Harmonized System
U.S. exports of Dried Bird Eggs, Out of Shell, Whether or Not Sweetened (HS 040891) totaled $3.1M in August 2026, exported to 5 countries.
Last updated: August 2026 dataWhole-egg or mixed-egg powders derived from birds other than — or in addition to — chickens, dehydrated and sold with or without added sweeteners, are captured under a single line (0408910000) and function as shelf-stable protein ingredients in bakery, confectionery, and sports-nutrition applications. Lithuania leads US imports under this heading, with Japan and Brazil also notable sources — a supplier mix that spans European industrial egg processors and specialty producers. FDA prior notice, establishment registration, and Salmonella compliance are standard entry requirements, and the 'whether or not sweetened' qualifier means that sweetened egg powders used in dessert mixes remain in this heading rather than migrating to a confectionery classification. Admissibility is complex; consult a licensed customs broker or FDA-registered food importer before shipment.
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No. Heading 040891 explicitly covers dried bird eggs not in shell 'whether or not sweetened,' so the addition of sugar or other sweeteners does not push the product into a confectionery or food-preparation heading. However, if the sweetened egg powder is blended with other ingredients to the point where egg is no longer the essential character, reclassification into Chapter 19 or 21 may be warranted.
Japan has a well-developed specialty egg-processing industry, including products derived from quail and other non-chicken species, and produces high-specification dried egg ingredients for food manufacturing. Japanese suppliers often compete on functional properties — such as emulsification performance and color — rather than price, making them a niche but consistent source for premium food-ingredient buyers.
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Subheading 2 of 4 in heading 0408
Subheading 040891 · $3.1M of $11.7M
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Low of 11 reported months · imports
Low · free accountOver the twelve months to August 2026, the U.S. imported $1.1M of Dried Bird Eggs, Out of Shell, Whether or Not Sweetened and exported $23.5M.
Through August 2026 · imports 11 of 12 months reported. Source: U.S. Census Bureau.
HS10 import codes under this HS6 parent, each with its own page. Source: U.S. Harmonized Tariff Schedule.
| Code | Description | Imports for consumption | Average duty rate | Dutiable Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0408910000 | Birds' Eggs not in Shell, Dried, W/N Sweetened | — | -- | -- |
HS10 export codes under this HS6 parent, each with its own page. Source: U.S. Schedule B export classification.
| Code | Description | Export Value |
|---|---|---|
| 0408910000 | Birds' Eggs not in Shell, Dried, W/N Sweetened | $3.1M |
Import lines come from the U.S. Harmonized Tariff Schedule and export lines from Schedule B. The two are numbered by different agencies, so the same 10-digit code can appear in both tables describing a different product.
Exports · August 2026
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Denmark and Australia together take 58% of it.
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None recorded for this period.