Reptiles; live (including snakes and turtles)

HS v2017 Code: 010620

About reptiles; live (including snakes and turtles)

HS code 010620 covers the trade of live reptiles, including snakes and turtles. This industry plays a vital role in the global pet trade, as well as in the conservation and research of various reptile species. Reptiles are highly sought-after by hobbyists, zoos, and research institutions, making this a significant segment of the broader animal trade industry.

Production process

The production of live reptiles involves the breeding, rearing, and handling of these animals. Reptile breeders use specialized techniques to incubate eggs, care for hatchlings, and maintain the health and well-being of their stock. This often requires controlled environments, specialized diets, and meticulous record-keeping to ensure the animals' needs are met throughout their lifecycle.

Production inputs

The main inputs for the live reptile industry include breeding stock, specialized enclosures and habitats, temperature and humidity control equipment, and high-quality feed. Breeders may also require licenses, permits, and other regulatory approvals to legally operate. Additionally, the industry relies on skilled labor to provide the necessary care and handling of the animals.

Production outputs

The primary output of HS code 010620 is live reptiles, which are then sold to pet stores, zoos, research facilities, and individual hobbyists. These reptiles may be further classified under other HS codes, such as 010631 Snakes, live and 010632 Turtles, live, depending on the specific species.

Revisions to 010620

Classification codes are adjusted frequently. The code may have been revised or replaced between system versions. The table below shows the history (newest to oldest) of the code 010620. The most recent 1 version of this code (010620) is in the HS v2022 system:

This page shows a legacy version of code 010620 ( HS v2017).

Newer versions

Family tree for reptiles; live (including snakes and turtles)

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    A["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/01'>01: Animals; live</a>"]
A --> B["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/0106'>0106: Animals; live, n.e.c. in chapter 01</a>"]
B --> C["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/010620'>010620: Reptiles; live (including snakes and turtles)</a>"]

    B --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/010611'>010611: Mammals; live, primates</a>"]
B --> E["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/010612'>010612: Mammals; live, whales, dolphins and porpoises (mammals of the order Cetacea); manatees and dugongs (mammals of the order Sirenia); seals, sea lions and walruses (mammals of the suborder Pinnipedia)</a>"]
B --> F["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/010613'>010613: Mammals; live, camels and other camelids (Camelidae)</a>"]
B --> G["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/010614'>010614: Mammals; live, rabbits and hares</a>"]
B --> H["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/010619'>010619: Mammals; live, other than primates, whales, dolphins, porpoises (mammals of the order Cetacea); manatees, dugongs (mammals of the order Sirenia); seals, sea lions, walruses (mammals of the suborder Pinnipedia), camels, other camelids, rabbits and hares</a>"]
B --> I["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/010631'>010631: Birds; live, birds of prey</a>"]
B --> J["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/010632'>010632: Birds; live, Psittaciformes</a>"]
B --> K["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/010633'>010633: Birds; live, ostriches; emus (Dromaius novaehollandiae)</a>"]
B --> L["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/010639'>010639: Birds; live, other than birds of prey, Psittaciformes, ostriches and emus (Dromaius novaehollandiae)</a>"]
B --> M["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/010641'>010641: Insects; live, bees</a>"]
B --> N["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/010649'>010649: Insects; live, other than bees</a>"]
B --> O["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/010690'>010690: Animals; live, n.e.c. in chapter 01, other than mammals, reptiles, birds and insects</a>"]

    

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