HS Code for Live cockatoos

Live cockatoos are classified under HS code 010632. This classification is determined by the taxonomic order of the birds, specifically the Psittaciformes. This order encompasses a wide variety of parrots, parakeets, macaws, and cockatoos. Within Chapter 1 of the Harmonized System, which covers live animals, heading 0106 is reserved for other live animals that are not specifically mentioned in the preceding headings (such as horses, cattle, swine, or poultry). Subheading 010632 is the specific international designation for birds belonging to the parrot family. Customs authorities utilize this code to monitor the trade of exotic birds, ensure compliance with animal welfare standards, and enforce international treaties such as CITES (Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora), which strictly regulates the movement of cockatoos across borders due to their conservation status.

Products Included

• Sulphur-crested cockatoos
• Galahs (Rose-breasted cockatoos)
• Major Mitchell's cockatoos
• Black cockatoos (various species)
• Corellas
• Umbrella cockatoos
• Moluccan cockatoos

Common Misclassification

Cockatoos are frequently misclassified under HS code 0105, which is reserved for live poultry (chickens, ducks, geese, turkeys, and guinea fowls). This error often occurs when birds are being imported for commercial breeding purposes. However, 0105 only applies to domestic fowl. Another common error is using HS code 010639, which is a residual category for "Other birds." Since cockatoos are Psittaciformes, they must be declared under the more specific 010632 code rather than the general 010639 category.

FAQ

What is the HS code for live cockatoos?

The international HS code for live cockatoos is 010632, which covers birds of the order Psittaciformes.

Do I need special documentation to ship cockatoos under this code?

Yes, because most cockatoos are listed under CITES Appendices, you will typically require CITES export/import permits in addition to standard veterinary health certificates and customs declarations.