HS Code 970521: Collections and collectors' pieces; of zoological, botanical, mineralogical, anatomical or palaeontological interest, human specimens and parts thereof

Q: Is HS code 970521 the same in every country?

Yes — HS code 970521 is part of the WCO Harmonized System and is the same in every WCO member country at the 6-digit level. Beyond 6 digits, each country extends the code under its own system (e.g. HTSUS in the US, CN/TARIC in the EU, HSK in Korea, CCCHS in China) for national tariff rates and trade statistics. To see how a specific country classifies this code, select a country.

Q: Which WCO edition does HS code 970521 belong to, and has it been reclassified?

The Harmonized System is maintained by the World Customs Organization (WCO) and revised approximately every five years. The current edition is HS 2022, which replaced HS 2017 on 1 January 2022. Codes are added, merged, or split between editions to reflect new products and trade patterns, so a code valid in one edition may not exist or may mean something different in another.

Q: How do I find the correct country-specific version of HS code 970521?

Beyond the international 6-digit level, each country adds its own digits — the US extends to 10 digits (HTSUS), the EU to 8 or 10 (CN/TARIC), China to 13 (CCCHS), Korea to 10 (HSK), Japan to 9, and so on. To find the full code used by a specific country, select a country in TradeInt's HS Code Tool and search for 970521.

What is HS Code 970521

HS Code 970521 covers Collections and collectors' pieces; of zoological, botanical, mineralogical, anatomical or palaeontological interest, human specimens and parts thereof. It is a 6-digit subheading — the deepest level of the international HS — within: · Section XXI — Works of art, collectors'' pieces and antiques · Chapter 97 — Works of art, collectors' pieces and antiques · Heading 9705 — Collections and collectors' pieces; of archaeological, ethnographic, historical, zoological, botanical, mineralogical, anatomical, palaeontological or numismatic interest. At 6 digits, this code is the same in every HS-adopting country. From digit 7 onward, each country extends it.

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What does HS Code 970521 Collections and collectors' pieces; of zoological, botanical, mineralogical, anatomical or palaeontological interest, human specimens and parts thereof Cover?

Section XXI

Chapters (97) Works of art, collectors'' pieces and antiques

Chapter 97

Works of art, collectors' pieces and antiques

HS Code 9705

Collections and collectors' pieces; of archaeological, ethnographic, historical, zoological, botanical, mineralogical, anatomical, palaeontological or numismatic interest

HS Code 970521

Collections and collectors' pieces; of zoological, botanical, mineralogical, anatomical or palaeontological interest, human specimens and parts thereof

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What HS Codes for Art and Antiques Do Not Cover

Chapter 97 covers paintings, sculptures, original engravings, postage stamps for collectors, antiques over 100 years old, and similar items. Goods frequently misclassified here but that belong elsewhere include:

Mass-produced reproductions and prints

Chapter 49

Decorative articles less than 100 years old (not original art)

varies by material

Used or vintage furniture less than 100 years old

Chapter 94

Modern jewelry of precious metal

Chapter 71

This list highlights common classification errors only — it is not exhaustive. For binding classification, work with a licensed customs broker or qualified trade compliance professional.

Top Trading Countries for Human Specimen Collections HS 970521

Russian Federation

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United States of America

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Mexico

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Germany

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China

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Argentina

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Hong Kong, China Special Administrative Region

Frequently Asked Questions

What is HS code 970521?

HS code 970521 covers Collections and collectors' pieces; of zoological, botanical, mineralogical, anatomical or palaeontological interest, human specimens and parts thereof under the WCO Harmonized System. It belongs to Chapter 97 (Works of art, collectors' pieces and antiques), Heading 9705, and represents the most specific level of classification that is harmonized internationally.

Is HS code 970521 the same in every country?

Which WCO edition does HS code 970521 belong to, and has it been reclassified?

How do I find the correct country-specific version of HS code 970521?