Product classification
HS code for Live hares: 0106.14
Mammals, live, rabbits and hares.
Classification of live hares under HS 0106.14
Live hares are classified under HS code 0106.14. This classification falls within Chapter 1 of the Harmonized System, which covers all live animals except for fish, crustaceans, mollusks, and certain microorganisms. Heading 0106 is reserved for 'Other live animals' that are not specifically mentioned in the preceding headings (0101 through 0105), which cover horses, cattle, swine, sheep, goats, and poultry. Subheading 0106.14 specifically identifies mammals of the family Leporidae, which includes both rabbits and hares. The classification is based on the biological taxonomy of the animal rather than its intended use. Whether the hare is being imported for breeding, as a pet, for laboratory research, or for eventual food production, it remains under 0106.14 as long as it is alive. The distinction between rabbits and hares is not made at the six-digit HS level, as both belong to the same taxonomic family and are grouped together in this specific code. Proper classification requires ensuring the animal is indeed a member of the Leporidae family and is not a different type of mammal.
- Covers
- Live hares (all species)
- Live rabbits (domestic and wild)
- Breeding rabbits and hares
- Pet rabbits
- Laboratory rabbits
- Also under 0106.14
- Hycole (commercial rabbits)
- Grimaud Frères (rabbit genetics)
- Envigo (research rabbits)
- Petco (pet rabbits)
Codes often confused with 0106.14
Common mistake. Live hares are often misclassified under HS code 0106.19, which is the residual category for 'Other' mammals. However, because 0106.14 specifically mentions rabbits and hares, it takes precedence. Another common error occurs when hares are imported for meat; if the animal is not live, it must be classified under HS code 0208.10, which covers the fresh, chilled, or frozen meat of rabbits and hares.
Top exporters and importers of HS 010614 (the code used for live hares), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 010614 (the code used for live hares) in UN Comtrade data was Portugal, with 29% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Belgium, with 37% 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 010614, not only live hares.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Portugal $12M 29% of world exports
- 2 Netherlands $10M 25% of world exports
- 3 Canada $4.7M 11% of world exports
World total: $41M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Belgium $14M 37% of world imports
- 2 Spain $5.9M 15% of world imports
- 3 United States $4.9M 13% of world imports
World total: $39M 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 hares
Brazil classifies live hares under NCM 0106.14.00: HS 0106.14 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about live hares
What is the HS code for Live hares?
The HS code for Live hares is 010614 (Mammals; live, rabbits and hares). The HS code for live hares is 0106.14, which also includes live rabbits.
How do I classify Live hares for customs?
Live hares is classified under HS code 010614 — Mammals; live, rabbits and hares. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Does this code include wild hares?
Yes, HS code 0106.14 covers all members of the Leporidae family, including both domestic and wild species of rabbits and hares.
Which countries are the top exporters of live hares (HS 010614)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 010614 (the code used for live hares) in UN Comtrade data were Portugal ($12M, 29% of world exports), the Netherlands ($10M) and Canada ($4.7M). World exports came to about $41M, 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 hares (HS 010614)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 010614 (the code used for live hares) in UN Comtrade data were Belgium ($14M, 37% of world imports), Spain ($5.9M) and the United States ($4.9M). World imports came to about $39M, 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 hares the same in all countries?
The base HS code 010614 for Live hares 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 hares in Brazil?
In Brazil, live hares (HS 010614) is classified under NCM 0106.14.00.