HS Code for Apes

Apes are classified under HS code 0106.11, which is the specific designation for live primates. Chapter 1 of the Harmonized System covers all live animals, with the first five headings reserved for common livestock such as horses, cattle, swine, sheep, and poultry. Heading 0106 serves as a residual category for other live animals that do not fit into the primary livestock groups. Subheading 0106.11 is specifically allocated to primates, a biological order that includes all species of apes, monkeys, and prosimians. This classification is vital for international trade monitoring, particularly for species protected under the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora (CITES). The classification remains consistent regardless of whether the animal is being transported for zoological exhibition, research, or conservation purposes, as long as the animal is alive during transit.

Products Included

• Live Chimpanzees
• Live Gorillas
• Live Orangutans
• Live Gibbons
• Live Bonobos
• Live Siamangs

Common Misclassification

Apes are sometimes misclassified under the general livestock codes 0101 through 0105 by inexperienced shippers, but these codes are strictly for domesticated farm animals. Another common error is attempting to use HS code 0106.19, which is a catch-all for other mammals not elsewhere specified. However, because primates have their own specific subheading (0106.11), using the general mammal code is technically incorrect. Furthermore, if the animal is not live (e.g., a specimen for a museum), it would be classified under 9705 or 0511 rather than Chapter 1.

FAQ

What is the HS code for Apes?

The HS code for live apes is 0106.11, which covers all live primates.

Does this code apply to monkeys as well?

Yes, HS code 0106.11 applies to all primates, including both apes and monkeys.