Product classification
HS code for Fresh eggs: 0407.21
Birds' eggs, in shell, fresh, not for incubation, of fowls of the species Gallus domesticus (domestic hens).
Classification of fresh eggs under HS 0407.21
HS code 0407.21 is utilized for the classification of fresh birds' eggs, specifically those from domestic hens of the species Gallus domesticus. The classification criteria for this code are three-fold: the eggs must be in their shell, they must be fresh (not preserved or cooked), and they must not be intended for incubation (hatching). This code falls under Chapter 4 of the Harmonized System, which covers dairy produce and birds' eggs. The term 'fresh' in this context implies that the eggs have not been subjected to any treatment intended to extend their shelf life beyond standard refrigeration. This code is distinct from those used for fertilized eggs intended for hatcheries, which are classified based on their functional use rather than their immediate consumption value. Proper classification requires verification that the eggs are from domestic hens, as eggs from other poultry or wild birds are categorized under different subheadings.
- Covers
- Fresh hen eggs in shell for retail sale
- Chilled domestic hen eggs for human consumption
- Grade A and Grade B fresh table eggs
- Unfertilized hen eggs in shell
- Bulk fresh eggs for industrial food processing
- Also under 0407.21
Eggland's Best Eggs, Happy Egg Co. Eggs, Cal-Maine Foods Eggs, various supermarket private label eggs
Codes often confused with 0407.21
Common mistake. A frequent misclassification occurs with HS code 0407.11, which is reserved for fertilized hen eggs intended for incubation. Importers must provide documentation of the intended use to distinguish between 0407.11 and 0407.21. Additionally, eggs from other birds, such as ducks or quails, are often incorrectly placed here but should be under 0407.29. Finally, if the eggs are preserved or cooked, they must be classified under 0407.90.
Top exporters and importers of HS 040721 (the code used for fresh eggs), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 040721 (the code used for fresh eggs) in UN Comtrade data was the Netherlands, with 17% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Germany, with 21% 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 040721, not only fresh eggs.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Netherlands $719M 17% of world exports
- 2 Poland $653M 16% of world exports
- 3 Ukraine* ~$255M 6.1% of world exports · partner records ↗
World total: $4.2B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Germany $923M 21% of world imports
- 2 Netherlands $629M 14% of world imports
- 3 Hong Kong $293M 6.6% of world imports
World total: $4.4B 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 eggs
Brazil classifies fresh eggs under NCM 0407.21.00: HS 0407.21 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about fresh eggs
What is the HS code for Fresh eggs?
The HS code for Fresh eggs is 040721 (Birds' eggs, in shell; fresh, not for incubation, of fowls of the species Gallus domesticus (domestic hens)). The HS code for fresh, non-incubating eggs of domestic hens (Gallus domesticus) in shell is 0407.21.
How do I classify Fresh eggs for customs?
Fresh eggs is classified under HS code 040721 — Birds' eggs, in shell; fresh, not for incubation, of fowls of the species Gallus domesticus (domestic hens). This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Are organic eggs classified differently?
No, the HS code 0407.21 applies to all fresh domestic hen eggs regardless of whether they are produced organically, free-range, or in conventional cages.
Which countries are the top exporters of fresh eggs (HS 040721)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 040721 (the code used for fresh eggs) in UN Comtrade data were the Netherlands ($719M, 17% of world exports), Poland ($653M) and Ukraine (about $255M). World exports came to about $4.2B, 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 eggs (HS 040721)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 040721 (the code used for fresh eggs) in UN Comtrade data were Germany ($923M, 21% of world imports), the Netherlands ($629M) and Hong Kong ($293M). World imports came to about $4.4B, 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 eggs the same in all countries?
The base HS code 040721 for Fresh 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 eggs in Brazil?
In Brazil, fresh eggs (HS 040721) is classified under NCM 0407.21.00.