HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 0204.42 – Meat; of sheep (including lamb), cuts with bone in (excluding carcasses and half-carcasses), frozen
HS code 0204.42 is the 6-digit subheading for meat, of sheep (including lamb), cuts with bone in (excluding carcasses and half-carcasses), frozen. It is used for frozen lamb chops, frozen mutton shanks, frozen lamb shoulders (bone-in), frozen mutton ribs and frozen lamb legs (bone-in).
What HS 0204.42 covers
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.
- Covers
- 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
- Examples
- Silver Fern Farms frozen lamb chops
- Alliance Group frozen mutton shanks
- Australian Lamb Company frozen bone-in legs
Codes often confused with 0204.42
Common mistake. Can be confused with 020443 (boneless cuts) because both are cuts, but 020442 specifically includes the bone, which impacts weight, processing, and culinary application.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 020442, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 020442 in UN Comtrade data was New Zealand, with 45% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was China, with 29% 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 New Zealand $1.7B 45% of world exports
- 2 Australia $1.6B 44% of world exports
- 3 Netherlands $115M 3.1% of world exports
World total: $3.7B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 China $1.1B 29% of world imports
- 2 United States $509M 14% of world imports
- 3 United Kingdom $293M 7.9% of world imports
World total: $3.7B 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 0204.42
Brazil does not split HS 0204.42: its NCM code is 0204.42.00.
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 0204.42
What is HS code 020442?
HS code 020442 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that 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.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 020442?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 020442 in UN Comtrade data were New Zealand ($1.7B, 45% of world exports), Australia ($1.6B) and the Netherlands ($115M). World exports came to about $3.7B, 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 020442?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 020442 in UN Comtrade data were China ($1.1B, 29% of world imports), the United States ($509M) and the United Kingdom ($293M). World imports came to about $3.7B, 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 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.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 020442?
In Brazil, HS code 020442 is NCM 0204.42.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.