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U.S. imports of edible products of animal origin, not elsewhere specified (HS 041090) totaled $463K in April 2026, traded with 13 countries.
Importers of Edible Products of Animal Origin, Not Elsewhere Specified paid $54K in duties in April 2026 — an effective duty rate of 12% on $459K in dutiable value, based on actual customs collections rather than the published tariff schedule. Edible Products of Animal Origin, Not Elsewhere Specified imports of $463K in April 2026 ran 38% below the year-to-date monthly average of $751K.
Last updated: April 2026 dataA residual catch-all for edible animal-origin products that do not fit any more specific heading — potentially including items such as bird's nest, royal jelly preparations, turtle products, or other specialty ingredients — this heading (0410900000) requires careful classification review to confirm that the product is not more precisely described elsewhere in Chapter 4 or in Chapters 2, 3, or 16. Indonesia and Vietnam lead US supply, reflecting the importance of Southeast Asian specialty food exports such as edible bird's nest, a high-value ingredient in traditional Asian cuisine and wellness products. FDA prior notice, establishment registration, and labeling compliance apply; some products in this heading may also implicate CITES controls or USDA APHIS review depending on the animal species involved. Admissibility is highly product-specific; consult a licensed customs broker and the relevant agency before importing.
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Classification in 041090 is appropriate only after confirming the product does not fit a more specific description in Chapter 4 (dairy, eggs, honey), Chapter 2 (meat), Chapter 3 (fish), or Chapter 16 (prepared meat/fish). Importers should obtain a detailed product specification — including species, processing method, and ingredient list — and work with a licensed customs broker to apply the General Rules of Interpretation before declaring the heading.
Edible bird's nest (swiftlet nest) is subject to FDA food-safety requirements including prior notice and establishment registration. FDA has also issued import alerts related to bird's nest products found to contain nitrite levels above acceptable limits or adulterated with artificial coloring. Importers should obtain certificates of analysis for nitrite content and confirm that the product's color is natural rather than artificially enhanced, as FDA has historically detained shipments failing these criteria.
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Monthly import values over time
HS10 import codes under this HS6 parent. Source: U.S. Harmonized Tariff Schedule.
| Code | Description | Import Value | Effective Tariff % | Duty Collected |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0410900000 | EDIBLE PRODUCTS OF ANIMAL ORIGIN, NESOI | $463K | 11.83% | $54K |
EDIBLE PRODUCTS OF ANIMAL ORIGIN, NESOI
HS10 export codes under this HS6 parent. Source: U.S. Schedule B export classification.
| Code | Description | Export Value |
|---|---|---|
| 0410900000 | EDIBLE PRODUCTS OF ANIMAL ORIGIN, NESOI | $247K |
EDIBLE PRODUCTS OF ANIMAL ORIGIN, NESOI
199.3K kg
| State | Imports | Exports | Balance |
|---|---|---|---|
| California | $277K | $31K | -$246K |
| Florida | -- | $160K | +$160K |
| New York | $102K | $19K | -$83K |
| Port | Imports | Exports | Balance |
|---|---|---|---|
| LOS ANGELES INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT, CA | $216K | $25K | -$191K |
| PORT EVERGLADES, FL | -- | $134K | +$134K |
| JFK INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT, NY | $102K | $19K | -$83K |