HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 0204.30 – Meat; of sheep, lamb carcasses and half-carcasses, frozen
HS code 0204.30 is the 6-digit subheading for meat, of sheep, lamb carcasses and half-carcasses, frozen. It is used for frozen lamb carcasses, frozen lamb half-carcasses, whole frozen lambs, frozen lamb sides and frozen young sheep carcasses.
What HS 0204.30 covers
This HS code specifically covers frozen lamb carcasses and half-carcasses, a significant commodity in the global meat trade. Lamb, being the meat of young sheep, is highly prized for its tenderness and mild flavor, making it a premium product. Major exporters are typically countries with vast sheep farming industries, such as Australia and New Zealand, which have established efficient cold chain logistics to preserve quality during long-distance shipping. Importers include countries with strong culinary traditions for lamb, like those in the Middle East and parts of Europe, as well as growing markets in Asia. Key considerations in this trade involve adherence to halal or kosher standards, veterinary certifications, and maintaining consistent freezing temperatures to ensure food safety and product integrity upon arrival.
- Covers
- Frozen lamb carcasses
- Frozen lamb half-carcasses
- Whole frozen lambs
- Frozen lamb sides
- Frozen young sheep carcasses
- Examples
- Silver Fern Farms frozen lamb
- Alliance Group frozen lamb
- Australian Lamb Company frozen lamb
Codes often confused with 0204.30
Common mistake. This code can be confused with 020441 (frozen sheep carcasses, excluding lamb) or 020442 (frozen lamb cuts with bone in), as the distinction lies in the age of the animal and the level of processing.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 020430, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 020430 in UN Comtrade data was Australia, with 53% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 19% of world imports. Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Australia $62M 53% of world exports
- 2 New Zealand $20M 17% of world exports
- 3 Uruguay $5.2M 4.5% of world exports
World total: $117M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $32M 19% of world imports
- 2 France $20M 12% of world imports
- 3 Germany $11M 6.9% of world imports
World total: $166M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
How these figures are built
109 countries reported 2025 trade to UN Comtrade in HS 2022, and their own totals are used. Countries that did not report are estimated from what other countries recorded trading with them. Those estimates miss trade with other non-reporting countries, so they can be low, and a non-reporting country can rank higher than shown or be missing from the list. World totals add both and leave out trade between two non-reporting countries. Figures are in current US dollars; reported imports are mostly valued CIF and exports FOB, and exports include re-exports. The UN Comtrade links show the underlying records; they can also list a few reporters left out here (regional groups and older HS editions).
Source: UN Comtrade (United Nations Statistics Division), 2025 annual data.
Brazil NCM code for 0204.30
Brazil does not split HS 0204.30: its NCM code is 0204.30.00.
- 0204.30.00 Frozen lamb carcasses and half-carcassesCarcaças e meias-carcaças de cordeiro, congeladas
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 02.04 →
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.
Questions about HS 0204.30
What is HS code 020430?
HS code 020430 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Meat; of sheep, lamb carcasses and half-carcasses, frozen. This HS code specifically covers frozen lamb carcasses and half-carcasses, a significant commodity in the global meat trade. Lamb, being the meat of young sheep, is highly prized for its tenderness and mild flavor, making it a premium product. Major exporters are typically countries with vast sheep farming industries, such as Australia and New Zealand, which have established efficient cold chain logistics to preserve quality during long-distance shipping. Importers include countries with strong culinary traditions for lamb, like those in the Middle East and parts of Europe, as well as growing markets in Asia. Key considerations in this trade involve adherence to halal or kosher standards, veterinary certifications, and maintaining consistent freezing temperatures to ensure food safety and product integrity upon arrival.
What products fall under HS code 020430?
Frozen lamb carcasses, frozen lamb half-carcasses, whole frozen lambs, frozen lamb sides, frozen young sheep carcasses
What are common misclassifications for HS code 020430?
This code can be confused with 020441 (frozen sheep carcasses, excluding lamb) or 020442 (frozen lamb cuts with bone in), as the distinction lies in the age of the animal and the level of processing.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 020430?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 020430 in UN Comtrade data were Australia ($62M, 53% of world exports), New Zealand ($20M) and Uruguay ($5.2M). World exports came to about $117M, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Which countries are the top importers of goods under HS code 020430?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 020430 in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($32M, 19% of world imports), France ($20M) and Germany ($11M). World imports came to about $166M, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
How is HS code 020430 structured?
HS code 020430 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (02) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (04) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (30) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 020430?
In Brazil, HS code 020430 is NCM 0204.30.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.