Product classification
HS code for Live ducklings: 0105.13
Poultry, live, ducks, weighing not more than 185g.
Classification of live ducklings under HS 0105.13
Live ducklings are classified under HS code 0105.13. This classification is found in Chapter 1 of the Harmonized System, which is dedicated to live animals. Within this chapter, heading 0105 specifically addresses live poultry, including chickens, ducks, geese, turkeys, and guinea fowls. The subheading 0105.13 is defined by a strict weight criterion: it applies only to ducks weighing no more than 185 grams. This weight limit is an international standard used to distinguish between very young poultry, often referred to as hatchlings or day-old chicks, and more mature birds. The classification is based on the biological identification of the animal as a domestic duck and the physical measurement of its weight at the time of import or export. This distinction is vital for trade statistics and the application of specific agricultural regulations, as hatchlings often require different veterinary certifications compared to adult poultry.
- Covers
- Live domestic ducklings weighing 185g or less
- Day-old ducklings for commercial rearing
- Young ducks intended for flock establishment
- Live hatchling ducks of various domestic breeds
- Also under 0105.13
- Grimaud Frères ducklings
- Cherry Valley ducklings
- Maple Leaf Farms ducklings
- Metzer Farms ducklings
Codes often confused with 0105.13
Common mistake. The most frequent misclassification occurs with HS code 0105.99, which is used for live ducks weighing more than 185 grams. Importers must ensure accurate weighing to avoid this error. Additionally, wild ducks are not classified under heading 0105; instead, they fall under HS code 0106.39, which covers other live birds. Misclassifying domestic ducklings as wild birds can lead to significant regulatory delays due to different conservation and environmental laws, such as those governing migratory species.
Top exporters and importers of HS 010513 (the code used for live ducklings), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 010513 (the code used for live ducklings) in UN Comtrade data was France, with 34% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Poland, with 26% of world imports. Germany reports $116M of its chapter 01 imports without product detail (confidential), so its figure here may be too low and it may rank higher.
Figures cover everything classified under HS 010513, not only live ducklings.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 France $14M 34% of world exports
- 2 Czechia $14M 34% of world exports
- 3 United Kingdom $3.3M 8.3% of world exports
World total: $40M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Poland $10M 26% of world imports
- 2 Germany $9.9M 26% of world imports
- 3 Spain $2.7M 7.1% of world imports
Germany reports $116M of its chapter 01 imports without product detail (confidential), so its figure here may be too low and it may rank higher.
World total: $38M 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 live ducklings
Brazil classifies live ducklings under NCM 0105.13.00: HS 0105.13 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about live ducklings
What is the HS code for Live ducklings?
The HS code for Live ducklings is 010513 (Poultry; live, ducks, weighing not more than 185g). The HS code for live ducklings weighing no more than 185 grams is 0105.13.
How do I classify Live ducklings for customs?
Live ducklings is classified under HS code 010513 — Poultry; live, ducks, weighing not more than 185g. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
How is the weight threshold applied for ducklings?
The 185-gram threshold is applied per individual bird. If the duck weighs more than 185 grams, it must be classified under HS code 0105.99 instead of 0105.13.
Which countries are the top exporters of live ducklings (HS 010513)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 010513 (the code used for live ducklings) in UN Comtrade data were France ($14M, 34% of world exports), Czechia ($14M) and the United Kingdom ($3.3M). World exports came to about $40M, 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 ducklings (HS 010513)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 010513 (the code used for live ducklings) in UN Comtrade data were Poland ($10M, 26% of world imports), Germany ($9.9M) and Spain ($2.7M). World imports came to about $38M, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Germany reports $116M of its chapter 01 imports without product detail (confidential), so its figure here may be too low and it may rank higher.
Is the HS code for Live ducklings the same in all countries?
The base HS code 010513 for Live ducklings 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 ducklings in Brazil?
In Brazil, live ducklings (HS 010513) is classified under NCM 0105.13.00.