Product classification
HS code for Fresh egg white: 3502.19
Albumins, egg albumin, not dried.
Classification of fresh egg white under HS 3502.19
Fresh egg white, also known as egg albumin, is classified under HS code 3502.19. While whole eggs and egg yolks are generally found in Chapter 4 (Dairy produce; birds' eggs), separated egg whites are specifically categorized in Chapter 35. This chapter covers albuminoidal substances, modified starches, glues, and enzymes. Heading 3502 includes egg albumin. The subheading 3502.19 is designated for egg albumin that is not dried, which encompasses fresh, chilled, or frozen liquid egg whites. This classification applies regardless of whether the albumin is intended for human consumption in the food industry or for industrial applications, such as in the production of adhesives or pharmaceuticals. The separation of the white from the yolk is the critical processing step that moves the product from the agricultural category of heading 0408 to the chemical/protein category of 3502. It is important to note that for classification in 3502, the product must consist of the albumin itself, which is the primary protein component of the egg white, rather than the whole egg mixture.
- Covers
- Liquid egg whites (fresh or chilled)
- Frozen egg whites (not dried)
- Separated egg albumin in liquid form
- Pasteurized fresh egg whites
- Industrial grade liquid egg albumin
- Also under 3502.19
- Ovobel liquid egg white
- Sanovo liquid egg products
- Eurovo liquid egg albumen
- Rose Acre Farms liquid egg products
Codes often confused with 3502.19
Common mistake. Fresh egg white is frequently misclassified under HS code 0408.99, which covers birds' eggs, not in shell, other than dried. However, the Explanatory Notes to Chapter 4 specifically exclude egg albumin (egg whites) that have been separated from the yolk, directing them to heading 3502. Another error is using 3502.11, which is strictly reserved for dried egg albumin (powdered egg whites). The moisture content and physical state (liquid vs. powder) are the deciding factors between 3502.11 and 3502.19.
Top exporters and importers of HS 350219 (the code used for fresh egg white), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 350219 (the code used for fresh egg white) in UN Comtrade data was the Netherlands, with 25% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Italy, with 26% 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 350219, not only fresh egg white.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Netherlands $39M 25% of world exports
- 2 United States $22M 14% of world exports
- 3 France $19M 12% of world exports
World total: $155M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Italy $31M 26% of world imports
- 2 United Kingdom $16M 13% of world imports
- 3 Netherlands $7.6M 6.3% of world imports
World total: $121M 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 fresh egg white
Brazil classifies fresh egg white under NCM 3502.19.00: HS 3502.19 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about fresh egg white
What is the HS code for Fresh egg white?
The HS code for Fresh egg white is 350219 (Albumins; egg albumin, not dried). The HS code for fresh or liquid egg white is 3502.19.
How do I classify Fresh egg white for customs?
Fresh egg white is classified under HS code 350219 — Albumins; egg albumin, not dried. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Does this code include egg yolks?
No, egg yolks, whether fresh or frozen, are classified under heading 0408. HS code 3502.19 is exclusively for the separated white (albumin).
Which countries are the top exporters of fresh egg white (HS 350219)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 350219 (the code used for fresh egg white) in UN Comtrade data were the Netherlands ($39M, 25% of world exports), the United States ($22M) and France ($19M). World exports came to about $155M, 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 egg white (HS 350219)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 350219 (the code used for fresh egg white) in UN Comtrade data were Italy ($31M, 26% of world imports), the United Kingdom ($16M) and the Netherlands ($7.6M). World imports came to about $121M, 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 egg white the same in all countries?
The base HS code 350219 for Fresh egg white 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 egg white in Brazil?
In Brazil, fresh egg white (HS 350219) is classified under NCM 3502.19.00.