HS code · 6-digit subheading

HS Code 1602.20 – Meat preparations; of the prepared or preserved liver of any animal (excluding homogenised preparations)

HS code 1602.20 is the 6-digit subheading for meat preparations, of the prepared or preserved liver of any animal (excluding homogenised preparations). It is used for foie gras, liver pâté, chopped liver spread, canned liver and smoked liver sausage (if primarily liver).

What HS 1602.20 covers

This HS code covers prepared or preserved liver of any animal, specifically excluding homogenised preparations. This category includes a variety of gourmet and specialty items such as pâtés, liver spreads, and whole preserved livers, which are highly valued for their distinct flavor, rich texture, and nutritional profile. Trade in these products is significantly influenced by culinary traditions, the gourmet food market, and the demand for premium deli items. Importers often include countries with a strong culinary heritage, a sophisticated foodservice industry, or a market for high-end specialty foods. Exporters are typically nations with robust livestock industries and advanced food processing capabilities, particularly those renowned for their liver-based delicacies. Key aspects of this trade involve the quality and origin of the liver, the specific preparation and seasoning methods, and packaging designed to ensure extended shelf life and maintain product integrity.

Covers
  • Foie gras
  • Liver pâté
  • Chopped liver spread
  • Canned liver
  • Smoked liver sausage (if primarily liver)
Examples
  • Rougié Foie Gras
  • Alexian Pâté
  • Oscar Mayer Liverwurst (if primarily liver spread)
  • Goya Canned Liver

Codes often confused with 1602.20

Common mistake. Should not be confused with fresh liver (0207, 0208) or homogenised liver preparations (160210), as this code specifically covers prepared or preserved, non-homogenised liver products.

02.07Meat and edible offal of poultry; of the poultry of heading no. 0105, (i.e. fowls of the species Gallus domesticus), fresh, chilled or frozen02.08Meat and edible meat offal, n.e.c. in chapter 2; fresh, chilled or frozen1602.10Meat preparations; homogenised preparations of meat, meat offal blood or insects

Top exporters and importers of HS code 160220, 2025

In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 160220 in UN Comtrade data was Belgium, with 38% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Spain, with 15% 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. 1 Belgium $96M
  2. 2 France $48M
  3. 3 China $19M

World total: $251M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗

Top importers 2025 · share of world imports

  1. 1 Spain $35M
  2. 2 United Kingdom $28M
  3. 3 Netherlands $28M

World total: $237M 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 1602.20

Brazil does not split HS 1602.20: its NCM code is 1602.20.00.

  1. 1602.20.00 Prepared or preserved liver of any animalDe fígados de quaisquer animais

All Brazil NCM codes in heading 16.02 →

Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.

EU Regulatory Requirements

This product category is subject to the EU Deforestation Regulation (EUDR). Importers must provide due diligence statements proving the product was not produced on deforested land after December 31, 2020.

Questions about HS 1602.20

What is HS code 160220?

HS code 160220 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Meat preparations; of the prepared or preserved liver of any animal (excluding homogenised preparations). This HS code covers prepared or preserved liver of any animal, specifically excluding homogenised preparations. This category includes a variety of gourmet and specialty items such as pâtés, liver spreads, and whole preserved livers, which are highly valued for their distinct flavor, rich texture, and nutritional profile. Trade in these products is significantly influenced by culinary traditions, the gourmet food market, and the demand for premium deli items. Importers often include countries with a strong culinary heritage, a sophisticated foodservice industry, or a market for high-end specialty foods. Exporters are typically nations with robust livestock industries and advanced food processing capabilities, particularly those renowned for their liver-based delicacies. Key aspects of this trade involve the quality and origin of the liver, the specific preparation and seasoning methods, and packaging designed to ensure extended shelf life and maintain product integrity.

What products fall under HS code 160220?

Foie gras, Liver pâté, Chopped liver spread, Canned liver, Smoked liver sausage (if primarily liver)

What are common misclassifications for HS code 160220?

Should not be confused with fresh liver (0207, 0208) or homogenised liver preparations (160210), as this code specifically covers prepared or preserved, non-homogenised liver products.

Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 160220?

In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 160220 in UN Comtrade data were Belgium ($96M, 38% of world exports), France ($48M) and China ($19M). World exports came to about $251M, 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 160220?

In 2025, the top importers of HS code 160220 in UN Comtrade data were Spain ($35M, 15% of world imports), the United Kingdom ($28M) and the Netherlands ($28M). World imports came to about $237M, 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 160220 structured?

HS code 160220 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (16) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (02) 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 160220?

In Brazil, HS code 160220 is NCM 1602.20.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.