Product classification
HS code for Fresh whole chicken: 0207.11
Meat and edible offal, of fowls of the species Gallus domesticus, not cut in pieces, fresh or chilled.
Classification of fresh whole chicken under HS 0207.11
The classification of fresh whole chicken under HS code 0207.11 is determined by the species of the bird and its presentation at the time of import. This code is part of Chapter 2 (Meat and edible meat offal) and heading 0207 (Poultry meat). The species must be Gallus domesticus, which includes all varieties of domestic chickens. The term "whole" signifies that the bird has not been cut into pieces, although it is standard for the bird to be plucked, bled, and eviscerated (drawn). The bird may be presented with or without the head and feet. A critical component of this classification is the preservation state: "fresh or chilled." Fresh meat is that which has undergone no preservation process other than chilling to keep it at a temperature that prevents spoilage without freezing the tissue. If the chicken is frozen, it is classified under 0207.12. This distinction is important for trade statistics and the application of sanitary regulations, as fresh poultry often has a shorter shelf life and different risk profile than frozen poultry. Additionally, this code is distinct from heading 0105, which covers live poultry. Importers must provide accurate documentation to confirm the species and the state of the bird to ensure the correct application of duties and compliance with veterinary requirements.
- Covers
- Whole fresh chicken, plucked and drawn
- Chilled whole chicken with head and feet
- Fresh whole chicken without offal
- Whole roasting chickens, fresh or chilled
- Also under 0207.11
- Perdue Fresh Whole Chicken
- Tyson Fresh Whole Chicken
- Pilgrim's Pride Chilled Whole Chicken
Codes often confused with 0207.11
Common mistake. The most frequent error is confusing fresh whole chicken with frozen whole chicken, which is 0207.12. It is also often confused with fresh chicken cuts (0207.13). Live chickens must be classified under 0105.94 and not under any meat heading.
Top exporters and importers of HS 020711 (the code used for fresh whole chicken), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 020711 (the code used for fresh whole chicken) in UN Comtrade data was China, with 15% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Germany, with 17% 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 020711, not only fresh whole chicken.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 China $218M 15% of world exports
- 2 Italy $131M 9.2% of world exports
- 3 Netherlands $129M 9.0% of world exports
World total: $1.4B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Germany $264M 17% of world imports
- 2 United Kingdom $225M 14% of world imports
- 3 Hong Kong $198M 13% of world imports
World total: $1.6B 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 whole chicken
Brazil classifies fresh whole chicken under NCM 0207.11.00: HS 0207.11 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about fresh whole chicken
What is the HS code for Fresh whole chicken?
The HS code for Fresh whole chicken is 020711 (Meat and edible offal; of fowls of the species Gallus domesticus, not cut in pieces, fresh or chilled). The HS code for fresh or chilled whole fowls of the species Gallus domesticus is 0207.11.
How do I classify Fresh whole chicken for customs?
Fresh whole chicken is classified under HS code 020711 — Meat and edible offal; of fowls of the species Gallus domesticus, not cut in pieces, fresh or chilled. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Does this code apply to live chickens?
No, live chickens are classified under heading 0105; HS code 0207.11 is strictly for meat and edible offal.
Which countries are the top exporters of fresh whole chicken (HS 020711)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 020711 (the code used for fresh whole chicken) in UN Comtrade data were China ($218M, 15% of world exports), Italy ($131M) and the Netherlands ($129M). World exports came to about $1.4B, 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.
Which countries are the top importers of fresh whole chicken (HS 020711)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 020711 (the code used for fresh whole chicken) in UN Comtrade data were Germany ($264M, 17% of world imports), the United Kingdom ($225M) and Hong Kong ($198M). World imports came to about $1.6B, 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 whole chicken the same in all countries?
The base HS code 020711 for Fresh whole chicken 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 whole chicken in Brazil?
In Brazil, fresh whole chicken (HS 020711) is classified under NCM 0207.11.00.