HS Code Subheading

Meat and edible offal; of turkeys, not cut in pieces, fresh or chilled

0207.24 Subheading
Section I — live animals; animal products

About HS Code 020724

This HS code pertains to whole, fresh or chilled turkeys that have not been cut into pieces. While often associated with specific holiday seasons in some Western countries, whole turkeys are traded globally for various culinary uses, including roasting and further processing. The trade involves careful handling due to the bird's size and perishability, necessitating efficient cold chain logistics from farm to market. Importers typically include countries with a cultural tradition of turkey consumption or those looking to diversify their poultry supply. Exporters are major turkey-producing nations with robust processing and chilling capabilities. Strict adherence to food safety regulations, veterinary health certificates, and maintaining optimal temperature control are crucial for successful international trade in these products.

Products Under This Code

Whole fresh turkey, whole chilled turkey hen, whole fresh turkey tom, whole chilled young turkey, whole fresh broiler turkey

Real World Examples

Butterball Fresh Whole Turkey, Jennie-O Chilled Whole Turkey, Norbest Fresh Whole Turkey

Common Misclassification

Can be confused with 020725 (whole frozen turkeys) if the fresh/chilled aspect is overlooked, or 020726 (fresh/chilled turkey cuts and offal) if the product is not a whole bird.

Products Classified Under 0207.24

Fresh whole turkeyChilled whole turkey

Related Codes

0207.11 Meat and edible offal; of fowls of the species Gallus domesticus, not cut in pieces, fresh or chilled 0207.12 Meat and edible offal; of fowls of the species Gallus domesticus, not cut in pieces, frozen 0207.13 Meat and edible offal; of fowls of the species Gallus domesticus, cuts and offal, fresh or chilled 0207.14 Meat and edible offal; of fowls of the species Gallus domesticus, cuts and offal, frozen 0207.25 Meat and edible offal; of turkeys, not cut in pieces, frozen 0207.26 Meat and edible offal; of turkeys, cuts and offal, fresh or chilled 0207.27 Meat and edible offal; of turkeys, cuts and offal, frozen 0207.41 Meat and edible offal; of ducks, not cut in pieces, fresh or chilled 0207.42 Meat and edible offal; of ducks, not cut in pieces, frozen 0207.43 Meat and edible offal; of ducks, fatty livers (foie gras), fresh or chilled

Industry

This code belongs to the Agriculture & Live Animals industry.

Trade Overview

Top importers include Mexico, Canada, and the UK; major exporters are the USA, Brazil, and the EU (Germany, France).

Frequently Asked Questions

What is HS code 020724?

HS code 020724 covers: Meat and edible offal; of turkeys, not cut in pieces, fresh or chilled. This HS code pertains to whole, fresh or chilled turkeys that have not been cut into pieces. While often associated with specific holiday seasons in some Western countries, whole turkeys are traded globally for various culinary uses, including roasting and further processing. The trade involves careful handling due to the bird's size and perishability, necessitating efficient cold chain logistics from farm to market. Importers typically include countries with a cultural tradition of turkey consumption or those looking to diversify their poultry supply. Exporters are major turkey-producing nations with robust processing and chilling capabilities. Strict adherence to food safety regulations, veterinary health certificates, and maintaining optimal temperature control are crucial for successful international trade in these products.

What products fall under HS code 020724?

Whole fresh turkey, whole chilled turkey hen, whole fresh turkey tom, whole chilled young turkey, whole fresh broiler turkey

What are common misclassifications for HS code 020724?

Can be confused with 020725 (whole frozen turkeys) if the fresh/chilled aspect is overlooked, or 020726 (fresh/chilled turkey cuts and offal) if the product is not a whole bird.

How is HS code 020724 structured?

HS code 020724 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (02) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (07) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (24) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.