Product classification
HS code for Chilled foie gras: 0207.43
Meat and edible offal, of ducks, fatty livers (foie gras), fresh or chilled.
Classification of chilled foie gras under HS 0207.43
The classification of chilled foie gras under HS code 0207.43 is determined by the General Rules of Interpretation (GRI) 1 and 6. Chapter 2 covers meat and edible meat offal. Within this chapter, heading 0207 specifically addresses meat and edible offal of poultry, including ducks. Subheading 0207.43 is reserved for fatty livers (foie gras) of ducks that are presented in a fresh or chilled state. To qualify as foie gras under this classification, the livers must meet specific biological criteria resulting from specialized feeding processes, typically involving a significant increase in lipid content. The term "chilled" implies that the product has been cooled to a temperature generally around 0°C to 4°C without being frozen. This classification is specific to the organ itself and does not include products that have been further processed into preparations like terrines or mousses, which would shift the classification to Chapter 16. The technical distinction between standard duck liver and foie gras is based on the weight and fat content, which is a primary factor in customs valuation and regulatory compliance.
- Covers
- Whole chilled duck fatty livers
- Chilled duck liver lobes
- Fresh duck foie gras intended for immediate processing
- Vacuum-packed chilled duck fatty liver
- Also under 0207.43
- Hudson Valley Foie Gras Fresh
- Rougié Fresh Foie Gras
- D'Artagnan Fresh Foie Gras
Codes often confused with 0207.43
Common mistake. Chilled foie gras is frequently confused with frozen foie gras, which is classified under HS code 0207.44. Another common error is classifying prepared foie gras, such as pâtés or canned terrines containing more than 20% meat or offal, under this code; these belong in HS code 1602.39. Additionally, standard (non-fatty) duck livers are classified under 0207.45.
Top exporters and importers of HS 020743 (the code used for chilled foie gras), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 020743 (the code used for chilled foie gras) in UN Comtrade data was France, with 40% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was France, with 28% 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 020743, not only chilled foie gras.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 France $9.7M 40% of world exports
- 2 Hungary $6.4M 26% of world exports
- 3 Bulgaria $3.9M 16% of world exports
World total: $24M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 France $6.9M 28% of world imports
- 2 Belgium $3.3M 13% of world imports
- 3 Switzerland $3.2M 13% of world imports
World total: $25M 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 chilled foie gras
Brazil classifies chilled foie gras under NCM 0207.43.00: HS 0207.43 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about chilled foie gras
What is the HS code for Chilled foie gras?
The HS code for Chilled foie gras is 020743 (Meat and edible offal; of ducks, fatty livers (foie gras), fresh or chilled). The HS code for chilled foie gras (specifically from ducks) is 0207.43. If the foie gras is from geese, it is classified under 0207.53.
How do I classify Chilled foie gras for customs?
Chilled foie gras is classified under HS code 020743 — Meat and edible offal; of ducks, fatty livers (foie gras), fresh or chilled. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Does this code include foie gras preserved in alcohol?
No, foie gras preserved in alcohol or other preservatives is considered a prepared meat product and is classified under heading 1602.
Which countries are the top exporters of chilled foie gras (HS 020743)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 020743 (the code used for chilled foie gras) in UN Comtrade data were France ($9.7M, 40% of world exports), Hungary ($6.4M) and Bulgaria ($3.9M). World exports came to about $24M, 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 chilled foie gras (HS 020743)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 020743 (the code used for chilled foie gras) in UN Comtrade data were France ($6.9M, 28% of world imports), Belgium ($3.3M) and Switzerland ($3.2M). World imports came to about $25M, 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 Chilled foie gras the same in all countries?
The base HS code 020743 for Chilled foie gras 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 chilled foie gras in Brazil?
In Brazil, chilled foie gras (HS 020743) is classified under NCM 0207.43.00.