Product classification
HS code for Poultry feeder: 8436.29
Poultry-keeping machinery, other than incubators and brooders.
Classification of poultry feeder under HS 8436.29
The classification of poultry feeders falls under HS code 8436.29, which encompasses poultry-keeping machinery other than incubators and brooders. This code is part of Chapter 84, which focuses on mechanical appliances and machinery. Poultry feeders are considered specialized agricultural equipment designed to automate or facilitate the feeding process within a commercial or hobbyist poultry farm. The classification is determined by the primary function of the device—providing nourishment to birds—and its mechanical nature, even if the mechanism is a simple gravity-fed system. Unlike general-purpose containers, these items are specifically engineered with features like anti-waste grids, specialized troughs, or automated dispensing units that distinguish them as machinery rather than simple articles of plastic or metal. According to the General Rules of Interpretation (GRI), specifically GRI 1, the classification is determined by the terms of the headings and any relative section or chapter notes. Since 8436 specifically mentions poultry-keeping machinery, it takes precedence over general material-based headings. This ensures that the technological complexity and intended agricultural use are recognized for customs purposes. Furthermore, the machinery must be specifically designed for poultry; general livestock feeders might fall under 8436.80 if they are not specifically for birds.
- Covers
- Automatic poultry feeders with integrated timers
- Gravity-fed chicken feeders for commercial use
- Treadle-operated poultry feeders
- Bulk feed dispensers designed for poultry houses
- Specialized chick feeding trays and troughs
- Nipple drinking systems when part of a feeding setup
- Also under 8436.29
- Big Dutchman feeding systems
- Roxell poultry equipment
- Chore-Time egg collection
- Fancom climate control systems
- Marel poultry processing (live bird handling)
Codes often confused with 8436.29
Common mistake. Poultry feeders are frequently misclassified under 7326.90 (Other articles of iron or steel) or 3926.90 (Other articles of plastics). These codes are often used if the feeder is a simple bucket or trough without specialized poultry-keeping features. However, if the item is designed specifically for avian use, 8436.29 is the correct code. Additionally, 8436.21 is often confused with this code, but that subheading is strictly for incubators and brooders, which are used for hatching and raising young birds rather than feeding them. Another common error is using 8436.80, which is a catch-all for other agricultural machinery, but since poultry-keeping has its own specific subheadings, those must be used first.
Top exporters and importers of HS 843629 (the code used for poultry feeder), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 843629 (the code used for poultry feeder) in UN Comtrade data was Germany, with 23% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 13% 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 843629, not only poultry feeder.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Germany $540M 23% of world exports
- 2 China $403M 17% of world exports
- 3 Netherlands $390M 16% of world exports
World total: $2.4B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $281M 13% of world imports
- 2 Russia* ~$128M 5.9% of world imports · partner records ↗
- 3 Canada $102M 4.7% of world imports
World total: $2.2B 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 poultry feeder
Brazil classifies poultry feeder under NCM 8436.29.00: HS 8436.29 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about poultry feeder
What is the HS code for Poultry feeder?
The HS code for Poultry feeder is 843629 (Poultry-keeping machinery; other than incubators and brooders). The standard HS code for a poultry feeder is 8436.29, which covers poultry-keeping machinery other than incubators and brooders. This applies to both manual gravity feeders and automated systems.
How do I classify Poultry feeder for customs?
Poultry feeder is classified under HS code 843629 — Poultry-keeping machinery; other than incubators and brooders. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Are plastic poultry feeders classified differently than metal ones?
No, the material of construction does not change the classification for specialized poultry-keeping machinery. As long as the item is specifically designed for feeding poultry, it remains under 8436.29 regardless of whether it is made of plastic, galvanized steel, or other materials.
Which countries are the top exporters of poultry feeder (HS 843629)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 843629 (the code used for poultry feeder) in UN Comtrade data were Germany ($540M, 23% of world exports), China ($403M) and the Netherlands ($390M). World exports came to about $2.4B, 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 poultry feeder (HS 843629)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 843629 (the code used for poultry feeder) in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($281M, 13% of world imports), Russia (about $128M) and Canada ($102M). World imports came to about $2.2B, 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 Poultry feeder the same in all countries?
The base HS code 843629 for Poultry feeder 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 poultry feeder in Brazil?
In Brazil, poultry feeder (HS 843629) is classified under NCM 8436.29.00.