HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 2309.10 – Dog or cat food; put up for retail sale, used in animal feeding
HS code 2309.10 is the 6-digit subheading for dog or cat food, put up for retail sale, used in animal feeding. It is used for dry dog food, wet cat food, dog treats, cat treats and puppy food.
What HS 2309.10 covers
This HS code specifically covers prepared dog or cat food that is put up for retail sale, meaning it is packaged and ready for direct purchase by consumers. This represents a significant segment of the global pet care industry, driven by the increasing humanization of pets and demand for specialized nutrition. Products range from dry kibble and wet canned food to treats, dental chews, and veterinary prescription diets, catering to various life stages, breeds, and health needs. Major players are multinational corporations with strong brand recognition and extensive distribution networks. Exporters are typically countries with advanced food processing capabilities and large domestic markets, such as the USA, Germany, and France. Importers include virtually every country with a pet-owning population. Key considerations in this trade include ingredient sourcing, nutritional claims, stringent food safety regulations, and effective marketing strategies.
- Covers
- Dry dog food
- Wet cat food
- Dog treats
- Cat treats
- Puppy food
- Kitten food
- Veterinary diet dog food
- Grain-free cat food
- Dental chews.
- Examples
- Royal Canin Adult Dog Food
- Purina Pro Plan Cat Food
- Hill's Science Diet Puppy Food
- Blue Buffalo Wilderness Dog Food
- Whiskas Wet Cat Food.
Codes often confused with 2309.10
Common mistake. Can be confused with 230990 (other animal feed, not for retail sale) if the retail packaging aspect is overlooked, or even 040900 (natural honey) if a pet treat contains honey and is misclassified.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 230910, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 230910 in UN Comtrade data was Germany, with 12% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Germany, with 12% 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 Germany $3.4B 12% of world exports
- 2 Thailand $2.9B 10% of world exports
- 3 Poland $2.7B 9.6% of world exports
World total: $27.9B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Germany $3.2B 12% of world imports
- 2 United States $2.4B 8.6% of world imports
- 3 United Kingdom $1.8B 6.6% of world imports
World total: $27.9B 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 2309.10
Brazil does not split HS 2309.10: its NCM code is 2309.10.00.
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 23.09 →
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.
Questions about HS 2309.10
What is HS code 230910?
HS code 230910 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Dog or cat food; put up for retail sale, used in animal feeding. This HS code specifically covers prepared dog or cat food that is put up for retail sale, meaning it is packaged and ready for direct purchase by consumers. This represents a significant segment of the global pet care industry, driven by the increasing humanization of pets and demand for specialized nutrition. Products range from dry kibble and wet canned food to treats, dental chews, and veterinary prescription diets, catering to various life stages, breeds, and health needs. Major players are multinational corporations with strong brand recognition and extensive distribution networks. Exporters are typically countries with advanced food processing capabilities and large domestic markets, such as the USA, Germany, and France. Importers include virtually every country with a pet-owning population. Key considerations in this trade include ingredient sourcing, nutritional claims, stringent food safety regulations, and effective marketing strategies.
What products fall under HS code 230910?
Dry dog food, wet cat food, dog treats, cat treats, puppy food, kitten food, veterinary diet dog food, grain-free cat food, dental chews.
What are common misclassifications for HS code 230910?
Can be confused with 230990 (other animal feed, not for retail sale) if the retail packaging aspect is overlooked, or even 040900 (natural honey) if a pet treat contains honey and is misclassified.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 230910?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 230910 in UN Comtrade data were Germany ($3.4B, 12% of world exports), Thailand ($2.9B) and Poland ($2.7B). World exports came to about $27.9B, 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 230910?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 230910 in UN Comtrade data were Germany ($3.2B, 12% of world imports), the United States ($2.4B) and the United Kingdom ($1.8B). World imports came to about $27.9B, 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 230910 structured?
HS code 230910 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (23) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (09) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (10) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 230910?
In Brazil, HS code 230910 is NCM 2309.10.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.