code 010420 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 (20) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 010420?
Brazil splits HS code 010420 into 2 NCM codes: 0104.20.10 (Pure-bred breeding goats), 0104.20.90 (Other live goats, not pure-bred breeding). The first 6 digits of each match the HS code.