Product classification
HS code for Live piglets: 0103.91
Swine, live, other than pure-bred breeding animals, weighing less than 50kg.
Classification of live piglets under HS 0103.91
Live piglets weighing less than 50 kg are classified under HS code 0103.91. This code is part of Heading 0103, which is dedicated to live swine. The classification process involves a hierarchical selection: first, determining the animal is a swine (0103), then distinguishing between pure-bred breeding animals (0103.10) and others (0103.91 and 0103.92). For non-pure-bred animals, the weight is the primary determinant. Subheading 0103.91 is specifically for those weighing less than 50 kg. This weight threshold is critical for customs valuation and the application of agricultural quotas or sanitary regulations. The classification remains consistent regardless of the piglet's intended use, whether for further fattening, research, or as a pet, provided it does not meet the strict "pure-bred breeding" criteria which require official genealogical documentation from recognized breeding organizations. Accurate weighing at the point of entry is necessary to justify the use of this specific subheading over the heavier weight category.
- Covers
- Weaner pigs under 50 kg
- Feeder pigs under 50 kg
- Suckling piglets
- Domestic swine for fattening (lightweight)
- Miniature or pot-bellied pigs under 50 kg
- Also under 0103.91
- Danish piglets
- Dutch feeder pigs
- Canadian weaners
- US feeder swine
Codes often confused with 0103.91
Common mistake. The most common misclassification occurs with HS code 0103.10, which is only for certified pure-bred breeding animals. If the piglet is intended for breeding but lacks official certification, it must stay in 0103.91. Additionally, confusion with 0103.92 occurs if the animal's weight is not accurately recorded, as 0103.92 is for swine weighing 50 kg or more.
Top exporters and importers of HS 010391 (the code used for live piglets), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 010391 (the code used for live piglets) in UN Comtrade data was Denmark, with 58% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Germany, with 31% 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 010391, not only live piglets.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Denmark $1.4B 58% of world exports
- 2 Netherlands $508M 21% of world exports
- 3 Canada $272M 11% of world exports
World total: $2.5B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Germany $770M 31% of world imports
- 2 Poland $702M 28% of world imports
- 3 Spain $329M 13% of world imports
World total: $2.5B 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 piglets
Brazil classifies live piglets under NCM 0103.91.00: HS 0103.91 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about live piglets
What is the HS code for Live piglets?
The HS code for Live piglets is 010391 (Swine; live, other than pure-bred breeding animals, weighing less than 50kg). Live piglets that are not pure-bred breeders and weigh less than 50 kg are classified under HS code 0103.91.
How do I classify Live piglets for customs?
Live piglets is classified under HS code 010391 — Swine; live, other than pure-bred breeding animals, weighing less than 50kg. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Does the 50 kg limit include the weight of the transport crate?
No, the HS classification weight refers to the net weight of the live animal itself, not the gross weight of the shipment.
Which countries are the top exporters of live piglets (HS 010391)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 010391 (the code used for live piglets) in UN Comtrade data were Denmark ($1.4B, 58% of world exports), the Netherlands ($508M) and Canada ($272M). World exports came to about $2.5B, 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 piglets (HS 010391)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 010391 (the code used for live piglets) in UN Comtrade data were Germany ($770M, 31% of world imports), Poland ($702M) and Spain ($329M). World imports came to about $2.5B, 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 piglets the same in all countries?
The base HS code 010391 for Live piglets 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 piglets in Brazil?
In Brazil, live piglets (HS 010391) is classified under NCM 0103.91.00.