Poultry; live, fowls of the species… (heading 0105): importing markets
Code 0105 covers live poultry: chickens, ducks, geese, turkeys and guinea fowls. Global imports reached 9.2 billion USD in 2025, with the Netherlands,…
Published on 15 September 2026Updated on 22 September 2026
Code 0105 covers live poultry: chickens, ducks, geese, turkeys and guinea fowls. Global imports reached 9.2 billion USD in 2025, with the Netherlands, Poland and Germany as the largest buyers. Spain exported 67.3 million USD. Health certification and transport conditions are mandatory for all shipments.
Fact sheet
- Code
- 0105
- Chapter
- 01 · Animals; live
- Subheadings
- 11
Main importing markets
USD · 2025| Country | Imports (USD) |
|---|---|
| Netherlands | 1,021,716,325 |
| Poland | 403,800,885 |
| Germany | 401,894,873 |
| Belgium | 253,331,651 |
| Singapore | 194,688,549 |
| France | 138,468,920 |
| Romania | 106,935,302 |
| Hungary | 100,429,356 |
| Canada | 89,244,518 |
| Austria | 76,404,528 |
| Ukraine | 75,749,102 |
| Italy | 67,453,659 |
| Spain | 67,308,841 |
| Slovakia | 53,074,169 |
| China | 52,765,579 |
Imports declared by each country from the world. Countries report with a delay: the period is the latest with consolidated data.
Source: UN ComtradeData for 2025Verified on 22 September 2026
Export requirements for live poultry from Spain
Packaging and labeling vary by destination. Most countries require ventilated containers with the species, number of birds, weight, origin and destination clearly marked. Some markets restrict imports by age or sex: confirm specifications with your buyer before booking transport.
Logistics chains are short but sensitive. Mortality during transport can reach 5-10% for long journeys; air freight is preferred for distant markets like Singapore and Canada, but cost limits it to premium breeds. Most European buyers use road transport with 12-24 hour transit times.
Common questions about exporting live poultry
What health documents do I need to export live poultry from Spain?
You need an animal health certificate (salida) issued by your regional veterinary authority (Consejería de Agricultura). It certifies the flock's health status and that export conditions are met. The certificate must accompany the shipment and be presented to customs. Processing takes 3-5 working days; request it before booking transport.
Which EU countries buy most Spanish live poultry?
The Netherlands is the largest buyer of live poultry globally (1.0 billion USD in 2025), followed by Poland (404 million) and Germany (402 million). Belgium, France and Italy are also significant markets. These countries import for breeding, fattening or slaughter, not direct consumption.
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