Product classification
HS code for Duck eggs: 0407.29
Birds' eggs, in shell, fresh, not for incubation, other than fowls of the species Gallus domesticus (domestic hens).
Classification of duck eggs under HS 0407.29
Duck eggs are classified under HS code 040729, which covers "Other" fresh birds' eggs in shell, not for incubation. Chapter 4 of the Harmonized System includes dairy produce and birds' eggs. Heading 0407 is for birds' eggs, in shell, fresh, preserved, or cooked. The structure of this heading first separates eggs for incubation (040711-040719) from those not for incubation. Among the non-incubating eggs, 040721 is specifically for domestic hens (Gallus domesticus). Therefore, eggs from other poultry, such as ducks, geese, and quails, fall into the "other" category of 040729. This classification is vital for agricultural trade and food safety regulations, as different bird species are subject to varying veterinary inspections and import quotas. The eggs must be in their natural shell and fresh to qualify for this specific code. This category excludes eggs that have been processed beyond basic cleaning or refrigeration, such as those that have been cooked or preserved in a way that changes their chemical nature.
- Covers
- Fresh duck eggs in shell
- Fresh goose eggs in shell
- Fresh quail eggs in shell
- Fresh ostrich eggs in shell
- Fresh turkey eggs in shell
- Also under 0407.29
- Local farm duck eggs
- specialty quail eggs for restaurants
- Asian market duck eggs
- heritage turkey eggs
Codes often confused with 0407.29
Common mistake. The most common misclassification is HS code 040721, which is strictly for eggs of the species Gallus domesticus (chicken eggs). Importers often use this code for all poultry eggs by mistake. Another error is using 040719, which is for "other" eggs intended for incubation (hatching eggs); duck eggs for consumption must stay in 040729. Furthermore, if the duck eggs are salted, preserved, or cooked (such as traditional Asian "century eggs"), they may be classified under 040790 ("Others") or even 2106 if they are considered a more complex food preparation. Egg yolks or eggs without shells are classified under 0408.
Top exporters and importers of HS 040729 (the code used for duck eggs), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 040729 (the code used for duck eggs) in UN Comtrade data was the Netherlands, with 56% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Spain, 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 040729, not only duck eggs.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Netherlands $121M 56% of world exports
- 2 Saudi Arabia $23M 10% of world exports
- 3 Spain $16M 7.3% of world exports
World total: $218M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Spain $20M 16% of world imports
- 2 Romania $18M 15% of world imports
- 3 United Arab Emirates* ~$15M 13% of world imports · partner records ↗
World total: $120M 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 marked * did not, so their figures add up what other countries recorded trading with them, and their exports are valued at buyers' CIF prices. 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 duck eggs
Brazil classifies duck eggs under NCM 0407.29.00: HS 0407.29 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about duck eggs
What is the HS code for Duck eggs?
The HS code for Duck eggs is 040729 (Birds' eggs, in shell; fresh, not for incubation, other than fowls of the species Gallus domesticus (domestic hens)). The HS code for fresh duck eggs in the shell, intended for consumption rather than hatching, is 040729.
How do I classify Duck eggs for customs?
Duck eggs is classified under HS code 040729 — Birds' eggs, in shell; fresh, not for incubation, other than fowls of the species Gallus domesticus (domestic hens). This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Are salted duck eggs included in this code?
No, 040729 is for fresh eggs. Salted or otherwise preserved duck eggs are typically classified under 040790.
Which countries are the top exporters of duck eggs (HS 040729)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 040729 (the code used for duck eggs) in UN Comtrade data were the Netherlands ($121M, 56% of world exports), Saudi Arabia ($23M) and Spain ($16M). World exports came to about $218M, 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 duck eggs (HS 040729)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 040729 (the code used for duck eggs) in UN Comtrade data were Spain ($20M, 16% of world imports), Romania ($18M) and the United Arab Emirates (about $15M). World imports came to about $120M, 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 Duck eggs the same in all countries?
The base HS code 040729 for Duck eggs 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 duck eggs in Brazil?
In Brazil, duck eggs (HS 040729) is classified under NCM 0407.29.00.