HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 0403.20 – Dairy produce; yoghurt, whether or not concentrated or containing added sugar or other sweetening matter or flavoured or containing added fruit, nuts or cocoa
HS code 0403.20 is the 6-digit subheading for dairy produce, yoghurt, whether or not concentrated or containing added sugar or other sweetening matter or flavoured or containing added fruit, nuts or cocoa. It is used for plain yogurt, greek yogurt, fruit-flavored yogurt, drinkable yogurt and probiotic yogurt.
What HS 0403.20 covers
This HS code covers all forms of yogurt, a globally popular fermented dairy product, encompassing everything from plain to flavored, sweetened, fruit-infused, or concentrated varieties. Yogurt is a significant item in international trade, driven by its health benefits, versatility, and increasing consumer demand for convenient and nutritious snacks. Major exporters typically include countries with advanced dairy processing industries and strong brand presence, such as the EU (especially France, Germany, and Spain), the USA, and Canada. Importers are diverse, ranging from neighboring countries seeking fresh dairy products to nations with developing dairy sectors or specific niche market demands. Key aspects of this trade involve cold chain logistics, shelf life management, compliance with food safety and labeling regulations, and catering to diverse consumer tastes, including probiotic claims and various fat content options. The market for yogurt continues to expand with innovations in flavors and functional ingredients.
- Covers
- Plain yogurt
- Greek yogurt
- Fruit-flavored yogurt
- Drinkable yogurt
- Probiotic yogurt
- Skyr
- Kefir-style yogurt
- Frozen yogurt base
- Examples
- Chobani Greek Yogurt
- Yoplait Original Yogurt
- Danone Activia Yogurt
- Fage Total Greek Yogurt
- Stonyfield Organic Yogurt
Codes often confused with 0403.20
Common mistake. This code can be confused with 040390 (other fermented milk products like buttermilk or kefir) if the specific fermentation process or product identity is not clearly defined as yogurt.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 040320, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 040320 in UN Comtrade data was Germany, with 20% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United Kingdom, with 13% 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 Germany $826M 20% of world exports
- 2 Greece $624M 15% of world exports
- 3 France $423M 10% of world exports
World total: $4.1B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United Kingdom $561M 13% of world imports
- 2 Italy $491M 12% of world imports
- 3 Spain $290M 6.9% of world imports
World total: $4.2B 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 0403.20
Brazil does not split HS 0403.20: its NCM code is 0403.20.00.
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 04.03 →
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.
Questions about HS 0403.20
What is HS code 040320?
HS code 040320 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Dairy produce; yoghurt, whether or not concentrated or containing added sugar or other sweetening matter or flavoured or containing added fruit, nuts or cocoa. This HS code covers all forms of yogurt, a globally popular fermented dairy product, encompassing everything from plain to flavored, sweetened, fruit-infused, or concentrated varieties. Yogurt is a significant item in international trade, driven by its health benefits, versatility, and increasing consumer demand for convenient and nutritious snacks. Major exporters typically include countries with advanced dairy processing industries and strong brand presence, such as the EU (especially France, Germany, and Spain), the USA, and Canada. Importers are diverse, ranging from neighboring countries seeking fresh dairy products to nations with developing dairy sectors or specific niche market demands. Key aspects of this trade involve cold chain logistics, shelf life management, compliance with food safety and labeling regulations, and catering to diverse consumer tastes, including probiotic claims and various fat content options. The market for yogurt continues to expand with innovations in flavors and functional ingredients.
What products fall under HS code 040320?
Plain yogurt, Greek yogurt, Fruit-flavored yogurt, Drinkable yogurt, Probiotic yogurt, Skyr, Kefir-style yogurt, Frozen yogurt base
What are common misclassifications for HS code 040320?
This code can be confused with 040390 (other fermented milk products like buttermilk or kefir) if the specific fermentation process or product identity is not clearly defined as yogurt.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 040320?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 040320 in UN Comtrade data were Germany ($826M, 20% of world exports), Greece ($624M) and France ($423M). World exports came to about $4.1B, 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 040320?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 040320 in UN Comtrade data were the United Kingdom ($561M, 13% of world imports), Italy ($491M) and Spain ($290M). World imports came to about $4.2B, 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 040320 structured?
HS code 040320 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (04) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (03) 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 040320?
In Brazil, HS code 040320 is NCM 0403.20.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.