HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 0207.53 – Meat and edible offal; of geese, fatty livers (foie gras), fresh or chilled
HS code 0207.53 is the 6-digit subheading for meat and edible offal, of geese, fatty livers (foie gras), fresh or chilled. It is used for fresh whole foie gras lobe, chilled foie gras terrine, raw goose liver, pre-sliced fresh foie gras and grade A foie gras.
What HS 0207.53 covers
This HS code covers fresh or chilled fatty livers of geese, commonly known as foie gras. It represents a high-value, luxury food item in international trade, primarily catering to gourmet restaurants, high-end food retailers, and affluent consumers. The production of foie gras, often involving gavage (force-feeding), is a subject of significant ethical debate and is banned in several countries, impacting its global trade routes. Key players in this market are countries with established traditions in foie gras production and specific legal frameworks that permit it. Importers must navigate strict animal welfare regulations, potential import bans, and ensure compliance with food safety standards for a perishable, premium product. The market is niche but commands high prices due to its delicacy status and labor-intensive production.
- Covers
- Fresh whole foie gras lobe
- Chilled foie gras terrine
- Raw goose liver
- Pre-sliced fresh foie gras
- Grade A foie gras
- Grade B foie gras.
- Examples
- Rougié Foie Gras
- Hudson Valley Foie Gras
- Comtesse du Barry Foie Gras
- Labeyrie Foie Gras.
Codes often confused with 0207.53
Common mistake. This code is distinct from 020754 (other fresh/chilled goose cuts) because it specifically covers 'fatty livers'. It also differs from 160220, which is for prepared or preserved foie gras products.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 020753, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 020753 in UN Comtrade data was Hungary, with 64% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was France, with 37% of world imports. Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Hungary $5.1M 64% of world exports
- 2 Belgium $983K 12% of world exports
- 3 France $901K 11% of world exports
World total: $8.0M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 France $3.2M 37% of world imports
- 2 Belgium $2.4M 28% of world imports
- 3 Germany $1.1M 13% of world imports
World total: $8.6M 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 that did not report are estimated from what other countries recorded trading with them. 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 code for 0207.53
Brazil does not split HS 0207.53: its NCM code is 0207.53.00.
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 02.07 →
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.
Questions about HS 0207.53
What is HS code 020753?
HS code 020753 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Meat and edible offal; of geese, fatty livers (foie gras), fresh or chilled. This HS code covers fresh or chilled fatty livers of geese, commonly known as foie gras. It represents a high-value, luxury food item in international trade, primarily catering to gourmet restaurants, high-end food retailers, and affluent consumers. The production of foie gras, often involving gavage (force-feeding), is a subject of significant ethical debate and is banned in several countries, impacting its global trade routes. Key players in this market are countries with established traditions in foie gras production and specific legal frameworks that permit it. Importers must navigate strict animal welfare regulations, potential import bans, and ensure compliance with food safety standards for a perishable, premium product. The market is niche but commands high prices due to its delicacy status and labor-intensive production.
What products fall under HS code 020753?
Fresh whole foie gras lobe, chilled foie gras terrine, raw goose liver, pre-sliced fresh foie gras, grade A foie gras, grade B foie gras.
What are common misclassifications for HS code 020753?
This code is distinct from 020754 (other fresh/chilled goose cuts) because it specifically covers 'fatty livers'. It also differs from 160220, which is for prepared or preserved foie gras products.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 020753?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 020753 in UN Comtrade data were Hungary ($5.1M, 64% of world exports), Belgium ($983K) and France ($901K). World exports came to about $8.0M, 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 020753?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 020753 in UN Comtrade data were France ($3.2M, 37% of world imports), Belgium ($2.4M) and Germany ($1.1M). World imports came to about $8.6M, 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.
How is HS code 020753 structured?
HS code 020753 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (02) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (07) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (53) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 020753?
In Brazil, HS code 020753 is NCM 0207.53.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.