HS Code 0408
Egg Yolks and Eggs Not in Shell
HS code 0408 covers birds' eggs not in shell and egg yolks, whether fresh, dried, frozen, or cooked, including versions with added sugar.
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HS Code 0408 — Egg Yolks and Eggs Not in Shell
This code is for birds' eggs that have been removed from their shells, and for egg yolks. These products can be fresh, dried, cooked, frozen, or otherwise preserved, and are used extensively in industrial baking and food production.
What's included
- Liquid egg yolks
- Dried egg powder
- Frozen whole eggs (out of shell)
- Canned egg whites
What's excluded
- Separate egg albumin (dried) → use
3502(Pure egg albumin is classified as a protein substance.)
Common examples
- Pasteurised liquid whole egg
- Dried egg yolk powder
- Frozen egg whites 10kg tub
- Steamed egg yolks
Frequently asked questions
Can this code be used for dried egg whites?
If it is standard dried egg white, it often falls here, but highly refined albumin is classified under 3502.
Trade & shipping notes
- Typical duty range: Variable; often based on dry weight
- Documentation: Requires sanitary certification. Subject to pasteurisation requirements in most countries.
- Typical shipping mode: Reefer
- Top exporters: Netherlands, USA, Italy, France
- Top importers: Germany, United Kingdom, Japan
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Key takeaway
Used primarily for industrial food ingredients; check if sub-classification as albumin (3502) applies.
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