Product classification
HS code for Live falcons: 0106.31
Birds, live, birds of prey.
Classification of live falcons under HS 0106.31
Live falcons are classified under HS code 010631. This code is the international standard for live birds of prey, a group that includes falcons, eagles, hawks, and owls. Falcons are highly prized in many cultures for the sport of falconry, leading to significant international trade. The classification under 010631 allows for the specific monitoring of raptor species, which is critical because many falcons are listed under CITES Appendices I or II. Accurate classification is essential for the legal movement of these birds, as it triggers the requirement for specific health certificates and proof of legal acquisition. Whether the falcon is a captive-bred bird for sport or a bird being moved for conservation purposes, 010631 is the only appropriate code for customs declaration.
- Covers
- Peregrine falcons
- Gyrfalcons
- Saker falcons
- Lanner falcons
- Kestrels
- Merlins
- Hobby falcons
- Also under 0106.31
- The Peregrine Fund (conservation)
- National Aviary (display)
- North American Falconers Association (falconry birds)
- World Center for Birds of Prey
Codes often confused with 0106.31
Common mistake. Falcons are most commonly misclassified under HS code 010639, which is the residual category for birds not elsewhere specified. Because 010631 is a specific heading for birds of prey, using 010639 is a classification error. Additionally, some may attempt to use codes from heading 0105 if the birds are part of a commercial operation, but 0105 is strictly for poultry. Shippers must ensure that any bird belonging to the order Falconiformes or Strigiformes is placed under 010631.
Top exporters and importers of HS 010631 (the code used for live falcons), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 010631 (the code used for live falcons) in UN Comtrade data was Spain, with 43% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United Arab Emirates, with about 77% 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 010631, not only live falcons.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Spain $15M 43% of world exports
- 2 United Kingdom $8.6M 25% of world exports
- 3 Austria $2.6M 7.6% of world exports
World total: $35M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United Arab Emirates* ~$27M 77% of world imports · partner records ↗
- 2 Qatar* ~$3.0M 8.4% of world imports · partner records ↗
- 3 Kuwait $2.7M 7.6% of world imports
World total: $35M 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 falcons
Brazil classifies live falcons under NCM 0106.31.00: HS 0106.31 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about live falcons
What is the HS code for Live falcons?
The HS code for Live falcons is 010631 (Birds; live, birds of prey). The HS code for live falcons is 010631, the designated code for live birds of prey.
How do I classify Live falcons for customs?
Live falcons is classified under HS code 010631 — Birds; live, birds of prey. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Is a CITES permit required when using this HS code?
For falcons, yes. Most falcon species are protected under CITES, and the use of HS code 010631 will alert customs that CITES documentation must be presented.
Which countries are the top exporters of live falcons (HS 010631)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 010631 (the code used for live falcons) in UN Comtrade data were Spain ($15M, 43% of world exports), the United Kingdom ($8.6M) and Austria ($2.6M). World exports came to about $35M, 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 falcons (HS 010631)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 010631 (the code used for live falcons) in UN Comtrade data were the United Arab Emirates (about $27M, 77% of world imports), Qatar (about $3.0M) and Kuwait ($2.7M). World imports came to about $35M, 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 Live falcons the same in all countries?
The base HS code 010631 for Live falcons 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 falcons in Brazil?
In Brazil, live falcons (HS 010631) is classified under NCM 0106.31.00.