Product classification
HS code for Frozen egg yolk: 0408.19
Eggs, birds' eggs, yolks, fresh, cooked by steaming or by boiling in water, moulded, frozen or otherwise preserved, whether or not containing added sugar or other sweetening matter.
Classification of frozen egg yolk under HS 0408.19
Frozen egg yolks are classified under HS code 0408.19. This classification is found within Chapter 4 of the Harmonized System, which covers dairy produce, birds' eggs, and other edible products of animal origin. Heading 0408 specifically addresses birds' eggs, not in shell, and egg yolks. The heading is divided into two main categories: egg yolks (0408.1x) and other (0408.9x). For egg yolks, the system further distinguishes between dried (0408.11) and 'other' (0408.19). The 'other' category includes yolks that are fresh, cooked by steaming or boiling, moulded, or frozen. It is important to note that HS code 0408.19 explicitly allows for the addition of sugar or other sweetening matter, which is a common industry practice to prevent the yolk from becoming gelatinous during the freezing process. The classification is based on the physical state of the yolk (separated from the white and the shell) and the preservation method (freezing). This code is used extensively by industrial bakeries and food manufacturers who require bulk egg components.
- Covers
- Frozen liquid egg yolks
- Frozen salted egg yolks
- Frozen sugared egg yolks
- Frozen cooked egg yolks (not in shell)
- Frozen pasteurized egg yolks
- Also under 0408.19
- Nestlé Professional Liquid Egg Yolk
- Cal-Maine Foods Frozen Egg Yolk
- Papetti's Liquid Egg Yolk
- Global Food Group Frozen Egg Yolk
- Ovo-Tech Liquid Egg Yolk
Codes often confused with 0408.19
Common mistake. Frozen egg yolks are sometimes misclassified under 0408.11, which is strictly for dried yolks (powder). Another error is using 0408.99, which is for whole eggs (whites and yolks mixed) that are frozen. If the yolk is still inside the shell, it must be classified under heading 0407. Furthermore, if the egg yolk is part of a highly processed food preparation containing more than 20% by weight of other ingredients, it might fall under Chapter 21.
Top exporters and importers of HS 040819 (the code used for frozen egg yolk), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 040819 (the code used for frozen egg yolk) in UN Comtrade data was the Netherlands, with 44% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Germany, with 14% 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 040819, not only frozen egg yolk.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Netherlands $303M 44% of world exports
- 2 France $78M 11% of world exports
- 3 United States $49M 7.1% of world exports
World total: $691M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Germany $95M 14% of world imports
- 2 Belgium $75M 11% of world imports
- 3 Italy $75M 11% of world imports
World total: $664M 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 frozen egg yolk
Brazil classifies frozen egg yolk under NCM 0408.19.00: HS 0408.19 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about frozen egg yolk
What is the HS code for Frozen egg yolk?
The HS code for Frozen egg yolk is 040819 (Eggs; birds' eggs, yolks, fresh, cooked by steaming or by boiling in water, moulded, frozen or otherwise preserved, whether or not containing added sugar or other sweetening matter). The HS code for frozen egg yolk is 0408.19.
How do I classify Frozen egg yolk for customs?
Frozen egg yolk is classified under HS code 040819 — Eggs; birds' eggs, yolks, fresh, cooked by steaming or by boiling in water, moulded, frozen or otherwise preserved, whether or not containing added sugar or other sweetening matter. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Can frozen egg yolks contain salt or sugar?
Yes, HS code 0408.19 includes egg yolks whether or not they contain added sugar, sweetening matter, or salt for preservation and processing purposes.
Which countries are the top exporters of frozen egg yolk (HS 040819)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 040819 (the code used for frozen egg yolk) in UN Comtrade data were the Netherlands ($303M, 44% of world exports), France ($78M) and the United States ($49M). World exports came to about $691M, 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 frozen egg yolk (HS 040819)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 040819 (the code used for frozen egg yolk) in UN Comtrade data were Germany ($95M, 14% of world imports), Belgium ($75M) and Italy ($75M). World imports came to about $664M, 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 Frozen egg yolk the same in all countries?
The base HS code 040819 for Frozen egg yolk 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 frozen egg yolk in Brazil?
In Brazil, frozen egg yolk (HS 040819) is classified under NCM 0408.19.00.