HS Code Subheading

Meat; of sheep (including lamb), cuts with bone in (excluding carcasses and half-carcasses), frozen

0204.42 Subheading
Section I — live animals; animal products

About HS Code 020442

This HS code covers frozen bone-in cuts of sheep meat, including both lamb and mutton, but specifically excludes whole or half carcasses. This segment is crucial in global trade as bone-in cuts are highly valued for their flavor-enhancing properties during cooking and are preferred in many traditional cuisines. Products range from chops and shanks to bone-in legs and shoulders, catering to diverse consumer preferences. Exporters, typically from major sheep-producing nations, focus on precision butchery and advanced freezing techniques to maintain the quality and integrity of these cuts. Importers include a wide array of markets, from retail and food service sectors to specialized ethnic grocery stores, all seeking specific cuts for their culinary needs.

Products Under This Code

Frozen lamb chops, frozen mutton shanks, frozen lamb shoulders (bone-in), frozen mutton ribs, frozen lamb legs (bone-in), frozen sheep neck (bone-in), frozen lamb racks

Real World Examples

Silver Fern Farms frozen lamb chops, Alliance Group frozen mutton shanks, Australian Lamb Company frozen bone-in legs

Common Misclassification

Can be confused with 020443 (boneless cuts) because both are cuts, but 020442 specifically includes the bone, which impacts weight, processing, and culinary application.

Products Classified Under 0204.42

Frozen bone-in lamb cutsFrozen bone-in mutton cuts

Related Codes

0204.10 Meat; of sheep, lamb carcasses and half-carcasses, fresh or chilled 0204.21 Meat; of sheep, carcasses and half-carcasses (excluding carcasses and half-carcasses of lamb), fresh or chilled 0204.22 Meat; of sheep (including lamb), cuts with bone in (excluding carcasses and half-carcasses), fresh or chilled 0204.23 Meat; of sheep (including lamb), boneless cuts, fresh or chilled 0204.30 Meat; of sheep, lamb carcasses and half-carcasses, frozen 0204.41 Meat; of sheep, carcasses and half-carcasses (excluding carcasses and half-carcasses of lamb), frozen 0204.43 Meat; of sheep (including lamb), boneless cuts, frozen 0204.50 Meat; of goats, fresh, chilled or frozen

Industry

This code belongs to the Agriculture & Live Animals industry.

Trade Overview

Australia and New Zealand are leading exporters, while China, the EU, and the Middle East are key importing regions.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is HS code 020442?

HS code 020442 covers: Meat; of sheep (including lamb), cuts with bone in (excluding carcasses and half-carcasses), frozen. This HS code covers frozen bone-in cuts of sheep meat, including both lamb and mutton, but specifically excludes whole or half carcasses. This segment is crucial in global trade as bone-in cuts are highly valued for their flavor-enhancing properties during cooking and are preferred in many traditional cuisines. Products range from chops and shanks to bone-in legs and shoulders, catering to diverse consumer preferences. Exporters, typically from major sheep-producing nations, focus on precision butchery and advanced freezing techniques to maintain the quality and integrity of these cuts. Importers include a wide array of markets, from retail and food service sectors to specialized ethnic grocery stores, all seeking specific cuts for their culinary needs.

What products fall under HS code 020442?

Frozen lamb chops, frozen mutton shanks, frozen lamb shoulders (bone-in), frozen mutton ribs, frozen lamb legs (bone-in), frozen sheep neck (bone-in), frozen lamb racks

What are common misclassifications for HS code 020442?

Can be confused with 020443 (boneless cuts) because both are cuts, but 020442 specifically includes the bone, which impacts weight, processing, and culinary application.

How is HS code 020442 structured?

HS code 020442 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 (42) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.