Product classification
HS code for Chilled boneless beef: 0201.30
Meat, of bovine animals, boneless cuts, fresh or chilled.
Classification of chilled boneless beef under HS 0201.30
Chilled boneless beef is classified under HS code 0201.30. This code is part of the Harmonized System's structure for bovine meat (cattle, buffalo, etc.) that is maintained in a fresh or chilled state. The "boneless" designation means that all skeletal bones have been removed from the meat prior to classification. This is a high-volume trade category that includes various premium cuts like ribeye, striploin, and tenderloin, provided they are bone-free. The "chilled" requirement means the meat has been reduced in temperature to remain fresh but has not reached a frozen state (typically maintained between 0°C and 4°C). This classification is distinct from processed meats; if the beef has been seasoned, marinated, or partially cooked, it may no longer qualify for heading 0201. Vacuum packaging is common for products in this category and does not change the HS classification. Accurate classification under 0201.30 is vital for complying with tariff-rate quotas (TRQs) that many countries apply specifically to boneless beef imports.
- Covers
- Chilled boneless ribeye
- Fresh boneless beef trimmings
- Chilled beef tenderloin (boneless)
- Vacuum-packed boneless striploin
- Also under 0201.30
- Omaha Steaks
- various supermarket private label brands
- restaurant supply companies
- Certified Angus Beef (CAB) boneless cuts
Codes often confused with 0201.30
Common mistake. A frequent error is misclassifying these products under HS code 0202.30, which is for frozen boneless beef. The physical state (chilled vs. frozen) is the primary divider between headings 0201 and 0202. Another misclassification occurs with 0201.20 if the meat contains even small portions of bone. Furthermore, if the beef is salted or preserved in a way that goes beyond simple chilling, it must be classified under 0210.20. Edible offal (like heart or liver) is also excluded and falls under 0206.
Top exporters and importers of HS 020130 (the code used for chilled boneless beef), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 020130 (the code used for chilled boneless beef) in UN Comtrade data was Australia, with 15% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 21% of world imports. Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Figures cover everything classified under HS 020130, not only chilled boneless beef.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Australia $4.3B 15% of world exports
- 2 United States $3.8B 13% of world exports
- 3 Netherlands $3.0B 10% of world exports
World total: $28.7B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $5.7B 21% of world imports
- 2 Germany $2.3B 8.4% of world imports
- 3 United Kingdom $1.5B 5.4% of world imports
World total: $27.9B 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 chilled boneless beef
Brazil classifies chilled boneless beef under NCM 0201.30.00: HS 0201.30 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about chilled boneless beef
What is the HS code for Chilled boneless beef?
The HS code for Chilled boneless beef is 020130 (Meat; of bovine animals, boneless cuts, fresh or chilled). The HS code for fresh or chilled boneless bovine meat is 0201.30.
How do I classify Chilled boneless beef for customs?
Chilled boneless beef is classified under HS code 020130 — Meat; of bovine animals, boneless cuts, fresh or chilled. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Are beef steaks in vacuum packs still 0201.30?
Yes, as long as the beef is boneless and chilled (not frozen), vacuum packaging does not change the classification from 0201.30.
Which countries are the top exporters of chilled boneless beef (HS 020130)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 020130 (the code used for chilled boneless beef) in UN Comtrade data were Australia ($4.3B, 15% of world exports), the United States ($3.8B) and the Netherlands ($3.0B). World exports came to about $28.7B, 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 chilled boneless beef (HS 020130)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 020130 (the code used for chilled boneless beef) in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($5.7B, 21% of world imports), Germany ($2.3B) and the United Kingdom ($1.5B). World imports came to about $27.9B, 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.
Is the HS code for Chilled boneless beef the same in all countries?
The base HS code 020130 for Chilled boneless beef is internationally standardized for the first 6 digits across 200+ countries. Individual countries may add additional digits for national tariff lines and specific classifications.
What is the NCM code for chilled boneless beef in Brazil?
In Brazil, chilled boneless beef (HS 020130) is classified under NCM 0201.30.00.