HS Code for Camel meat

Camel meat is classified under HS code 020860. This classification is found in Chapter 2, which covers meat and edible meat offal. Heading 0208 is reserved for 'other' meat and edible meat offal, fresh, chilled, or frozen, which are not covered by the more specific headings like 0201 (beef), 0203 (pork), or 0204 (lamb). Subheading 0208.60 specifically identifies meat from camels and other camelids, such as dromedaries, bactrian camels, llamas, and alpacas. This code applies regardless of whether the meat is a primary cut or offal, provided it is in a fresh, chilled, or frozen state and has not been further processed beyond basic butchery.

Products Included

• Fresh camel steaks and fillets
• Frozen camel carcasses or half-carcasses
• Chilled camel edible offal (liver, heart, etc.)
• Frozen minced camel meat (without additives)

Common Misclassification

Camel meat is sometimes misclassified under 0201 or 0202 if the importer incorrectly groups it with bovine meat. Another common error is using Chapter 16 (specifically 1602) for camel meat that has been seasoned, cooked, or preserved (like camel sausages or canned camel stew). If the meat is salted, dried, or smoked, it should be classified under 021099 rather than 020860.

FAQ

What is the HS code for camel meat?

The HS code for fresh, chilled, or frozen camel meat is 020860.

Does this code cover processed camel meat?

No, if the camel meat is cooked, prepared, or preserved, it falls under HS code 160290.