About HS Code 040719
This code encompasses fresh, fertilized eggs for incubation from all bird species other than domestic hens. This includes eggs from ducks, geese, turkeys, quail, and various game birds. The trade in these eggs is typically handled by specialized hatcheries, game farms, and breeders, catering to niche poultry markets, game bird conservation, and exotic bird breeding. Key considerations involve species-specific incubation requirements, genetic purity, and stringent disease control protocols. International logistics must ensure optimal conditions to maintain the viability of these diverse avian embryos during transit.
Products Under This Code
Duck hatching eggs, turkey hatching eggs, quail hatching eggs, goose hatching eggs, pheasant hatching eggs, guinea fowl hatching eggs
Real World Examples
Pekin duck fertile eggs, Broad Breasted White turkey hatching eggs, Coturnix quail fertile eggs, Mallard duck hatching eggs
Common Misclassification
Differentiated from 040711 by the species of bird, and from 040729 (other fresh table eggs) by their fertilized status and purpose for incubation.
Products Classified Under 0407.19
Industry
This code belongs to the Agriculture & Live Animals industry.
Trade Overview
China, the USA, and various European countries are significant in the trade of fertile eggs from other bird species.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is HS code 040719?
HS code 040719 covers: Birds' eggs, in shell; fresh, fertilised eggs for incubation, other than fowls of the species Gallus domesticus (domestic hens). This code encompasses fresh, fertilized eggs for incubation from all bird species other than domestic hens. This includes eggs from ducks, geese, turkeys, quail, and various game birds. The trade in these eggs is typically handled by specialized hatcheries, game farms, and breeders, catering to niche poultry markets, game bird conservation, and exotic bird breeding. Key considerations involve species-specific incubation requirements, genetic purity, and stringent disease control protocols. International logistics must ensure optimal conditions to maintain the viability of these diverse avian embryos during transit.
What products fall under HS code 040719?
Duck hatching eggs, turkey hatching eggs, quail hatching eggs, goose hatching eggs, pheasant hatching eggs, guinea fowl hatching eggs
What are common misclassifications for HS code 040719?
Differentiated from 040711 by the species of bird, and from 040729 (other fresh table eggs) by their fertilized status and purpose for incubation.
How is HS code 040719 structured?
HS code 040719 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (04) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (07) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (19) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.