Animals; live, n.e.c. in chapter 01 (heading 0106): importing markets
HS code 0106 covers live animals not classified elsewhere in chapter 01: ornamental fish, insects, reptiles and other fauna. The US is the largest…
Published on 14 September 2026Updated on 22 September 2026
HS code 0106 covers live animals not classified elsewhere in chapter 01: ornamental fish, insects, reptiles and other fauna. The US is the largest importer (USD 368.5M in 2025), followed by Canada and Saudi Arabia. Export requires health certificates, animal welfare compliance and compliance with destination country regulations.
Fact sheet
- Code
- 0106
- Chapter
- 01 · Animals; live
- Subheadings
- 14
Main importing markets
USD · 2025| Country | Imports (USD) |
|---|---|
| United States | 368,563,218 |
| Canada | 149,208,715 |
| Saudi Arabia | 118,093,085 |
| China | 100,069,151 |
| Netherlands | 93,405,177 |
| Germany | 87,748,568 |
| Japan | 85,098,853 |
| France | 78,271,546 |
| United Kingdom | 73,339,673 |
| Spain | 64,800,221 |
| Belgium | 53,098,253 |
| Egypt | 46,685,938 |
| Qatar | 41,980,923 |
| Italy | 36,214,560 |
| South Korea | 29,110,620 |
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
What you need to know to export live animals
HS code 0106 includes live animals not covered by other headings in chapter 01: ornamental fish, invertebrates like insects and crustaceans, reptiles, amphibians and other fauna. The specific products within this code vary by destination and import restrictions.
The US is by far the largest market (USD 368.5M in 2025), with Canada, Saudi Arabia and China also major importers. Each market has different tariff rates and import restrictions depending on the animal type.
Common questions
What animals are covered by HS 0106?
HS 0106 includes live animals not classified elsewhere in chapter 01: ornamental fish, insects, crustaceans, reptiles, amphibians and other fauna. It excludes horses, cattle, pigs, poultry and other domesticated livestock (which have their own HS codes).
What are the tariff rates for HS 0106 in major markets?
Tariff rates vary widely by destination and animal species. The US, Canada and most EU countries have preferential or zero rates for certain animals. Verify the specific tariff in Access2Markets or with your freight forwarder for your exact product and destination.
How should live animals be packaged and shipped?
Animals must travel in well-ventilated, secure containers with adequate space, food and water for the journey. Airlines and shipping lines set their own live animal transport standards; confirm requirements before booking. Transportation time and conditions directly affect animal welfare and survival rates.
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