HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 0408.11 – Eggs; birds' eggs, yolks, dried, whether or not containing added sugar or other sweetening matter
HS code 0408.11 is the 6-digit subheading for eggs, birds' eggs, yolks, dried, whether or not containing added sugar or other sweetening matter. It is used for dried egg yolk powder, spray-dried egg yolk, sugared dried egg yolk, enzyme-modified dried egg yolk and high-gel dried egg yolk.
What HS 0408.11 covers
This HS code specifically covers dried birds' egg yolks, which may or may not contain added sugar or other sweetening matter. These products are primarily traded as industrial ingredients, serving as a versatile component in the food manufacturing sector. Dried egg yolks offer excellent emulsifying properties, color, and flavor, making them indispensable in baking, confectionery, sauces, and convenience foods. Companies involved in this trade are typically large-scale egg processors, food ingredient suppliers, and multinational food corporations. The drying process significantly extends shelf life and reduces transportation costs, facilitating global distribution. Quality control, particularly regarding salmonella and other contaminants, is a critical aspect of international trade for these products.
- Covers
- Dried egg yolk powder
- Spray-dried egg yolk
- Sugared dried egg yolk
- Enzyme-modified dried egg yolk
- High-gel dried egg yolk
- Heat-stable dried egg yolk
- Examples
- Ovostar Dried Egg Yolk Powder
- Sanovo Dried Egg Yolk
- Rembrandt Foods Dried Egg Yolk
- Michael Foods Dried Egg Yolk
- Eurovo Dried Egg Yolk
Codes often confused with 0408.11
Common mistake. This code is specifically for dried yolks and can be confused with 040891 (dried whole eggs or whites) or 040819 (other processed yolks, not dried). The critical elements for correct classification are 'dried' and 'yolks only'.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 040811, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 040811 in UN Comtrade data was the Netherlands, with 27% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Germany, 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 $73M 27% of world exports
- 2 India $44M 16% of world exports
- 3 France $32M 12% of world exports
World total: $271M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Germany $46M 16% of world imports
- 2 Japan $25M 8.7% of world imports
- 3 Poland $18M 6.4% of world imports
World total: $284M 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 0408.11
Brazil does not split HS 0408.11: its NCM code is 0408.11.00.
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 04.08 →
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.
Questions about HS 0408.11
What is HS code 040811?
HS code 040811 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Eggs; birds' eggs, yolks, dried, whether or not containing added sugar or other sweetening matter. This HS code specifically covers dried birds' egg yolks, which may or may not contain added sugar or other sweetening matter. These products are primarily traded as industrial ingredients, serving as a versatile component in the food manufacturing sector. Dried egg yolks offer excellent emulsifying properties, color, and flavor, making them indispensable in baking, confectionery, sauces, and convenience foods. Companies involved in this trade are typically large-scale egg processors, food ingredient suppliers, and multinational food corporations. The drying process significantly extends shelf life and reduces transportation costs, facilitating global distribution. Quality control, particularly regarding salmonella and other contaminants, is a critical aspect of international trade for these products.
What products fall under HS code 040811?
Dried egg yolk powder, spray-dried egg yolk, sugared dried egg yolk, enzyme-modified dried egg yolk, high-gel dried egg yolk, heat-stable dried egg yolk
What are common misclassifications for HS code 040811?
This code is specifically for dried yolks and can be confused with 040891 (dried whole eggs or whites) or 040819 (other processed yolks, not dried). The critical elements for correct classification are 'dried' and 'yolks only'.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 040811?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 040811 in UN Comtrade data were the Netherlands ($73M, 27% of world exports), India ($44M) and France ($32M). World exports came to about $271M, 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 040811?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 040811 in UN Comtrade data were Germany ($46M, 16% of world imports), Japan ($25M) and Poland ($18M). World imports came to about $284M, 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 040811 structured?
HS code 040811 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (04) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (08) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (11) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 040811?
In Brazil, HS code 040811 is NCM 0408.11.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.