Product classification
HS code for Liquid 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 liquid egg yolk under HS 0408.19
Liquid egg yolk is classified under HS code 0408.19. Chapter 04 of the Harmonized System covers dairy produce, birds' eggs, and other edible products of animal origin. Heading 0408 specifically addresses birds' eggs, not in shell, and egg yolks, whether fresh, dried, cooked by steaming or boiling in water, molded, frozen, or otherwise preserved. The heading is structured to separate yolks from whole eggs and then further separate them by their state of preservation. Subheading 0408.11 is reserved for dried yolks, while 0408.19 covers all other forms, including liquid, frozen, and pasteurized yolks. According to the Chapter Notes, these products remain in heading 0408 even if they contain added sugar or other sweetening matter, which is a common practice in the food industry to stabilize the yolks for freezing or processing. The classification follows GRI 1, as the text of the heading and subheading precisely describes the product's nature and physical state.
- Covers
- Fresh liquid egg yolks
- Frozen egg yolks
- Pasteurized liquid egg yolks
- Liquid yolks with added sugar
- Liquid yolks with added salt
- Chilled egg yolks
- Stabilized liquid yolks for industrial baking
- 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. Liquid egg yolk is frequently misclassified under 3502.19, which is the code for liquid egg albumin (egg whites). While both are components of an egg, the Harmonized System treats them differently; yolks stay in Chapter 04, while whites move to Chapter 35. Another common error is using 0408.11, which is only for dried or powdered yolks. Additionally, 0408.99 is sometimes used incorrectly; this code is for whole eggs (whites and yolks mixed) that are not dried. If the yolk is still inside the shell, it must be classified under heading 0407.
Top exporters and importers of HS 040819 (the code used for liquid egg yolk), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 040819 (the code used for liquid 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 liquid 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 liquid egg yolk
Brazil classifies liquid 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 liquid egg yolk
What is the HS code for Liquid egg yolk?
The HS code for Liquid 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 liquid egg yolk is 0408.19, which includes fresh, frozen, and preserved yolks that are not dried.
How do I classify Liquid egg yolk for customs?
Liquid 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 liquid egg yolk contain salt or sugar and still use this code?
Yes, HS code 0408.19 explicitly allows for egg yolks that are fresh, cooked, or otherwise preserved, whether or not containing added sugar or other sweetening matter. Salt is also permitted as a preservative.
Which countries are the top exporters of liquid egg yolk (HS 040819)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 040819 (the code used for liquid 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 liquid egg yolk (HS 040819)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 040819 (the code used for liquid 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 Liquid egg yolk the same in all countries?
The base HS code 040819 for Liquid 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 liquid egg yolk in Brazil?
In Brazil, liquid egg yolk (HS 040819) is classified under NCM 0408.19.00.