Product classification
HS code for Live camels: 0106.13
Mammals, live, camels and other camelids (Camelidae).
Classification of live camels under HS 0106.13
The classification of live camels is governed by the General Rules for the Interpretation (GRI) of the Harmonized System. Specifically, Chapter 1 covers all live animals. While headings 01.01 through 01.05 cover specific livestock like horses, cattle, swine, sheep, and poultry, heading 01.06 is a residual category for "Other live animals." Within this heading, subheading 0106.13 is explicitly designated for mammals of the Camelidae family. This classification is based on the biological family rather than the animal's intended use. Whether the camel is intended for transport, milk production, meat, or racing, it remains under this code. The classification process requires identifying the specific genus and species to ensure it does not fall under wild animal protections or different livestock headings. Proper classification is vital for applying the correct veterinary regulations and import duties, which vary significantly between camelids and other mammals. Furthermore, the HS code 0106.13 encompasses both the Old World camels and New World camelids, ensuring a unified approach to the international trade of these specific mammals.
- Covers
- Dromedary camels (one-humped)
- Bactrian camels (two-humped)
- Llamas
- Alpacas
- Vicuñas
- Guanacos
- Also under 0106.13
- Al-Marai (camels for milk)
- Alpaca Owners Association Inc. (alpacas)
- Camel Company (racing camels)
- Vicuña Conservation Project
Codes often confused with 0106.13
Common mistake. Camels are frequently misclassified under 01.01, which covers horses, asses, and mules, particularly when they are used as pack animals. They are also sometimes confused with 01.04, which covers live sheep and goats, in regions where camels are treated as primary small-ruminant livestock. However, 0106.13 is the only correct code for all members of the Camelidae family. Another common error is using 01.02 for water buffalo, which are biologically distinct from camels despite similar agricultural roles.
Top exporters and importers of HS 010613 (the code used for live camels), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 010613 (the code used for live camels) in UN Comtrade data was Somalia, with about 36% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Saudi Arabia, with 51% of world imports. Qatar did not report 2025 data, and its estimate from partner records misses its trade with other countries that did not report: in 2024 that was 52% of its imports here ($19M, CEPII BACI), so it may also belong among the top importers.
Figures cover everything classified under HS 010613, not only live camels.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Somalia* ~$71M 36% of world exports · partner records ↗
- 2 Sudan* ~$42M 21% of world exports · partner records ↗
- 3 Saudi Arabia $32M 16% of world exports
World total: $196M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Saudi Arabia $100M 51% of world imports
- 2 Egypt $45M 23% of world imports
- 3 United Arab Emirates* ~$21M 11% of world imports · partner records ↗
Qatar did not report 2025 data, and its estimate from partner records misses its trade with other countries that did not report: in 2024 that was 52% of its imports here ($19M, CEPII BACI), so it may also belong among the top importers.
World total: $197M 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 live camels
Brazil classifies live camels under NCM 0106.13.00: HS 0106.13 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about live camels
What is the HS code for Live camels?
The HS code for Live camels is 010613 (Mammals; live, camels and other camelids (Camelidae)). The HS code for live camels and other camelids is 0106.13.
How do I classify Live camels for customs?
Live camels is classified under HS code 010613 — Mammals; live, camels and other camelids (Camelidae). This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Does this code include wild camels?
Yes, the code 0106.13 covers both domestic and wild species of the Camelidae family, provided they are imported or exported as live animals.
Which countries are the top exporters of live camels (HS 010613)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 010613 (the code used for live camels) in UN Comtrade data were Somalia (about $71M, 36% of world exports), Sudan (about $42M) and Saudi Arabia ($32M). World exports came to about $196M, 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 live camels (HS 010613)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 010613 (the code used for live camels) in UN Comtrade data were Saudi Arabia ($100M, 51% of world imports), Egypt ($45M) and the United Arab Emirates (about $21M). World imports came to about $197M, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Qatar did not report 2025 data, and its estimate from partner records misses its trade with other countries that did not report: in 2024 that was 52% of its imports here ($19M, CEPII BACI), so it may also belong among the top importers.
Is the HS code for Live camels the same in all countries?
The base HS code 010613 for Live camels 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 live camels in Brazil?
In Brazil, live camels (HS 010613) is classified under NCM 0106.13.00.