HS Code 160220
Prepared or Preserved Animal Liver
HS code 160220 covers prepared or preserved liver of any animal, excluding homogenised preparations, including products like foie gras and liver pates.
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HS Code 160220 — Prepared or Preserved Animal Liver
Covers prepared or preserved liver from any animal, including poultry, swine, or bovine. This code is most commonly used for pates and foie gras. It excludes liver that has been merely homogenised (which falls under 160210) and emphasizes more complex culinary preparations.
What's included
- Foie gras (whole or pieces)
- Chicken liver pate
- Pork liver spread
- Canned liver preparations
What's excluded
- Homogenised liver for baby food → use
160210(Homogenised preparations are specifically separated into their own subheading.)
Common examples
- Canard foie gras in tin
- Coarse chicken liver pate
- Duck liver mousse
- Preserved beef liver
Frequently asked questions
Does this include fish liver?
No, fish liver preparations are classified under Chapter 16, typically within 1604.
Trade & shipping notes
- Typical duty range: 15% - 30%
- Documentation: High-value items like foie gras are often subject to strict animal welfare import bans in certain jurisdictions.
- Typical shipping mode: Reefer
- Top exporters: France, Belgium, Hungary
- Top importers: Japan, Spain, United States
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Key takeaway
The primary code for gourmet liver products like pate and foie gras.
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