HS Code 0104
Live Sheep and Goats
HS code 0104 covers live sheep and goats intended for breeding, wool, or slaughter, requiring veterinary certification and adherence to animal welfare standards
HS Code 0104 — Live Sheep and Goats
This code covers live domestic and wild sheep and goats of any age or gender. It includes breeding stock, animals for wool production, and those intended for eventual slaughter. Most shipments in this category consist of lambs or kids transported for agriculture or livestock trade.
What's included
- Domestic sheep
- Pure-bred breeding sheep
- Live goats
- Lambs and kids
What's excluded
- Processed mutton or lamb meat → use
0204(Meat is classified under Chapter 2, while Chapter 1 is reserved for live animals.)
Common examples
- Live Merino sheep for wool farming
- Boer goats for meat production breeding
- Live lambs for livestock export
- Dairy goats for commercial milk production
Frequently asked questions
Do I need a health certificate for live sheep?
Yes, live animals require a veterinary health certificate from the exporting country's animal health authority to confirm they are disease-free.
Trade & shipping notes
- Typical duty range: 0% - 15%
- Documentation: Requires Health Certificate, Pedigree Certificate (for breeding), and CITES permit for certain wild subspecies.
- Typical shipping mode: Bulk
- Top exporters: Australia, Romania, Sudan, Somalia
- Top importers: Saudi Arabia, Oman, Kuwait, Qatar
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Key takeaway
Classification depends on the animal being live; veterinary inspections and SPS compliance are the primary barriers to entry.
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