HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 0407.29 – Birds' eggs, in shell; fresh, not for incubation, other than fowls of the species Gallus domesticus (domestic hens)
HS code 0407.29 is the 6-digit subheading for birds' eggs, in shell, fresh, not for incubation, other than fowls of the species Gallus domesticus (domestic hens). It is used for duck eggs, quail eggs, goose eggs, turkey eggs and guinea fowl eggs.
What HS 0407.29 covers
This code encompasses fresh, unfertilized eggs for consumption from all bird species other than domestic hens. This includes duck eggs, quail eggs, goose eggs, and turkey eggs, which cater to specific culinary preferences and niche markets. These eggs are traded by specialty food suppliers, ethnic markets, and gourmet retailers. Their characteristics vary significantly by species, offering diverse flavors, sizes, and nutritional profiles. International trade often involves smaller volumes compared to chicken eggs, focusing on quality, origin, and catering to specific cultural or gourmet demands.
- Covers
- Duck eggs
- Quail eggs
- Goose eggs
- Turkey eggs
- Guinea fowl eggs
- Pheasant eggs for consumption
- Examples
- Local farm duck eggs
- specialty quail eggs for restaurants
- Asian market duck eggs
- heritage turkey eggs
Codes often confused with 0407.29
Common mistake. Differentiated from 040721 by the species of bird, and from 040719 by their unfertilized status and purpose for consumption.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 040729, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 040729 in UN Comtrade data was the Netherlands, with 56% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Spain, with 16% 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 Netherlands $121M 56% of world exports
- 2 Saudi Arabia $23M 10% of world exports
- 3 Spain $16M 7.3% of world exports
World total: $218M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Spain $20M 16% of world imports
- 2 Romania $18M 15% of world imports
- 3 United Arab Emirates* ~$15M 13% of world imports · partner records ↗
World total: $120M 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 marked * did not, so their figures add up what other countries recorded trading with them, and their exports are valued at buyers' CIF prices. 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 0407.29
Brazil does not split HS 0407.29: its NCM code is 0407.29.00.
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 04.07 →
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.
Questions about HS 0407.29
What is HS code 040729?
HS code 040729 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Birds' eggs, in shell; fresh, not for incubation, other than fowls of the species Gallus domesticus (domestic hens). This code encompasses fresh, unfertilized eggs for consumption from all bird species other than domestic hens. This includes duck eggs, quail eggs, goose eggs, and turkey eggs, which cater to specific culinary preferences and niche markets. These eggs are traded by specialty food suppliers, ethnic markets, and gourmet retailers. Their characteristics vary significantly by species, offering diverse flavors, sizes, and nutritional profiles. International trade often involves smaller volumes compared to chicken eggs, focusing on quality, origin, and catering to specific cultural or gourmet demands.
What products fall under HS code 040729?
Duck eggs, quail eggs, goose eggs, turkey eggs, guinea fowl eggs, pheasant eggs for consumption
What are common misclassifications for HS code 040729?
Differentiated from 040721 by the species of bird, and from 040719 by their unfertilized status and purpose for consumption.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 040729?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 040729 in UN Comtrade data were the Netherlands ($121M, 56% of world exports), Saudi Arabia ($23M) and Spain ($16M). World exports came to about $218M, 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 040729?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 040729 in UN Comtrade data were Spain ($20M, 16% of world imports), Romania ($18M) and the United Arab Emirates (about $15M). World imports came to about $120M, 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 040729 structured?
HS code 040729 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 (29) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 040729?
In Brazil, HS code 040729 is NCM 0407.29.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.