About HS Code 020690
This HS code covers frozen edible offal from sheep, goats, horses, asses, mules, or hinnies. Freezing extends the shelf life of these specialized offal products, enabling their global distribution to markets where they are valued for traditional dishes, specialty cuisine, or religious dietary requirements. Trade in these items is often driven by cultural demand and the need for a consistent supply that fresh products cannot always guarantee. Importers typically include countries in the Middle East, North Africa, and parts of Asia, as well as some European nations. Exporters are generally countries with large sheep, goat, or horse populations and established meat processing industries. Key aspects of trade involve maintaining the cold chain, ensuring proper packaging to prevent quality degradation, and complying with international veterinary and food safety standards.
Products Under This Code
Frozen lamb liver, frozen goat heart, frozen horse kidney, frozen sheep tongue, frozen lamb tripe, frozen goat brain, frozen sheep intestines
Real World Examples
Silver Fern Farms frozen lamb liver, Alliance Group frozen sheep kidney, Australian Lamb Company frozen lamb tripe
Common Misclassification
Often confused with 020680 (fresh/chilled offal of these animals) due to similar product types but different preservation, or 0204 (frozen sheep/goat meat) if not clearly offal.
Products Classified Under 0206.90
Industry
This code belongs to the Agriculture & Live Animals industry.
Trade Overview
Top importers include Middle Eastern countries, China, and some EU nations; leading exporters are Australia, New Zealand, and the UK.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is HS code 020690?
HS code 020690 covers: Offal, edible; of sheep, goats, horses, asses, mules or hinnies, frozen. This HS code covers frozen edible offal from sheep, goats, horses, asses, mules, or hinnies. Freezing extends the shelf life of these specialized offal products, enabling their global distribution to markets where they are valued for traditional dishes, specialty cuisine, or religious dietary requirements. Trade in these items is often driven by cultural demand and the need for a consistent supply that fresh products cannot always guarantee. Importers typically include countries in the Middle East, North Africa, and parts of Asia, as well as some European nations. Exporters are generally countries with large sheep, goat, or horse populations and established meat processing industries. Key aspects of trade involve maintaining the cold chain, ensuring proper packaging to prevent quality degradation, and complying with international veterinary and food safety standards.
What products fall under HS code 020690?
Frozen lamb liver, frozen goat heart, frozen horse kidney, frozen sheep tongue, frozen lamb tripe, frozen goat brain, frozen sheep intestines
What are common misclassifications for HS code 020690?
Often confused with 020680 (fresh/chilled offal of these animals) due to similar product types but different preservation, or 0204 (frozen sheep/goat meat) if not clearly offal.
How is HS code 020690 structured?
HS code 020690 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 (90) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.