About HS Code 020629
This broad category encompasses all other frozen edible bovine offal, excluding tongues (020621) and livers (020622). It includes a wide array of products like hearts, kidneys, tripe, oxtails, and brains, each with specific culinary uses and market demands. International trade in these "other" offals is driven by diverse cultural preferences and the desire to utilize the entire animal, maximizing value for producers. Exporters from major beef-producing countries supply these specialized markets, requiring robust cold chain management and adherence to varying import regulations. This category highlights the global demand for variety meats beyond the most common cuts, reflecting a commitment to sustainable and comprehensive animal utilization.
Products Under This Code
Frozen beef hearts, frozen beef kidneys, frozen beef tripe, frozen beef oxtails, frozen beef brains, frozen beef sweetbreads, frozen beef cheek meat
Real World Examples
JBS frozen beef hearts, Cargill frozen beef tripe, Tyson frozen beef oxtails
Common Misclassification
This is a residual category, so misclassification often occurs when specific offal like tongues or livers are incorrectly placed here, or when fresh/chilled offal (020610) is declared as frozen.
Products Classified Under 0206.29
Industry
This code belongs to the Agriculture & Live Animals industry.
Trade Overview
The United States, Brazil, and Australia are major exporters, with Mexico, Japan, and South Korea being significant importers.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is HS code 020629?
HS code 020629 covers: Offal, edible; of bovine animals, (other than tongues and livers), frozen. This broad category encompasses all other frozen edible bovine offal, excluding tongues (020621) and livers (020622). It includes a wide array of products like hearts, kidneys, tripe, oxtails, and brains, each with specific culinary uses and market demands. International trade in these "other" offals is driven by diverse cultural preferences and the desire to utilize the entire animal, maximizing value for producers. Exporters from major beef-producing countries supply these specialized markets, requiring robust cold chain management and adherence to varying import regulations. This category highlights the global demand for variety meats beyond the most common cuts, reflecting a commitment to sustainable and comprehensive animal utilization.
What products fall under HS code 020629?
Frozen beef hearts, frozen beef kidneys, frozen beef tripe, frozen beef oxtails, frozen beef brains, frozen beef sweetbreads, frozen beef cheek meat
What are common misclassifications for HS code 020629?
This is a residual category, so misclassification often occurs when specific offal like tongues or livers are incorrectly placed here, or when fresh/chilled offal (020610) is declared as frozen.
How is HS code 020629 structured?
HS code 020629 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 (29) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.