Product classification
HS code for Monkeys: 0106.11
Mammals, live, primates.
Classification of monkeys under HS 0106.11
Live monkeys are classified under HS code 0106.11, which falls within the broader category of "Other live animals" in Chapter 1. The Harmonized System organizes live animals by species, with the first five headings covering horses, bovine animals, swine, sheep/goats, and poultry. Heading 0106 is a residual category for all other live animals. Subheading 0106.11 is specifically reserved for primates. This includes all members of the biological order Primates, ranging from small prosimians to large apes. The classification is straightforward based on biological taxonomy. It is important to note that this code applies regardless of the purpose of the import, whether for zoological display, scientific research, or as pets, provided the animals are live. If the animals were being transported as part of a traveling circus or menagerie, they might be classified differently under Chapter 95, but for standard trade and biological classification, 0106.11 is the primary code. Importers must also comply with CITES (Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species) regulations, which often overlap with this HS code. The classification ensures that veterinary and conservation authorities can track the movement of primates across borders for health and environmental protection.
- Covers
- Live Macaques
- Live Marmosets and Tamarins
- Live Chimpanzees and Gorillas
- Live Lemurs
- Live Capuchin monkeys
- Also under 0106.11
- Charles River Laboratories (research primates)
- Primate Products Inc.
- San Diego Zoo (gorillas)
- S.P.R.C. (primates for research)
Codes often confused with 0106.11
Common mistake. Monkeys are sometimes misclassified under 0106.19, which is the "Other" category for mammals. However, because 0106.11 is a specific 6-digit subheading for primates, it must take precedence. Another error is using 9508.10 for circus animals; while they may be in a circus, the animal itself is often still classified in Chapter 1 for health inspections.
Top exporters and importers of HS 010611 (the code used for monkeys), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 010611 (the code used for monkeys) in UN Comtrade data was Cambodia, with about 43% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 36% 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 010611, not only monkeys.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Cambodia* ~$230M 43% of world exports · partner records ↗
- 2 Vietnam* ~$152M 28% of world exports · partner records ↗
- 3 Mauritius $121M 22% of world exports
World total: $540M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $198M 36% of world imports
- 2 China $135M 25% of world imports
- 3 Canada $56M 10% of world imports
World total: $543M 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 monkeys
Brazil classifies monkeys under NCM 0106.11.00: HS 0106.11 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about monkeys
What is the HS code for Monkeys?
The HS code for Monkeys is 010611 (Mammals; live, primates). The specific HS code for live primates, including monkeys, is 0106.11.
How do I classify Monkeys for customs?
Monkeys is classified under HS code 010611 — Mammals; live, primates. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Are apes classified under the same code as monkeys?
Yes, because apes are primates, they are classified under the same subheading 0106.11.
Which countries are the top exporters of monkeys (HS 010611)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 010611 (the code used for monkeys) in UN Comtrade data were Cambodia (about $230M, 43% of world exports), Vietnam (about $152M) and Mauritius ($121M). World exports came to about $540M, 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 monkeys (HS 010611)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 010611 (the code used for monkeys) in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($198M, 36% of world imports), China ($135M) and Canada ($56M). World imports came to about $543M, 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 Monkeys the same in all countries?
The base HS code 010611 for Monkeys 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 monkeys in Brazil?
In Brazil, monkeys (HS 010611) is classified under NCM 0106.11.00.