HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 0204.43 – Meat; of sheep (including lamb), boneless cuts, frozen
HS code 0204.43 is the 6-digit subheading for meat, of sheep (including lamb), boneless cuts, frozen. It is used for frozen boneless lamb leg, frozen boneless mutton shoulder, frozen lamb loin, frozen diced lamb and frozen ground lamb.
What HS 0204.43 covers
This code designates frozen boneless cuts of sheep meat, encompassing both lamb and mutton. This category represents a premium and highly versatile product in international trade, offering convenience and reduced waste for both consumers and food processors. Boneless cuts are ideal for a wide range of culinary applications, from stir-fries and curries to roasts and ground meat products. Major exporters prioritize efficient deboning, trimming, and rapid freezing to ensure consistent quality and extended shelf life. Importers, including supermarkets, restaurants, and food manufacturers, value these cuts for their ease of preparation, portion control, and adaptability to various global cuisines, driving significant demand in developed markets.
- Covers
- Frozen boneless lamb leg
- Frozen boneless mutton shoulder
- Frozen lamb loin
- Frozen diced lamb
- Frozen ground lamb
- Frozen boneless lamb stew meat
- Frozen lamb tenderloin
- Examples
- Silver Fern Farms boneless lamb leg
- Alliance Group boneless mutton shoulder
- Australian Lamb Company diced lamb
Codes often confused with 0204.43
Common mistake. Often confused with 020442 (bone-in cuts) due to both being "cuts," but the absence of bone in 020443 significantly changes its classification, value, and processing requirements.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 020443, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 020443 in UN Comtrade data was Australia, with 50% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 16% 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 $668M 50% of world exports
- 2 New Zealand $382M 28% of world exports
- 3 Netherlands $107M 7.9% of world exports
World total: $1.3B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $206M 16% of world imports
- 2 United Kingdom $182M 14% of world imports
- 3 Netherlands $118M 9.0% of world imports
World total: $1.3B 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 0204.43
Brazil does not split HS 0204.43: its NCM code is 0204.43.00.
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 0204.43
What is HS code 020443?
HS code 020443 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Meat; of sheep (including lamb), boneless cuts, frozen. This code designates frozen boneless cuts of sheep meat, encompassing both lamb and mutton. This category represents a premium and highly versatile product in international trade, offering convenience and reduced waste for both consumers and food processors. Boneless cuts are ideal for a wide range of culinary applications, from stir-fries and curries to roasts and ground meat products. Major exporters prioritize efficient deboning, trimming, and rapid freezing to ensure consistent quality and extended shelf life. Importers, including supermarkets, restaurants, and food manufacturers, value these cuts for their ease of preparation, portion control, and adaptability to various global cuisines, driving significant demand in developed markets.
What products fall under HS code 020443?
Frozen boneless lamb leg, frozen boneless mutton shoulder, frozen lamb loin, frozen diced lamb, frozen ground lamb, frozen boneless lamb stew meat, frozen lamb tenderloin
What are common misclassifications for HS code 020443?
Often confused with 020442 (bone-in cuts) due to both being "cuts," but the absence of bone in 020443 significantly changes its classification, value, and processing requirements.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 020443?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 020443 in UN Comtrade data were Australia ($668M, 50% of world exports), New Zealand ($382M) and the Netherlands ($107M). World exports came to about $1.3B, 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 020443?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 020443 in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($206M, 16% of world imports), the United Kingdom ($182M) and the Netherlands ($118M). World imports came to about $1.3B, 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 020443 structured?
HS code 020443 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 (43) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 020443?
In Brazil, HS code 020443 is NCM 0204.43.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.