HS Chapter 1 — Live animals
Harmonized System classification guide · last updated 2026-10-14
HS Chapter
Chapter number
Section
Section name
Typical duty
By subheading & market
HS headings
4-digit headings
What Chapter 1 covers
Live animals (other than fish and crustaceans), including horses, bovine, swine, sheep, goats and poultry.
Common HS headings in Chapter 1
- 101 Horses, asses
- 102 Bovine animals
- 305 Pigs
- 510 Poultry
Classification notes
Classification hinges on species and live vs processed state; live animals stay in Ch.1 while their meat moves to Ch.2.
Frequently asked questions about HS Chapter 1
What Chapter 1 covers
Live animals (other than fish and crustaceans), including horses, bovine, swine, sheep, goats and poultry.
Which products are classified under HS Chapter 1?
Common HS headings in Chapter 1 include: 101 Horses, asses; 102 Bovine animals; 305 Pigs; 510 Poultry.
How do I find the import duty for HS Chapter 1 goods?
Determine the precise 6-digit HS subheading for your product, then check the MFN rate and any preferential rate for your destination market (e.g., China, the United States, the EU). 169e’s country tariff pages list rates per HS chapter.
What should I watch for when classifying HS Chapter 1 products?
Classification hinges on species and live vs processed state; live animals stay in Ch.1 while their meat moves to Ch.2.