Product classification
HS code for Fresh bird eggs: 0407.29
Birds' eggs, in shell, fresh, not for incubation, other than fowls of the species Gallus domesticus (domestic hens).
Classification of fresh bird eggs under HS 0407.29
The HS code 0407.29 is utilized for the classification of fresh birds' eggs in shell that are intended for human consumption and are produced by avian species other than domestic hens (Gallus domesticus). This code is situated within Chapter 4, which encompasses dairy produce and birds' eggs. Heading 0407 specifically covers birds' eggs, in shell, whether they are fresh, preserved, or cooked. The subheading 0407.29 serves as a residual category for "other" fresh eggs that do not meet the criteria for other specific subheadings. Specifically, it excludes eggs intended for incubation (fertilized eggs), which are classified under 0407.11 or 0407.19, and it excludes fresh eggs from domestic hens, which are classified under 0407.21. The classification is based on the species of the bird, the state of the egg (in shell), and its intended use (not for hatching). This distinction is important for agricultural statistics and the application of specific veterinary and phytosanitary controls that vary depending on the bird species and the risk of disease transmission.
- Covers
- Fresh duck eggs in shell
- Fresh quail eggs in shell
- Fresh goose 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 occurs with HS code 0407.21, which is specifically for fresh eggs of domestic hens. Additionally, if the eggs are intended for hatching, they must be classified under 0407.19. If the eggs are not in their shells (e.g., liquid or dried yolks), they move to heading 0408. Confusion also arises with 0407.90, which is for eggs that are preserved or cooked rather than fresh.
Top exporters and importers of HS 040729 (the code used for fresh bird eggs), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 040729 (the code used for fresh bird 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 fresh bird 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 fresh bird eggs
Brazil classifies fresh bird 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 fresh bird eggs
What is the HS code for Fresh bird eggs?
The HS code for Fresh bird 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 birds' eggs in shell (excluding domestic hens and excluding eggs for incubation) is 0407.29.
How do I classify Fresh bird eggs for customs?
Fresh bird 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 quail eggs classified under this code?
Yes, fresh quail eggs in shell intended for consumption are classified under HS code 0407.29.
Which countries are the top exporters of fresh bird eggs (HS 040729)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 040729 (the code used for fresh bird 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 fresh bird eggs (HS 040729)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 040729 (the code used for fresh bird 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 Fresh bird eggs the same in all countries?
The base HS code 040729 for Fresh bird 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 fresh bird eggs in Brazil?
In Brazil, fresh bird eggs (HS 040729) is classified under NCM 0407.29.00.