HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 9705.22 – Collections and collectors' pieces; of zoological, botanical, mineralogical, anatomical or palaeontological interest, extinct or endangered species and parts thereof
HS code 9705.22 is the 6-digit subheading for collections and collectors' pieces, of zoological, botanical, mineralogical, anatomical or palaeontological interest, extinct or endangered species and parts thereof. It is used for dinosaur fossils, mammoth tusks (pre-ban), dodo bird skeletons, passenger pigeon specimens and saber-toothed tiger skulls.
What HS 9705.22 covers
This category covers collections and collectors' pieces of zoological, botanical, mineralogical, anatomical, or palaeontological interest, specifically those from extinct or endangered species and parts thereof. This is one of the most heavily regulated areas of trade, governed by international treaties such as CITES (Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora). Trade is generally prohibited or requires highly specific permits for scientific research, conservation, or educational purposes, aiming to prevent illegal wildlife trade and protect biodiversity. Importers and exporters are typically museums, research institutions, and authorized conservation programs, navigating complex legal frameworks to ensure compliance and ethical handling of these irreplaceable specimens.
- Covers
- Dinosaur fossils
- Mammoth tusks (pre-ban)
- Dodo bird skeletons
- Passenger pigeon specimens
- Saber-toothed tiger skulls
- Extinct plant specimens
- CITES-listed animal parts (with permits)
- Examples
- Tyrannosaurus Rex fossils
- woolly mammoth ivory (pre-ban, with permits)
- specimens of extinct insects
- preserved thylacine (Tasmanian tiger) remains
- fossilized trilobites
Codes often confused with 9705.22
Common mistake. Often confused with 970529 (other zoological/botanical collections) if the 'extinct or endangered' status is not identified, or 0507 (ivory, tortoise-shell) if the item is raw material rather than a collector's piece.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 970522, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 970522 in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 53% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Denmark, with 55% 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 United States $36M 53% of world exports
- 2 Germany $22M 33% of world exports
- 3 Canada $3.0M 4.4% of world exports
World total: $68M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Denmark $33M 55% of world imports
- 2 Belgium $6.6M 11% of world imports
- 3 United Arab Emirates* ~$3.5M 6.0% of world imports · partner records ↗
World total: $59M 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 9705.22
Brazil does not split HS 9705.22: its NCM code is 9705.22.00.
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 97.05 →
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.
Questions about HS 9705.22
What is HS code 970522?
HS code 970522 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Collections and collectors' pieces; of zoological, botanical, mineralogical, anatomical or palaeontological interest, extinct or endangered species and parts thereof. This category covers collections and collectors' pieces of zoological, botanical, mineralogical, anatomical, or palaeontological interest, specifically those from extinct or endangered species and parts thereof. This is one of the most heavily regulated areas of trade, governed by international treaties such as CITES (Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora). Trade is generally prohibited or requires highly specific permits for scientific research, conservation, or educational purposes, aiming to prevent illegal wildlife trade and protect biodiversity. Importers and exporters are typically museums, research institutions, and authorized conservation programs, navigating complex legal frameworks to ensure compliance and ethical handling of these irreplaceable specimens.
What products fall under HS code 970522?
Dinosaur fossils, mammoth tusks (pre-ban), dodo bird skeletons, passenger pigeon specimens, saber-toothed tiger skulls, extinct plant specimens, CITES-listed animal parts (with permits)
What are common misclassifications for HS code 970522?
Often confused with 970529 (other zoological/botanical collections) if the 'extinct or endangered' status is not identified, or 0507 (ivory, tortoise-shell) if the item is raw material rather than a collector's piece.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 970522?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 970522 in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($36M, 53% of world exports), Germany ($22M) and Canada ($3.0M). World exports came to about $68M, 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 970522?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 970522 in UN Comtrade data were Denmark ($33M, 55% of world imports), Belgium ($6.6M) and the United Arab Emirates (about $3.5M). World imports came to about $59M, 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 970522 structured?
HS code 970522 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (97) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (05) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (22) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 970522?
In Brazil, HS code 970522 is NCM 9705.22.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.