Product classification
HS code for Quail eggs: 0407.29
Birds' eggs, in shell, fresh, not for incubation, other than fowls of the species Gallus domesticus (domestic hens).
Classification of quail eggs under HS 0407.29
Quail eggs are classified under HS code 0407.29, which falls within Chapter 4 of the Harmonized System. This chapter encompasses dairy produce, birds' eggs, and other edible products of animal origin. Heading 0407 specifically covers birds' eggs that remain in their shells, whether they are fresh, preserved, or cooked. Within this heading, the classification is further divided based on the intended use and the species of the bird. Since quail are not classified as "fowls of the species Gallus domesticus" (which refers to domestic hens), and these eggs are intended for consumption rather than incubation, they fall into the "other" category under subheading 0407.29. This classification applies to eggs that are fresh and in-shell. The determination is based on the biological origin of the product and the fact that the shell remains intact, which distinguishes it from egg yolks or birds' eggs without shells. The classification remains consistent regardless of whether the eggs are organic or conventionally farmed, provided they are not for hatching.
- Covers
- Fresh quail eggs in shell
- Salted quail eggs in shell
- Preserved quail eggs in shell
- Cooked quail eggs in shell (not further prepared)
- Chilled quail eggs for human consumption
- Also under 0407.29
- Local farm duck eggs
- specialty quail eggs for restaurants
- Asian market duck eggs
- heritage turkey eggs
Codes often confused with 0407.29
Common mistake. Quail eggs are frequently confused with HS code 0407.19, which is reserved for eggs intended for incubation (hatching). If the eggs are for breeding purposes, they must be declared under 0407.19. Another common error is using 0407.21, which is strictly for domestic hen eggs (Gallus domesticus). Furthermore, if the quail eggs have been removed from their shells, they must be classified under heading 0408, which covers birds' eggs, not in shell, and egg yolks.
Top exporters and importers of HS 040729 (the code used for quail eggs), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 040729 (the code used for quail eggs) in UN Comtrade data was the Netherlands, with 56% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Spain, with 16% 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 040729, not only quail eggs.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Netherlands $121M 56% of world exports
- 2 Saudi Arabia $23M 10% of world exports
- 3 Spain $16M 7.3% of world exports
World total: $218M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Spain $20M 16% of world imports
- 2 Romania $18M 15% of world imports
- 3 United Arab Emirates* ~$15M 13% of world imports · partner records ↗
World total: $120M 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 quail eggs
Brazil classifies quail eggs under NCM 0407.29.00: HS 0407.29 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about quail eggs
What is the HS code for Quail eggs?
The HS code for Quail eggs is 040729 (Birds' eggs, in shell; fresh, not for incubation, other than fowls of the species Gallus domesticus (domestic hens)). The HS code for fresh quail eggs in shell, not for incubation, is 0407.29.
How do I classify Quail eggs for customs?
Quail eggs is classified under HS code 040729 — Birds' eggs, in shell; fresh, not for incubation, other than fowls of the species Gallus domesticus (domestic hens). This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Does the HS code change if the quail eggs are boiled?
No, HS code 0407.29 includes birds' eggs in shell that are fresh, preserved, or cooked, provided they are not further prepared into a meal.
Which countries are the top exporters of quail eggs (HS 040729)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 040729 (the code used for quail eggs) in UN Comtrade data were the Netherlands ($121M, 56% of world exports), Saudi Arabia ($23M) and Spain ($16M). World exports came to about $218M, 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 quail eggs (HS 040729)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 040729 (the code used for quail eggs) in UN Comtrade data were Spain ($20M, 16% of world imports), Romania ($18M) and the United Arab Emirates (about $15M). World imports came to about $120M, 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 Quail eggs the same in all countries?
The base HS code 040729 for Quail eggs 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 quail eggs in Brazil?
In Brazil, quail eggs (HS 040729) is classified under NCM 0407.29.00.