HS Code Subheading

Meat and edible offal; of turkeys, cuts and offal, fresh or chilled

0207.26 Subheading
Section I — live animals; animal products

About HS Code 020726

This category encompasses fresh or chilled turkey parts and edible offal, excluding whole birds. These products are highly valued in international trade for their versatility and convenience, catering to both retail consumers and the food service industry. Unlike frozen counterparts, their shorter shelf life necessitates efficient logistics and rapid distribution, often involving just-in-time delivery systems. Key players in this trade include countries with advanced poultry processing capabilities and strong domestic consumption, such as the United States and various European nations. The trade in fresh/chilled turkey cuts is driven by consumer preference for fresh meat and the demand from restaurants and caterers for specific, ready-to-cook portions. Strict hygiene and temperature controls are paramount to ensure food safety and quality across borders.

Products Under This Code

Fresh turkey breast, chilled turkey thighs, fresh turkey wings, chilled turkey drumsticks, fresh turkey liver, chilled turkey gizzards, fresh turkey necks

Real World Examples

Perdue Fresh Turkey Breast, Butterball Fresh Turkey Wings, Shady Brook Farms Fresh Turkey Drumsticks

Common Misclassification

Often confused with 020727 (frozen cuts and offal) due to similar product types, but the distinction is 'fresh or chilled' versus 'frozen'.

Products Classified Under 0207.26

Fresh turkey cutsChilled turkey offal

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 0207.24 Meat and edible offal; of turkeys, not cut in pieces, fresh or chilled 0207.25 Meat and edible offal; of turkeys, not cut in pieces, frozen 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

The EU and Mexico are major importers, with the US and Brazil being key exporters of these fresh/chilled turkey products.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is HS code 020726?

HS code 020726 covers: Meat and edible offal; of turkeys, cuts and offal, fresh or chilled. This category encompasses fresh or chilled turkey parts and edible offal, excluding whole birds. These products are highly valued in international trade for their versatility and convenience, catering to both retail consumers and the food service industry. Unlike frozen counterparts, their shorter shelf life necessitates efficient logistics and rapid distribution, often involving just-in-time delivery systems. Key players in this trade include countries with advanced poultry processing capabilities and strong domestic consumption, such as the United States and various European nations. The trade in fresh/chilled turkey cuts is driven by consumer preference for fresh meat and the demand from restaurants and caterers for specific, ready-to-cook portions. Strict hygiene and temperature controls are paramount to ensure food safety and quality across borders.

What products fall under HS code 020726?

Fresh turkey breast, chilled turkey thighs, fresh turkey wings, chilled turkey drumsticks, fresh turkey liver, chilled turkey gizzards, fresh turkey necks

What are common misclassifications for HS code 020726?

Often confused with 020727 (frozen cuts and offal) due to similar product types, but the distinction is 'fresh or chilled' versus 'frozen'.

How is HS code 020726 structured?

HS code 020726 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 (26) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.