About HS Code 010613
This category encompasses the international trade of live camels and other camelids, including llamas, alpacas, and vicuñas. These animals are traded for a diverse range of purposes, such as breeding stock, agricultural labor (transport, wool, milk production), racing, and increasingly, for their valuable fiber in the textile industry. The trade requires specialized livestock handling, meticulous veterinary health certificates, and careful attention to transport conditions to ensure animal welfare. Countries in the Middle East and North Africa are prominent players in the camel trade, while South American nations dominate the trade of llamas and alpacas, reflecting their native habitats and established farming practices. This trade supports various economic sectors, from agriculture to luxury textiles.
Products Under This Code
Dromedary camels, Bactrian camels, Llamas, Alpacas, Vicuñas, Guanacos, Suri alpacas
Real World Examples
Al-Marai (camels for milk), Alpaca Owners Association Inc. (alpacas), Camel Company (racing camels), Vicuña Conservation Project
Common Misclassification
This code is specific to the Camelidae family; it might be confused with 010619 for other live mammals if the specific family is not recognized, but the description is quite clear.
Products Classified Under 0106.13
Industry
This code belongs to the Agriculture & Live Animals industry.
Trade Overview
Australia and the UAE are prominent in camel trade, while Peru and Bolivia are major exporters of llamas and alpacas.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is HS code 010613?
HS code 010613 covers: Mammals; live, camels and other camelids (Camelidae). This category encompasses the international trade of live camels and other camelids, including llamas, alpacas, and vicuñas. These animals are traded for a diverse range of purposes, such as breeding stock, agricultural labor (transport, wool, milk production), racing, and increasingly, for their valuable fiber in the textile industry. The trade requires specialized livestock handling, meticulous veterinary health certificates, and careful attention to transport conditions to ensure animal welfare. Countries in the Middle East and North Africa are prominent players in the camel trade, while South American nations dominate the trade of llamas and alpacas, reflecting their native habitats and established farming practices. This trade supports various economic sectors, from agriculture to luxury textiles.
What products fall under HS code 010613?
Dromedary camels, Bactrian camels, Llamas, Alpacas, Vicuñas, Guanacos, Suri alpacas
What are common misclassifications for HS code 010613?
This code is specific to the Camelidae family; it might be confused with 010619 for other live mammals if the specific family is not recognized, but the description is quite clear.
How is HS code 010613 structured?
HS code 010613 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (01) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (06) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (13) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.