HS Code 0511
Animal Products Not Elsewhere Specified
HS code 0511 covers animal products not specified elsewhere, including semen, embryos, fish waste, and dead animals unfit for human consumption, used in lab res
4-digit Section IReefer Hazmat 9
HS Code 0511 — Animal Products Not Elsewhere Specified
This code covers miscellaneous animal products that are generally not for human food. It includes animal embryos, semen, silk-worm eggs, and dead animals that are unusable for meat consumption but valuable for laboratory research or technical purposes.
What's included
- Animal semen
- Bovine embryos
- Fish waste and fish eggs
- Silkworm eggs
- Horsehair waste
What's excluded
- Animal fats → use
1501(Oils and fats are classified under Chapter 15.) - Edible meat → use
0201(Products for human consumption fall under Chapter 2.)
Common examples
- Frozen bovine semen for breeding
- Dead laboratory mice
- Fish scales for decorative use
- Unworked horsehair for brushes
Frequently asked questions
Can I use 0511 for human food products?
No, this code specifically excludes products intended for human consumption.
Trade & shipping notes
- Typical duty range: 0% - 5%
- Documentation: Requires Veterinary Health Certificate and often pre-clearance via TRACES (EU) or APHIS (US).
- Typical shipping mode: Reefer
- Top exporters: United States, Brazil, Germany
- Top importers: China, Japan, United Kingdom
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Key takeaway
Always verify if the animal product is for technical use rather than human food before using this heading.
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