HS Code:
Poultry incubators and brooders, classified under HS Code 843621, are specialized equipment used in the poultry industry for hatching eggs and providing controlled environments for young poultry. These machines are critical for commercial poultry farming, ensuring optimal conditions for egg incubation and chick rearing. The category includes electric and non-electric incubators and brooders designed for various scales of operation, from small farms to large industrial setups. Global trade in this category is driven by the demand for poultry products, advancements in agricultural technology, and the need for efficient farming equipment in both developed and developing countries.
Total Trade Volume
USD 250 million
Data from 2022
Source
United Nations Comtrade Database
USD 60 million
24% of total trade of total trade
Increasing
USD 45 million
18% of total trade of total trade
Stable
USD 40 million
16% of total trade of total trade
Increasing
USD 30 million
12% of total trade of total trade
Increasing
USD 25 million
10% of total trade of total trade
Stable
Average Rate
5.2%
Highest Rate
12% (applied by certain developing countries to protect local industries)
Lowest Rate
0% (under free trade agreements like EU Single Market or USMCA)
Rising demand for automated poultry equipment
Increased exports of high-tech incubators and brooders from developed countries to emerging markets with growing poultry sectors.
2021-2022
Shift towards energy-efficient models
Manufacturers are focusing on sustainable designs, influencing trade patterns as buyers prefer eco-friendly equipment with lower operational costs.
2020-2022
Growth in poultry farming in Africa and Asia
Significant rise in imports of affordable incubators and brooders in regions with expanding agricultural sectors, boosting trade volumes for exporters like China.
2019-2022
The European Union implemented new regulations for poultry equipment, focusing on energy efficiency and animal welfare standards for incubators and brooders.
January 2023
Exporters to the EU must adapt to comply with these standards, potentially increasing production costs but also creating opportunities for high-quality equipment manufacturers.
A bilateral agreement reduced tariffs on certain agricultural machinery, including poultry incubators, between the US and China as part of broader trade negotiations.
March 2022
This has led to a surge in exports from the US to China, benefiting American manufacturers and increasing market access.
Leading manufacturers in the Netherlands and Germany unveiled new IoT-enabled incubators with remote monitoring capabilities at a major agricultural expo.
September 2022
This innovation is expected to drive demand for premium equipment, further solidifying the market position of European exporters.