Product classification
HS code for Bovine semen: 0511.10
Animal products, bovine semen.
Classification of bovine semen under HS 0511.10
Bovine semen is precisely classified under HS code 051110, which is situated within Chapter 5 of the Harmonized System, dedicated to "Products of animal origin, not elsewhere specified or included." The overarching heading 0511 specifically covers animal products that do not fall under more specialized headings within the HS nomenclature. Subheading 051110 is explicitly designated for "Bovine semen," underscoring its unique biological nature and its critical role in livestock breeding and genetic improvement programs. This classification accurately reflects its status as a raw, unprocessed biological material directly derived from bovine animals, intended for reproductive purposes rather than consumption or industrial processing into other forms. The specificity of this code ensures consistent global trade categorization for this specialized agricultural input.
- Covers
- Frozen bovine semen for artificial insemination
- Fresh bovine semen for immediate use
- Semen straws and vials containing bovine genetic material
- Cryopreserved bovine germplasm
- Also under 0511.10
- ABS Global bovine semen
- Genex Cooperative dairy semen
- Select Sires beef semen
- Alta Genetics genetic products.
Codes often confused with 0511.10
Common mistake. Misclassification of bovine semen often arises from its biological origin. It is crucial to distinguish it from products classified under HS 3001 (Glands and other organs for organo-therapeutic uses), which pertains to processed animal glands, extracts, or similar substances used in pharmaceuticals, rather than raw reproductive cells. Similarly, bovine semen should not be confused with live bovine animals themselves, which are classified under HS 0102. While derived from animals, semen is a biological product, not a live animal. Furthermore, other animal by-products such as guts, bladders, and stomachs (HS 0504) represent different categories of animal-derived materials and are not applicable to semen.
Top exporters and importers of HS 051110 (the code used for bovine semen), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 051110 (the code used for bovine semen) in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 44% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 8.1% 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 051110, not only bovine semen.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 United States $256M 44% of world exports
- 2 Canada $124M 21% of world exports
- 3 Netherlands $55M 9.5% of world exports
World total: $577M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $44M 8.1% of world imports
- 2 Brazil $39M 7.1% of world imports
- 3 United Kingdom $36M 6.6% of world imports
World total: $547M 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 bovine semen
Brazil classifies bovine semen under NCM 0511.10.00: HS 0511.10 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about bovine semen
What is the HS code for Bovine semen?
The HS code for Bovine semen is 051110 (Animal products; bovine semen). The HS code for Bovine semen is 051110.
How do I classify Bovine semen for customs?
Bovine semen is classified under HS code 051110 — Animal products; bovine semen. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Why is bovine semen classified under animal products?
Bovine semen is classified under animal products because it is a biological material directly obtained from bovine animals. Its primary application is in animal husbandry for reproductive purposes, specifically artificial insemination. This classification reflects its unprocessed state and its direct link to animal origin, distinguishing it from highly processed animal derivatives or pharmaceutical preparations.
Which countries are the top exporters of bovine semen (HS 051110)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 051110 (the code used for bovine semen) in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($256M, 44% of world exports), Canada ($124M) and the Netherlands ($55M). World exports came to about $577M, 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 bovine semen (HS 051110)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 051110 (the code used for bovine semen) in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($44M, 8.1% of world imports), Brazil ($39M) and the United Kingdom ($36M). World imports came to about $547M, 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 Bovine semen the same in all countries?
The base HS code 051110 for Bovine semen 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 bovine semen in Brazil?
In Brazil, bovine semen (HS 051110) is classified under NCM 0511.10.00.