Birds' eggs, in shell; fresh, not for incubation, of fowls of the species Gallus domesticus (domestic hens)

HS v2022 Code: 040721

About birds' eggs, in shell; fresh, not for incubation, of fowls of the species gallus domesticus (domestic hens)

HS code 040721 covers the import and export of fresh, non-incubation eggs from domestic hens. This is a significant industry within the broader agricultural sector, providing a crucial source of protein and other essential nutrients for consumers worldwide. The global trade in these eggs plays an important role in meeting the growing demand for affordable, high-quality food products.

Production process

The production of fresh hen eggs for international trade involves a range of techniques, from the management of laying flocks to the careful handling and packaging of the eggs. Farmers maintain large-scale, climate-controlled facilities to house and care for their laying hens, ensuring optimal conditions for egg production. The eggs are then collected, cleaned, graded, and packaged to meet the quality and safety standards required for export.

Production inputs

The main inputs required for the production of HS code 040721 eggs include the laying hens themselves, specialized feed and nutrition, housing and equipment, and labor for the various tasks involved in egg collection and processing. Producers also rely on access to reliable transportation and distribution networks to move their products to international markets.

Production outputs

The primary output of HS code 040721 is fresh, non-incubation eggs from domestic hens. These eggs are consumed directly by households or used as inputs for the production of other food products, such as 040700 Birds' eggs, in shell, fresh, preserved or cooked, 040811 Egg yolks, dried, and 040819 Egg yolks, fresh, cooked by steaming or boiling in water, molded, frozen or otherwise preserved. The global trade in these eggs helps to meet the growing demand for affordable, high-quality protein sources around the world.

Revisions to 040721

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 040721. The most recent 1 version of this code (040721) is in the HS v2022 system (this version):

This page shows the most recent version of code 040721.

Family tree for birds' eggs, in shell; fresh, not for incubation, of fowls of the species gallus domesticus (domestic hens)

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    A["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/04'>04: Dairy produce; birds' eggs; natural honey; edible products of animal origin, not elsewhere specified or included</a>"]
A --> B["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/0407'>0407: Birds' eggs, in shell; fresh, preserved or cooked</a>"]
B --> C["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/040721'>040721: Birds' eggs, in shell; fresh, not for incubation, of fowls of the species Gallus domesticus (domestic hens)</a>"]

    B --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/040711'>040711: Birds' eggs, in shell; fresh, fertilised eggs for incubation, of fowls of the species Gallus domesticus (domestic hens)</a>"]
B --> E["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/040719'>040719: Birds' eggs, in shell; fresh, fertilised eggs for incubation, other than fowls of the species Gallus domesticus (domestic hens)</a>"]
B --> F["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/040729'>040729: Birds' eggs, in shell; fresh, not for incubation, other than fowls of the species Gallus domesticus (domestic hens)</a>"]
B --> G["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/040790'>040790: Birds' eggs, in shell; preserved or cooked</a>"]

    

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