HS Code 0410

Insects and Other Edible Animal Products

HS code 0410 covers edible insects such as crickets and mealworms, as well as bird's nests and other animal products for consumption not listed elsewhere.

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HS Code 0410 — Insects and Other Edible Animal Products

This category includes edible products of animal origin not specified elsewhere, most notably edible insects. It also covers bird's nests and turtle eggs intended for human consumption.

What's included

  • Dried crickets
  • Mealworm powder
  • Fresh or dried bird's nests
  • Turtle eggs

What's excluded

  • Prepared insect snacks with seasoning → use 2106 (Processed food preparations containing insects fall under Chapter 21.)

Common examples

  • Dried edible grasshoppers
  • Frozen mealworms
  • Salanganes' nests
  • Cricket flour

Frequently asked questions

Is cricket flour included here?

Yes, raw insect flour for human consumption is generally classified under 0410.

Trade & shipping notes

  • Typical duty range: 0% - 15%
  • Documentation: Insects often require specific Novel Food approvals in regions like the EU.
  • Typical shipping mode: Air
  • Top exporters: Thailand, Vietnam, Indonesia, China
  • Top importers: Hong Kong, China, United States, Belgium

Key takeaway

The primary code for the growing edible insect industry and traditional delicacies like bird's nests.

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