Ivory, 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 products (heading 0507): importing markets
HS heading 0507 covers unworked or simply prepared ivory, tortoise-shell, whalebone, horns, antlers, hooves, nails, claws and beaks, plus their waste and…
Published on 9 October 2026Updated on 9 October 2026
HS heading 0507 covers unworked or simply prepared ivory, tortoise-shell, whalebone, horns, antlers, hooves, nails, claws and beaks, plus their waste and powder. In 2024, China was the largest importer by declared value (USD 83.3 million), followed by South Korea and Germany. For a company exporting from Spain, the product and destination determine which rules apply.
Source: UN ComtradeData for 2024Verified on 9 October 2026
Fact sheet
- Code
- 0507
- Chapter
- 05 · Animal originated products; not elsewhere specified or included
- Subheadings
- 2
Main importing markets
USD · 2024| Country | Imports (USD) |
|---|---|
| China | 83,265,272 |
| South Korea | 27,665,050 |
| Germany | 12,007,004 |
| United States | 5,885,187 |
| Hong Kong SAR China | 5,563,799 |
| Italy | 5,046,309 |
| Czechia | 4,463,412 |
| Canada | 3,184,298 |
| United Kingdom | 2,671,268 |
| France | 2,433,804 |
| Japan | 2,220,742 |
| Switzerland | 1,990,474 |
| Belgium | 1,286,149 |
| Austria | 1,256,185 |
| Slovakia | 1,103,581 |
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 2024Verified on 9 October 2026
What to know before exporting heading 0507 from Spain
Heading 0507 sits in chapter 05, animal products not elsewhere specified, and has two subheadings. It covers the raw or simply prepared material, not cut to shape. Once a horn, antler or claw is cut to shape or turned into a finished article, it normally falls under another heading. Classify the exact goods before anything else.
The import data show a concentrated market. In 2024, China declared USD 83.3 million of imports, about three times South Korea's USD 27.7 million. Germany follows with USD 12.0 million. These figures are what each country declares importing from the world, not what Spain exports to them, so they measure market size and not Spain's share.
Part of this heading may be subject to wildlife protection rules. Ivory and tortoise-shell come from species that can be covered by CITES, the international convention on trade in endangered species. Whether a specific shipment needs permits depends on the species, the origin of the material and the destination. Check it with the CITES management authority in Spain before quoting a price or agreeing delivery terms.
Tariffs and import conditions depend on the subheading and on the agreement in force between the EU and the destination country. For a company exporting from Spain, the duty applicable in each market is consulted in Access2Markets, which also lists import requirements, documents and rules of origin by product code.
Animal-origin products can also be subject to veterinary and sanitary requirements in the destination, particularly for waste and powder. These requirements vary by country and by the treatment the material has undergone. Confirm them with the importer and with the official source for the destination market before shipping.
Frequently asked questions
What products does HS 0507 cover?
Heading 0507 covers ivory, tortoise-shell, whalebone and whalebone hair, horns, antlers, hooves, nails, claws and beaks, unworked or simply prepared but not cut to shape. It also covers waste and powder of these products. It has two subheadings.
Which countries import the most under HS 0507?
According to UN Comtrade data for 2024, the largest importers by declared value were China (USD 83.3 million), South Korea (USD 27.7 million) and Germany (USD 12.0 million). The figures are each country's imports from the world, not from Spain.
Where can a Spanish exporter check the duty on this product?
In Access2Markets, the European Commission's tool for exporters. Enter the product code and the destination country to see the applicable duty, the import requirements and the rules of origin. The duty depends on the subheading and on the agreement in force.
Do I need permits to export ivory or tortoise-shell?
It depends on the species and the origin of the material. Ivory and tortoise-shell can come from species covered by CITES, which may require permits for export or import. Consult the CITES management authority in Spain before agreeing any sale.
Does the import data show how much Spain sells to each market?
No. The table shows what each country declares importing from the world under this heading in 2024. To see Spain's own flows, consult the export statistics for Spain in the same source or in Eurostat.
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