HS 05

Chapter

Animal originated products; not elsewhere specified or included

HS Code 05 classifies "Animal originated products, not elsewhere specified or included" under Section I (Live Animals; Animal Products). This chapter-level code is used internationally for customs classification, tariff determination, and trade statistics.

Classification Details

HS Code05

DescriptionAnimal originated products; not elsewhere specified or included

LevelChapter (2-digit)

SectionI — Live Animals; Animal Products

Chapter05

🇺🇸 US Import Duty

Average Duty Rate0%

Duty Range0-3.2%

NotesAnimal products mostly duty-free

Free Trade AgreementsMost FTAs: 0%

Rates are approximate and based on MFN (Most Favored Nation) tariffs. Actual rates may vary by specific product classification. Always verify with USITC for official rates.

Classification Guide

When classifying goods under HS 05, ensure the product matches the specific description. As a chapter-level code, this is a broad category. You'll need to narrow down to a 4-digit heading or 6-digit subheading for customs declaration.

Trade Context

Section I covers live animals and animal products, one of the oldest categories of international trade.

Regulatory Note

Many countries impose strict sanitary and phytosanitary (SPS) requirements on animal imports. USDA and EU health certificates are commonly required.

🇺🇸 US Import Document Checklist

Documents required when importing products under HS 05 into the United States.

Required for All Imports

☑Commercial InvoiceCBP

Detailed invoice from the seller showing product description, quantity, unit price, total value, and terms of sale (Incoterms).

☑Packing ListCBP

Itemized list of contents in each package, including weights, dimensions, and marks/numbers matching the shipping containers.

☑Bill of Lading (B/L) or Airway BillCarrier

Transport document issued by the carrier confirming receipt of goods for shipment. Acts as a contract of carriage and receipt.

☑CBP Entry Summary (Form 7501)CBP

The formal customs declaration filed with US Customs and Border Protection for all commercial imports.

☑Importer Security Filing (ISF/10+2)CBP

Must be filed at least 24 hours before ocean cargo is loaded. Required for all ocean shipments to the US.

☑Customs BondCBP

A financial guarantee ensuring payment of duties, taxes, and fees. Required for commercial shipments over $2,500.

FTA Certificate of Origin (for preferential rates)

🤝USMCA Certificate of Origin — self-certification by importer, exporter, or producer. No prescribed format.

🤝Korea-US FTA Certificate of Origin — can be issued by importer, exporter, or producer.

This checklist is for general guidance only. Actual requirements may vary based on specific product, country of origin, and current regulations. Always consult with a licensed customs broker or the relevant agency for official requirements.

Sub-Classifications

05.01Human hair; unworked, whether or not washed or scoured; waste of human hairHeading 05.02Pigs', hogs' or boars' bristles and hair; and waste thereofHeading 05.04Guts, bladders and stomachs of animals (other than fish); whole and pieces thereof, fresh, chilled, frozen, salted, in brine, dried or smokedHeading 05.05Skins and other parts of birds with feathers, down; feathers, down and parts thereof; not further worked than cleaned, disinfected, treated for preservation; powder, waste and parts of feathersHeading 05.06Bones and horn-cores, unworked, defatted, simply prepared (but not cut to shape), treated with acid or degelatinised; powder and waste of these productsHeading 05.07Ivory, tortoise-shell, whalebone and whalebone hair, horns, antlers, hooves, nails, claws and beaks unworked or simply prepared, not cut to shape; waste and powder of these productsHeading 05.08Coral and similar materials, unworked or simply prepared, shells of molluscs, crustaceans or echinoderms and cuttle-bone, not cut to shape powder and waste thereofHeading 05.10Ambergris, castoreum, civet and musk; cantharides; bile, dried or not glands, other animal products used in preparation of pharmaceutical products, fresh chilled, frozen or otherwise provisionally preservedHeading 05.11Animal products not elsewhere specified or included; dead animals of chapter 1 or 3, unfit for human consumptionHeading

Related HS Codes

05.01Human hair; unworked, whether or not washed or scoured; wast 0501.00Animal products; hair, human, unworked, whether or not washe 05.02Pigs', hogs' or boars' bristles and hair; and waste thereof 0502.10Animal products; hair and bristles, of pigs, hogs or boars, 0502.90Animal products; badger hair and other brush making hair and 05.04Guts, bladders and stomachs of animals (other than fish); wh 0504.00Animal products; guts, bladders and stomachs of animals (oth 05.05Skins and other parts of birds with feathers, down; feathers

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is HS Code 05?

What products fall under HS 05?

HS Code 05 covers: Animal originated products, not elsewhere specified or included. This is a broad category that includes more specific subcategories. Browse the child codes below for detailed product classifications.

How do I use HS Code 05 for customs?

What are the trade regulations for Live Animals; Animal Products?

Many countries impose strict sanitary and phytosanitary (SPS) requirements on animal imports. USDA and EU health certificates are commonly required.

Is HS 05 the same in every country?

The first 6 digits of HS codes are standardized worldwide by the World Customs Organization (WCO). However, most countries add additional digits (8-10 total) for their national tariff schedules. Always verify the full code with your destination country's customs authority.

What is the US import duty for HS 05?

The average US import duty for products under HS 05 is approximately 0% (range: 0-3.2%). Most FTAs: 0% Note: actual rates depend on the specific product classification and country of origin. Verify with USITC for official rates.

Can I get a lower tariff rate under a Free Trade Agreement?

Most FTAs: 0%. The US has FTAs with 20 countries including Canada, Mexico (USMCA), South Korea (KORUS), Australia, and others. To qualify for preferential rates, goods must meet rules of origin requirements and have proper documentation (e.g., Certificate of Origin).

Data verified March 2026 · Source: UN Comtrade & USITC

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