Product classification
HS code for Dried whole egg: 0408.91
Eggs, birds' eggs (not in shell, excluding yolks only), dried, whether or not containing added sugar or other sweetening matter.
Classification of dried whole egg under HS 0408.91
Dried whole eggs are classified under HS code 0408.91. This classification is located in Chapter 4, which covers dairy produce, birds' eggs, natural honey, and edible products of animal origin. Heading 0408 specifically deals with birds' eggs, not in shell, and egg yolks. This heading is further divided based on whether the product is dried or preserved in another manner (such as frozen). Subheading 0408.91 is the specific code for dried birds' eggs, excluding those that consist only of yolks. This typically refers to "whole egg powder," where the white and yolk are processed together. The drying process, often spray-drying, removes moisture to create a stable powder used extensively in the baking and food processing industries. The code applies whether or not the eggs contain added sugar or other sweetening matter. It is vital to distinguish this from egg albumin (egg whites), which is classified as a protein under Chapter 35. Accurate classification under 0408.91 ensures that the product is treated as a food ingredient rather than a chemical or industrial protein, which affects both duty rates and food safety regulations.
- Covers
- Dried whole egg powder
- Dehydrated birds' eggs (not in shell)
- Dried whole egg mix (without additives)
- Spray-dried whole eggs
- Dried eggs with added sugar
- Also under 0408.91
- Nutri-Egg Dried Whole Egg Powder
- OvoPro Egg White Powder
- Rose Acre Farms Dried Egg Products
- Rembrandt Foods Dried Egg White
- Eurovo Dried Whole Egg
Codes often confused with 0408.91
Common mistake. Dried whole eggs are frequently confused with dried egg yolks, which fall under 0408.11. It is essential to verify if the product contains the entire egg content or just the yolk. Another major misclassification occurs with egg albumin (dried egg whites). While egg whites are part of the egg, in their isolated dried form, they are classified under HS code 3502.11 as albumins. Furthermore, if the dried egg is mixed with other ingredients like flour or milk powder to create a "cake mix," it would be classified under heading 1901 rather than 0408.
Top exporters and importers of HS 040891 (the code used for dried whole egg), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 040891 (the code used for dried whole egg) in UN Comtrade data was the Netherlands, with 22% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Germany, with 16% 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 040891, not only dried whole egg.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Netherlands $82M 22% of world exports
- 2 Italy $53M 15% of world exports
- 3 Poland $36M 9.9% of world exports
World total: $365M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Germany $63M 16% of world imports
- 2 United Kingdom $30M 7.3% of world imports
- 3 Netherlands $27M 6.7% of world imports
World total: $406M 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 dried whole egg
Brazil classifies dried whole egg under NCM 0408.91.00: HS 0408.91 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about dried whole egg
What is the HS code for Dried whole egg?
The HS code for Dried whole egg is 040891 (Eggs; birds' eggs (not in shell, excluding yolks only), dried, whether or not containing added sugar or other sweetening matter).
How do I classify Dried whole egg for customs?
Dried whole egg is classified under HS code 040891 — Eggs; birds' eggs (not in shell, excluding yolks only), dried, whether or not containing added sugar or other sweetening matter. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
What is the HS code for dried whole egg powder?
The HS code for dried whole egg powder is 0408.91.
Does 0408.91 include dried egg whites?
No, dried egg whites (albumin) are classified under HS code 3502.11, while dried yolks are under 0408.11.
Which countries are the top exporters of dried whole egg (HS 040891)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 040891 (the code used for dried whole egg) in UN Comtrade data were the Netherlands ($82M, 22% of world exports), Italy ($53M) and Poland ($36M). World exports came to about $365M, 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 dried whole egg (HS 040891)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 040891 (the code used for dried whole egg) in UN Comtrade data were Germany ($63M, 16% of world imports), the United Kingdom ($30M) and the Netherlands ($27M). World imports came to about $406M, 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 Dried whole egg the same in all countries?
The base HS code 040891 for Dried whole egg 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 dried whole egg in Brazil?
In Brazil, dried whole egg (HS 040891) is classified under NCM 0408.91.00.