HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 0206.29 – Offal, edible; of bovine animals, (other than tongues and livers), frozen
HS code 0206.29 is the 6-digit subheading for offal, edible, of bovine animals, (other than tongues and livers), frozen. It is used for frozen beef hearts, frozen beef kidneys, frozen beef tripe, frozen beef oxtails and frozen beef brains.
What HS 0206.29 covers
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.
- Covers
- Frozen beef hearts
- Frozen beef kidneys
- Frozen beef tripe
- Frozen beef oxtails
- Frozen beef brains
- Frozen beef sweetbreads
- Frozen beef cheek meat
- Examples
- JBS frozen beef hearts
- Cargill frozen beef tripe
- Tyson frozen beef oxtails
Codes often confused with 0206.29
Common mistake. 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.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 020629, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 020629 in UN Comtrade data was Australia, with 15% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Hong Kong, with 17% 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 $493M 15% of world exports
- 2 United States $406M 13% of world exports
- 3 Brazil $374M 12% of world exports
World total: $3.2B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Hong Kong $548M 17% of world imports
- 2 Vietnam* ~$505M 16% of world imports · partner records ↗
- 3 United States $389M 12% of world imports
World total: $3.1B 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 marked * did not, so their figures add up what other countries recorded trading with them, and their exports are valued at buyers' CIF prices. 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 codes for 0206.29 2
Brazil splits HS 0206.29 into 2 NCM codes, Mercosur's 8-digit tariff lines.
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 0206.29
What is HS code 020629?
HS code 020629 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that 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.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 020629?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 020629 in UN Comtrade data were Australia ($493M, 15% of world exports), the United States ($406M) and Brazil ($374M). World exports came to about $3.2B, 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 020629?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 020629 in UN Comtrade data were Hong Kong ($548M, 17% of world imports), Vietnam (about $505M) and the United States ($389M). World imports came to about $3.1B, 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 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.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 020629?
Brazil splits HS code 020629 into 2 NCM codes: 0206.29.10 (Frozen bovine tails (oxtails)), 0206.29.90 (Other frozen edible bovine offal). The first 6 digits of each match the HS code.