HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 0208.30 – Meat and edible meat offal; of primates, fresh, chilled or frozen
HS code 0208.30 is the 6-digit subheading for meat and edible meat offal, of primates, fresh, chilled or frozen. It is used for primate carcass, monkey meat cuts, chimpanzee offal, gorilla meat and baboon meat.
What HS 0208.30 covers
This highly sensitive HS code covers fresh, chilled, or frozen meat and edible offal of primates. International trade in primate meat is extremely rare and heavily restricted due to severe conservation concerns, ethical issues, and significant public health risks, particularly regarding zoonotic diseases. Any legitimate trade would be under strict scientific or zoological permits, not for general consumption. The primary 'trade' in this category is often illegal bushmeat, which poses immense challenges for customs and wildlife enforcement agencies globally. Importers and exporters are virtually non-existent in legal commercial channels, making this code more relevant for monitoring illicit activities and enforcing wildlife protection laws rather than facilitating commercial trade. It underscores critical global efforts against illegal wildlife trafficking.
- Covers
- Primate carcass
- Monkey meat cuts
- Chimpanzee offal
- Gorilla meat
- Baboon meat
- Lemur meat.
- Examples
No legitimate commercial examples exist; primarily associated with illegal bushmeat trade.
Codes often confused with 0208.30
Common mistake. This code is distinct due to the specific animal group (primates). It should not be confused with other exotic meats under 020890, as primates have their own dedicated, highly restricted category.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 020830, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 020830 in UN Comtrade data was Belgium, with 42% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Belgium, with 29% 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 Belgium $16K 42% of world exports
- 2 Hungary $10K 27% of world exports
- 3 Egypt $9K 23% of world exports
World total: $38K Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Belgium $111K 29% of world imports
- 2 Slovakia $109K 29% of world imports
- 3 Poland $82K 21% of world imports
World total: $383K 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 0208.30
Brazil does not split HS 0208.30: its NCM code is 0208.30.00.
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 02.08 →
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.
Questions about HS 0208.30
What is HS code 020830?
HS code 020830 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Meat and edible meat offal; of primates, fresh, chilled or frozen. This highly sensitive HS code covers fresh, chilled, or frozen meat and edible offal of primates. International trade in primate meat is extremely rare and heavily restricted due to severe conservation concerns, ethical issues, and significant public health risks, particularly regarding zoonotic diseases. Any legitimate trade would be under strict scientific or zoological permits, not for general consumption. The primary 'trade' in this category is often illegal bushmeat, which poses immense challenges for customs and wildlife enforcement agencies globally. Importers and exporters are virtually non-existent in legal commercial channels, making this code more relevant for monitoring illicit activities and enforcing wildlife protection laws rather than facilitating commercial trade. It underscores critical global efforts against illegal wildlife trafficking.
What products fall under HS code 020830?
Primate carcass, monkey meat cuts, chimpanzee offal, gorilla meat, baboon meat, lemur meat.
What are common misclassifications for HS code 020830?
This code is distinct due to the specific animal group (primates). It should not be confused with other exotic meats under 020890, as primates have their own dedicated, highly restricted category.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 020830?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 020830 in UN Comtrade data were Belgium ($16K, 42% of world exports), Hungary ($10K) and Egypt ($9K). World exports came to about $38K, 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 020830?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 020830 in UN Comtrade data were Belgium ($111K, 29% of world imports), Slovakia ($109K) and Poland ($82K). World imports came to about $383K, 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 020830 structured?
HS code 020830 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (02) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (08) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (30) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 020830?
In Brazil, HS code 020830 is NCM 0208.30.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.