Product classification
HS code for Fresh foie gras: 0207.43
Meat and edible offal, of ducks, fatty livers (foie gras), fresh or chilled.
Classification of fresh foie gras under HS 0207.43
Fresh foie gras is classified under HS code 0207.43, which specifically identifies the fatty livers of ducks. This classification is part of Chapter 2 of the Harmonized System, which covers meat and edible meat offal. Within this chapter, heading 0207 is dedicated to the meat and edible offal of poultry, including chickens, ducks, geese, turkeys, and guinea fowls. The subheading 0207.43 is reserved exclusively for duck fatty livers that are presented in a fresh or chilled state. To qualify for this specific classification, the liver must meet certain physiological criteria resulting from specialized feeding practices; for ducks, the liver must typically weigh at least 300 grams net. The classification is strictly determined by the state of preservation and the species of the bird. If the product is frozen, it moves to a different subheading, and if it has been prepared, cooked, or preserved in airtight containers, it is classified under Chapter 16. Proper classification is essential for compliance with sanitary and phytosanitary (SPS) measures often applied to high-value animal products.
- Covers
- Fresh whole duck fatty livers
- Chilled duck fatty liver lobes
- Fresh duck foie gras pieces (unprocessed)
- Chilled fatty livers for gourmet preparation
- Also under 0207.43
- Hudson Valley Foie Gras Fresh
- Rougié Fresh Foie Gras
- D'Artagnan Fresh Foie Gras
Codes often confused with 0207.43
Common mistake. Fresh duck foie gras is frequently confused with HS code 0207.53, which is the specific code for fatty livers of geese (goose foie gras). While the products are similar, the HS system distinguishes them by bird species. Another common error is using HS code 1602.39, which covers prepared or preserved poultry meat and offal. If the foie gras has been cooked, seasoned, or made into a pâté or terrine, it must be classified under Chapter 16 rather than Chapter 2. Additionally, frozen duck fatty livers should be classified under 0207.45, not 0207.43.
Top exporters and importers of HS 020743 (the code used for fresh foie gras), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 020743 (the code used for fresh foie gras) in UN Comtrade data was France, with 40% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was France, with 28% 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 020743, not only fresh foie gras.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 France $9.7M 40% of world exports
- 2 Hungary $6.4M 26% of world exports
- 3 Bulgaria $3.9M 16% of world exports
World total: $24M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 France $6.9M 28% of world imports
- 2 Belgium $3.3M 13% of world imports
- 3 Switzerland $3.2M 13% of world imports
World total: $25M 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 foie gras
Brazil classifies fresh foie gras under NCM 0207.43.00: HS 0207.43 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about fresh foie gras
What is the HS code for Fresh foie gras?
The HS code for Fresh foie gras is 020743 (Meat and edible offal; of ducks, fatty livers (foie gras), fresh or chilled). The HS code for fresh or chilled fatty livers of ducks (foie gras) is 0207.43. For geese, the code is 0207.53.
How do I classify Fresh foie gras for customs?
Fresh foie gras is classified under HS code 020743 — Meat and edible offal; of ducks, fatty livers (foie gras), fresh or chilled. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Does this code include frozen foie gras?
No, HS code 0207.43 is strictly for fresh or chilled products. Frozen duck fatty livers are classified under HS code 0207.45.
Which countries are the top exporters of fresh foie gras (HS 020743)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 020743 (the code used for fresh foie gras) in UN Comtrade data were France ($9.7M, 40% of world exports), Hungary ($6.4M) and Bulgaria ($3.9M). World exports came to about $24M, 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 foie gras (HS 020743)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 020743 (the code used for fresh foie gras) in UN Comtrade data were France ($6.9M, 28% of world imports), Belgium ($3.3M) and Switzerland ($3.2M). World imports came to about $25M, 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 foie gras the same in all countries?
The base HS code 020743 for Fresh foie gras 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 foie gras in Brazil?
In Brazil, fresh foie gras (HS 020743) is classified under NCM 0207.43.00.