HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 0206.10 – Offal, edible; of bovine animals, fresh or chilled
HS code 0206.10 is the 6-digit subheading for offal, edible, of bovine animals, fresh or chilled. It is used for fresh beef liver, chilled beef heart, fresh beef kidneys, chilled beef tongue and fresh beef tripe.
What HS 0206.10 covers
This HS code covers fresh or chilled edible offal from bovine animals, often referred to as "variety meats." These products, including organs like liver, heart, kidneys, and tongue, are highly valued in many cuisines globally for their nutritional content and distinct flavors. International trade in fresh/chilled offal requires rapid logistics and stringent temperature control to maintain freshness and prevent spoilage, given their perishable nature. Exporters typically come from major beef-producing nations, leveraging their processing capabilities to supply these specialized products. Importers include countries with strong culinary traditions that utilize offal, as well as those seeking cost-effective protein sources, particularly in Asian and Latin American markets.
- Covers
- Fresh beef liver
- Chilled beef heart
- Fresh beef kidneys
- Chilled beef tongue
- Fresh beef tripe
- Chilled beef oxtail
- Fresh beef brains
- Examples
- Tyson Fresh Meats beef liver
- JBS beef heart
- Cargill beef tongue
Codes often confused with 0206.10
Common mistake. Could be confused with frozen bovine offal (02062x series) if the temperature state is not accurately declared, or with offal from other animals (e.g., 020630 for swine offal).
Top exporters and importers of HS code 020610, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 020610 in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 30% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Japan, with 51% 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 United States $364M 30% of world exports
- 2 Australia $147M 12% of world exports
- 3 Canada $134M 11% of world exports
World total: $1.2B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Japan $711M 51% of world imports
- 2 France $180M 13% of world imports
- 3 United States $170M 12% of world imports
World total: $1.4B 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 0206.10
Brazil does not split HS 0206.10: its NCM code is 0206.10.00.
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 02.06 →
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.
Questions about HS 0206.10
What is HS code 020610?
HS code 020610 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Offal, edible; of bovine animals, fresh or chilled. This HS code covers fresh or chilled edible offal from bovine animals, often referred to as "variety meats." These products, including organs like liver, heart, kidneys, and tongue, are highly valued in many cuisines globally for their nutritional content and distinct flavors. International trade in fresh/chilled offal requires rapid logistics and stringent temperature control to maintain freshness and prevent spoilage, given their perishable nature. Exporters typically come from major beef-producing nations, leveraging their processing capabilities to supply these specialized products. Importers include countries with strong culinary traditions that utilize offal, as well as those seeking cost-effective protein sources, particularly in Asian and Latin American markets.
What products fall under HS code 020610?
Fresh beef liver, chilled beef heart, fresh beef kidneys, chilled beef tongue, fresh beef tripe, chilled beef oxtail, fresh beef brains
What are common misclassifications for HS code 020610?
Could be confused with frozen bovine offal (02062x series) if the temperature state is not accurately declared, or with offal from other animals (e.g., 020630 for swine offal).
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 020610?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 020610 in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($364M, 30% of world exports), Australia ($147M) and Canada ($134M). World exports came to about $1.2B, 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 020610?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 020610 in UN Comtrade data were Japan ($711M, 51% of world imports), France ($180M) and the United States ($170M). World imports came to about $1.4B, 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 020610 structured?
HS code 020610 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (02) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (06) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (10) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 020610?
In Brazil, HS code 020610 is NCM 0206.10.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.