About HS Code 050790
This diverse category includes tortoise-shell, whalebone and whalebone hair, horns, antlers, hooves, nails, claws, and beaks, all in unworked or simply prepared forms (not cut to shape), along with their waste and powder. Many of these materials are subject to CITES regulations due to conservation concerns. They are traded for various purposes, including traditional medicine, decorative items, crafts, and components for musical instruments. Importers are often specialized artisans, collectors, or manufacturers of niche products. Exporters are typically countries where these animals are found or where processing occurs. Compliance with CITES and national wildlife protection laws is paramount, as illegal trade carries severe penalties and ethical sourcing is a growing concern.
Products Under This Code
Deer antlers, bovine horns, tortoise-shell (raw), whalebone, hooves for gelatin, animal claws (for crafts), horn powder, rhinoceros horn (highly restricted)
Real World Examples
Traditional Chinese medicine ingredients, custom knife handles (horn/antler), musical instrument components (e.g., bow frogs from whalebone historically), decorative items
Common Misclassification
Can be confused with 050710 (ivory) due to similar raw material nature, but this code covers a broader range of non-ivory animal hard parts, each with specific regulations.
Products Classified Under 0507.90
Industry
This code belongs to the Agriculture & Live Animals industry.
Trade Overview
China is a significant importer for traditional medicine and crafts, while countries with large deer populations (e.g., New Zealand, USA) export antlers.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is HS code 050790?
HS code 050790 covers: Animal products; tortoise-shell, whalebone and whalebone hair, horns, antlers, hooves, nails, claws and beaks, unworked or simply prepared but not cut to shape, waste and powder of these products. This diverse category includes tortoise-shell, whalebone and whalebone hair, horns, antlers, hooves, nails, claws, and beaks, all in unworked or simply prepared forms (not cut to shape), along with their waste and powder. Many of these materials are subject to CITES regulations due to conservation concerns. They are traded for various purposes, including traditional medicine, decorative items, crafts, and components for musical instruments. Importers are often specialized artisans, collectors, or manufacturers of niche products. Exporters are typically countries where these animals are found or where processing occurs. Compliance with CITES and national wildlife protection laws is paramount, as illegal trade carries severe penalties and ethical sourcing is a growing concern.
What products fall under HS code 050790?
Deer antlers, bovine horns, tortoise-shell (raw), whalebone, hooves for gelatin, animal claws (for crafts), horn powder, rhinoceros horn (highly restricted)
What are common misclassifications for HS code 050790?
Can be confused with 050710 (ivory) due to similar raw material nature, but this code covers a broader range of non-ivory animal hard parts, each with specific regulations.
How is HS code 050790 structured?
HS code 050790 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (05) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (07) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (90) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.