HS Code for Live geese

Live geese are classified under HS code 0105.99, which specifically covers live poultry including ducks, geese, turkeys, and guinea fowls, provided they weigh more than 185 grams. The Harmonized System (HS) organizes live animals in Chapter 1, with heading 0105 dedicated to domestic poultry species. The classification logic for geese depends primarily on two factors: their status as domestic poultry and their weight. In the context of the HS, 'poultry' refers to birds of the species Gallus domesticus, ducks, geese, turkeys, and guinea fowls. Subheading 0105.99 is a residual category for these species when they exceed the weight limit of 185 grams, which distinguishes adult or maturing birds from young chicks. This classification is essential for agricultural statistics and veterinary controls, as domestic poultry are subject to different regulatory frameworks than wild birds. The weight threshold is a critical diagnostic feature; birds weighing 185g or less are classified in the earlier subheadings of 0105. Furthermore, the birds must be live; if they were imported as meat, they would transition to Chapter 2.

Products Included

• Live domestic geese
• Breeding geese
• Adult geese for meat production
• Geese weighing more than 185g
• Embden and Toulouse goose varieties

Common Misclassification

A frequent point of confusion involves the weight of the bird. Geese weighing 185g or less must be classified under HS code 0105.15. Additionally, wild geese (non-domesticated) are not considered poultry under the HS definitions and are instead classified under HS code 0106.39, which covers 'Other' live birds. Another common error is confusing live animals with their meat products; goose meat is classified under heading 0207.

FAQ

What is the HS code for live geese?

The HS code for live domestic geese weighing more than 185g is 0105.99.

Are wild geese classified under the same code?

No, wild geese are generally classified under HS code 0106.39 as they do not meet the definition of domestic poultry found in heading 0105.