HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 0206.80 – Offal, edible; of sheep, goats, horses, asses, mules or hinnies, fresh or chilled
HS code 0206.80 is the 6-digit subheading for offal, edible, of sheep, goats, horses, asses, mules or hinnies, fresh or chilled. It is used for fresh lamb liver, chilled goat heart, fresh horse tongue, chilled sheep kidney and fresh lamb tripe.
What HS 0206.80 covers
This HS code encompasses fresh or chilled edible offal from sheep, goats, horses, asses, mules, or hinnies. This category serves niche markets driven by specific cultural, religious, or culinary preferences, particularly in regions where these animals are traditionally consumed. Trade volumes might be smaller compared to pork or poultry offal, but they are vital for satisfying specialized demand. Importers are often countries in the Middle East, North Africa, and parts of Asia, where lamb, goat, or horse offal are staples. Exporters typically include countries with significant livestock populations of these animals, such as Australia, New Zealand, and certain European nations. Maintaining a strict cold chain is paramount due to the perishable nature of fresh/chilled products, along with adherence to veterinary and sanitary regulations.
- Covers
- Fresh lamb liver
- Chilled goat heart
- Fresh horse tongue
- Chilled sheep kidney
- Fresh lamb tripe
- Chilled goat brain
- Fresh goat intestines
- Examples
- Australian Lamb Company fresh lamb liver
- New Zealand chilled goat heart
- local butcher fresh horse tongue
Codes often confused with 0206.80
Common mistake. Could be confused with 020690 (frozen offal of these animals) if the fresh/chilled distinction is missed, or 0204 (fresh/chilled sheep/goat meat) if not clearly offal.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 020680, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 020680 in UN Comtrade data was the United Kingdom, with 42% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was France, with 62% 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 Kingdom $25M 42% of world exports
- 2 Ireland $11M 19% of world exports
- 3 France $7.7M 13% of world exports
World total: $59M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 France $24M 62% of world imports
- 2 Germany $3.3M 8.7% of world imports
- 3 Italy $1.6M 4.2% of world imports
World total: $38M 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 0206.80
Brazil does not split HS 0206.80: its NCM code is 0206.80.00.
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 0206.80
What is HS code 020680?
HS code 020680 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Offal, edible; of sheep, goats, horses, asses, mules or hinnies, fresh or chilled. This HS code encompasses fresh or chilled edible offal from sheep, goats, horses, asses, mules, or hinnies. This category serves niche markets driven by specific cultural, religious, or culinary preferences, particularly in regions where these animals are traditionally consumed. Trade volumes might be smaller compared to pork or poultry offal, but they are vital for satisfying specialized demand. Importers are often countries in the Middle East, North Africa, and parts of Asia, where lamb, goat, or horse offal are staples. Exporters typically include countries with significant livestock populations of these animals, such as Australia, New Zealand, and certain European nations. Maintaining a strict cold chain is paramount due to the perishable nature of fresh/chilled products, along with adherence to veterinary and sanitary regulations.
What products fall under HS code 020680?
Fresh lamb liver, chilled goat heart, fresh horse tongue, chilled sheep kidney, fresh lamb tripe, chilled goat brain, fresh goat intestines
What are common misclassifications for HS code 020680?
Could be confused with 020690 (frozen offal of these animals) if the fresh/chilled distinction is missed, or 0204 (fresh/chilled sheep/goat meat) if not clearly offal.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 020680?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 020680 in UN Comtrade data were the United Kingdom ($25M, 42% of world exports), Ireland ($11M) and France ($7.7M). World exports came to about $59M, 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 020680?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 020680 in UN Comtrade data were France ($24M, 62% of world imports), Germany ($3.3M) and Italy ($1.6M). World imports came to about $38M, 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 020680 structured?
HS code 020680 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 (80) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 020680?
In Brazil, HS code 020680 is NCM 0206.80.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.