Product classification
HS code for Edible insects: 0410.10
Animal products, insects.
Classification of edible insects under HS 0410.10
Edible insects are classified under HS code 0410.10, a category introduced in the 2022 Harmonized System update to provide a specific designation for insects intended for human consumption. Previously, these products were often grouped into broader animal product categories, leading to statistical inaccuracies. This code covers insects that are fresh, chilled, frozen, dried, smoked, salted, or in brine. It also includes insect flour and meal, provided they are fit for human consumption. The classification is strictly for food products; insects intended for animal feed or other industrial uses are classified elsewhere. The inclusion of insects in Chapter 4 reflects their status as an alternative protein source and aligns with international food safety and trade standards. The product must be prepared in a way that is suitable for human ingestion to qualify for this heading.
- Covers
- Dried crickets for human consumption
- Mealworm flour and powder
- Frozen grasshoppers (edible)
- Salted or brined insect larvae
- Whole dried silkworm pupae
- Processed ants or beetles for food
- Also under 0410.10
- Entomo Farms Cricket Powder
- Jimini's Edible Insects
- Grub Kitchen Mealworm Snacks
- Protix Black Soldier Fly Larvae
- Chapul Cricket Bars
Codes often confused with 0410.10
Common mistake. Before 2022, edible insects were often classified under 0410.00 (other edible products of animal origin). Now, 0410.10 is the specific subheading. They are also frequently misclassified under 0511.99, which covers animal products not elsewhere specified, but this is only for products not fit for human consumption. If the insects are intended for pet food, they should be classified under 2309. Additionally, live insects are generally classified under 0106.41 or 0106.49.
Top exporters and importers of HS 041010 (the code used for edible insects), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 041010 (the code used for edible insects) in UN Comtrade data was Spain, with 56% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Thailand, with 43% 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 041010, not only edible insects.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Spain $4.7M 56% of world exports
- 2 China $821K 9.6% of world exports
- 3 Vietnam* ~$736K 8.6% of world exports · partner records ↗
World total: $8.5M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Thailand $6.1M 43% of world imports
- 2 United States $1.2M 8.9% of world imports
- 3 Spain $1.1M 7.8% of world imports
World total: $14M 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 edible insects
Brazil classifies edible insects under NCM 0410.10.00: HS 0410.10 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
EU Regulatory Requirements
This product category is subject to the EU Deforestation Regulation (EUDR). Importers must provide due diligence statements proving the product was not produced on deforested land after December 31, 2020.
Questions about edible insects
What is the HS code for Edible insects?
The HS code for Edible insects is 041010 (Animal products; insects). The specific HS code for edible insects intended for human consumption is 0410.10. This includes whole insects as well as insect meals and flours.
How do I classify Edible insects for customs?
Edible insects is classified under HS code 041010 — Animal products; insects. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Are live insects classified under 0410.10?
No, live insects are classified under heading 01.06. HS code 0410.10 is reserved for insects that have been prepared or preserved for human consumption, such as those that are dried, frozen, or processed into flour.
Which countries are the top exporters of edible insects (HS 041010)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 041010 (the code used for edible insects) in UN Comtrade data were Spain ($4.7M, 56% of world exports), China ($821K) and Vietnam (about $736K). World exports came to about $8.5M, 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 edible insects (HS 041010)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 041010 (the code used for edible insects) in UN Comtrade data were Thailand ($6.1M, 43% of world imports), the United States ($1.2M) and Spain ($1.1M). World imports came to about $14M, 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 Edible insects the same in all countries?
The base HS code 041010 for Edible insects 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 edible insects in Brazil?
In Brazil, edible insects (HS 041010) is classified under NCM 0410.10.00.