Product classification

HS code for Animal harness: 4201.00

Saddlery and harness, for any animal (including traces, leads, knee pads, muzzles, saddle cloths, saddle bags, dog coats and the like), of any materials.

Classification of animal harness under HS 4201.00

Animal harnesses and related equipment are classified under HS code 4201.00. This heading is unique because it is functional rather than material-specific. It covers saddlery and harness for any animal, including horses, dogs, cats, and even birds. The classification applies regardless of whether the item is made from leather, textile webbing, plastics, or metal, provided the article is designed for the animal to wear for the purposes of control, protection, or carriage. This includes items used for pulling loads, such as traces and leads, as well as protective gear like knee pads and dog coats. The Harmonized System groups these items together in Chapter 42 to ensure that all equipment specifically tailored for animal use is treated consistently, regardless of the evolving materials used in modern manufacturing.

Covers
  • Dog harnesses and collars
  • Horse bridles and reins
  • Muzzles for dogs or horses
  • Saddle cloths and numnahs
  • Dog coats and protective vests
  • Saddle bags and panniers for pack animals
  • Leads and leashes of any material
Also under 4201.00
  • Hermès saddles
  • WeatherBeeta horse blankets
  • Ruffwear dog harnesses
  • Stubben bridles
  • EzyDog leashes

Codes often confused with 4201.00

Common mistake. A frequent misclassification occurs with HS code 3926.90 (other articles of plastics) or HS code 6307.90 (other made-up textile articles). Importers often mistakenly use these codes based on the material of the harness. However, General Interpretative Rule 1 dictates that the specific heading 4201.00 for animal harness takes precedence over general material headings. Another confusion arises with HS code 7326 for iron or steel articles when dealing with heavy metal chains for animals; if these are finished leashes or collars, they remain in 4201.00.

3926.90Plastics; other articles n.e.c. in chapter 396307.90Textiles; made up articles (including dress patterns), n.e.c. in chapter 63, n.e.c. in heading no. 630773.26Iron or steel; articles, n.e.c. in chapter 73

Top exporters and importers of HS 420100 (the code used for animal harness), 2025

In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 420100 (the code used for animal harness) in UN Comtrade data was China, with 38% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 24% of world imports. Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.

Figures cover everything classified under HS 420100, not only animal harness.

Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports

  1. 1 China $963M
  2. 2 India $219M
  3. 3 Germany $194M

World total: $2.5B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗

Top importers 2025 · share of world imports

  1. 1 United States $513M
  2. 2 Germany $266M
  3. 3 Netherlands $145M

World total: $2.1B 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 codes for animal harness

Brazil splits HS 4201.00 into 2 NCM codes. Pick the one that matches your product:

Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.

Questions about animal harness

What is the HS code for Animal harness?

The HS code for Animal harness is 420100 (Saddlery and harness; for any animal (including traces, leads, knee pads, muzzles, saddle cloths, saddle bags, dog coats and the like), of any materials). The HS code for animal harnesses, regardless of the material they are made from, is 4201.00.

How do I classify Animal harness for customs?

Animal harness is classified under HS code 420100 — Saddlery and harness; for any animal (including traces, leads, knee pads, muzzles, saddle cloths, saddle bags, dog coats and the like), of any materials. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.

Are dog sweaters classified under this code?

Yes, dog coats, sweaters, and other clothing specifically designed for animals are classified under HS code 4201.00 as part of the "and the like" provision for animal equipment.

Which countries are the top exporters of animal harness (HS 420100)?

In 2025, the top exporters of HS 420100 (the code used for animal harness) in UN Comtrade data were China ($963M, 38% of world exports), India ($219M) and Germany ($194M). World exports came to about $2.5B, 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 animal harness (HS 420100)?

In 2025, the top importers of HS 420100 (the code used for animal harness) in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($513M, 24% of world imports), Germany ($266M) and the Netherlands ($145M). World imports came to about $2.1B, 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.

Is the HS code for Animal harness the same in all countries?

The base HS code 420100 for Animal harness is internationally standardized for the first 6 digits across 200+ countries. Individual countries may add additional digits for national tariff lines and specific classifications.

What is the NCM code for animal harness in Brazil?

Brazil splits HS 420100 into 2 NCM codes, so the right one for animal harness depends on the product's details: 4201.00.10 (Leather saddlery and harness), 4201.00.90 (Saddlery and harness of other materials).