Animal products; tortoise-shell, whalebone and whalebone hair, horns, antlers, hooves, nails, claws and beaks, unworked or simply prepared but not cut to shape, waste and powder of these products

HS code 050790 covers a diverse range of unworked or simply prepared animal products, including tortoise-shell, whalebone, horns, antlers, hooves, nails, claws, and beaks. These materials are often used in various industries, from traditional crafts to modern manufacturing. This code plays a crucial role in the global trade of raw materials, supporting a wide range of downstream industries and contributing to the broader economy.

The production techniques for the items covered under HS code 050790 vary depending on the specific material. In general, these animal products are collected, cleaned, and prepared for further processing or export. Some may undergo basic treatments, such as drying or cutting, to preserve their quality and facilitate transportation. The level of processing is typically minimal, as the goal is to maintain the natural state of the materials.

The main inputs required for the production of items under HS code 050790 are the raw animal materials themselves. This includes the collection and sourcing of tortoise-shell, whalebone, horns, antlers, hooves, nails, claws, and beaks from various animal sources. Additionally, basic processing equipment, such as cutting tools and drying facilities, may be needed to prepare the materials for market.

The outputs of HS code 050790 are the unworked or simply prepared animal products, which can be used as inputs for a wide range of downstream industries. These materials may be further processed and incorporated into products such as 950790 Furniture; parts, 420500 Leather articles; other, or 960310 (Brooms, brushes (including brushes constituting parts of machines, appliances or vehicles), hand-operated mechanical floor sweepers, not motorized, mops and feather dusters). The versatility of these animal-derived materials makes them valuable commodities in the global trade.