Product classification
HS code for Live goats: 0104.20
Goats, live.
Classification of live goats under HS 0104.20
The classification of live goats falls under HS code 0104.20. This code is situated within Chapter 1 of the Harmonized System, which encompasses all live animals unless specifically excluded. Heading 0104 is reserved for live sheep and goats. The structure of the Harmonized System uses GRI 1 to narrow down the classification from the broad category of "Live animals" to the specific genus Capra. Subheading 0104.20 is the specific designation for goats. Unlike horses or bovine animals, the six-digit level for goats does not universally distinguish between pure-bred breeding animals and others; however, such distinctions may exist at the eight or ten-digit national tariff levels. This code applies regardless of the goat's intended use, whether for milk production, fiber (like mohair or cashmere), meat, or land management. It is essential to note that the animal must be alive at the time of crossing the border; otherwise, it would fall under Chapter 2. The classification is based on the biological identity of the animal rather than its commercial value or pedigree status at this level of the nomenclature.
- Covers
- Domestic goats (Capra hircus)
- Live breeding goats
- Live meat goats (slaughter goats)
- Dairy goats
- Angora and Cashmere goats
- Wild goats (if transported live)
- Also under 0104.20
- Boer goats
- Saanen dairy goats
- Angora goats
- Nubian goats
- Kiko goats
Codes often confused with 0104.20
Common mistake. Live goats are often confused with live sheep, which are classified under HS code 0104.10. While they belong to the same heading (0104), they are distinct subheadings. Another common error is using Chapter 2 codes, such as 0204.50, which is for goat meat (fresh, chilled, or frozen). If the animal is not alive, it cannot be classified in Chapter 1.
Top exporters and importers of HS 010420 (the code used for live goats), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 010420 (the code used for live goats) in UN Comtrade data was Somalia, with about 52% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Oman, with 49% of world imports. Iran 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 100% of its exports here ($15M, CEPII BACI), so it may also belong among the top exporters. 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 97% of its imports here ($19M, CEPII BACI), so it may also belong among the top importers.
Figures cover everything classified under HS 010420, not only live goats.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Somalia* ~$87M 52% of world exports · partner records ↗
- 2 Mali* ~$11M 6.6% of world exports · partner records ↗
- 3 Oman $10M 6.0% of world exports
Iran 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 100% of its exports here ($15M, CEPII BACI), so it may also belong among the top exporters.
World total: $169M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Oman $88M 49% of world imports
- 2 United Arab Emirates* ~$15M 8.6% of world imports · partner records ↗
- 3 Spain $14M 8.0% 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 97% of its imports here ($19M, CEPII BACI), so it may also belong among the top importers.
World total: $179M 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 codes for live goats
Brazil splits HS 0104.20 into 2 NCM codes. Pick the one that matches your product:
- 0104.20.10Pure-bred breeding goats
- 0104.20.90Other live goats, not pure-bred breeding
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about live goats
What is the HS code for Live goats?
The HS code for Live goats is 010420 (Goats; live). The HS code for live goats is 0104.20.
How do I classify Live goats for customs?
Live goats is classified under HS code 010420 — Goats; live. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Does this code include wild goats?
Yes, live wild goats are classified under 0104.20, as the heading does not distinguish between domestic and wild species of the genus Capra.
Which countries are the top exporters of live goats (HS 010420)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 010420 (the code used for live goats) in UN Comtrade data were Somalia (about $87M, 52% of world exports), Mali (about $11M) and Oman ($10M). World exports came to about $169M, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Iran 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 100% of its exports here ($15M, CEPII BACI), so it may also belong among the top exporters.
Which countries are the top importers of live goats (HS 010420)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 010420 (the code used for live goats) in UN Comtrade data were Oman ($88M, 49% of world imports), the United Arab Emirates (about $15M) and Spain ($14M). World imports came to about $179M, 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 97% of its imports here ($19M, CEPII BACI), so it may also belong among the top importers.
Is the HS code for Live goats the same in all countries?
The base HS code 010420 for Live goats 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 goats in Brazil?
Brazil splits HS 010420 into 2 NCM codes, so the right one for live goats depends on the product's details: 0104.20.10 (Pure-bred breeding goats), 0104.20.90 (Other live goats, not pure-bred breeding).