Product classification
HS code for Chilled whole turkey: 0207.24
Meat and edible offal, of turkeys, not cut in pieces, fresh or chilled.
Classification of chilled whole turkey under HS 0207.24
Chilled whole turkey is classified under HS code 0207.24. This code is situated within Chapter 2 (Meat and edible meat offal) and heading 0207 (Meat and edible offal of poultry). The specific subheading 0207.24 is designated for turkeys (Meleagris species) that are not cut in pieces and are maintained in a fresh or chilled condition. The classification relies on the bird being whole, meaning the carcass is intact, though it may be plucked, bled, and gutted. The term "chilled" refers to the preservation method where the meat is kept at a low temperature above its freezing point to maintain its fresh characteristics. This classification is strictly for the whole bird; any processing that involves cutting the bird into specific parts like wings, drumsticks, or fillets would move the product to a different subheading. The Harmonized System requires this level of specificity to monitor trade volumes of specific livestock and to apply appropriate sanitary and phytosanitary measures.
- Covers
- Fresh whole turkey carcasses
- Chilled whole turkey, oven-ready
- Whole turkey with giblets (if presented as a single unit)
- Chilled young turkey, whole
- Also under 0207.24
- Butterball Fresh Whole Turkey
- Jennie-O Chilled Whole Turkey
- Norbest Fresh Whole Turkey
Codes often confused with 0207.24
Common mistake. The most common misclassification occurs with HS code 0207.25, which is reserved for whole turkeys that are frozen. Another common error is using 0207.26, which covers fresh or chilled turkey cuts and offal. If the turkey has been cooked, seasoned, or otherwise prepared (such as a pre-roasted turkey), it should be classified under heading 1602.31, which covers prepared or preserved turkey meat.
Top exporters and importers of HS 020724 (the code used for chilled whole turkey), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 020724 (the code used for chilled whole turkey) in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 21% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 17% 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 020724, not only chilled whole turkey.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 United States $12M 21% of world exports
- 2 Canada $11M 18% of world exports
- 3 France $7.8M 13% of world exports
World total: $60M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $11M 17% of world imports
- 2 United Kingdom $10M 17% of world imports
- 3 Mexico $7.0M 11% of world imports
World total: $63M 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 whole turkey
Brazil classifies chilled whole turkey under NCM 0207.24.00: HS 0207.24 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about chilled whole turkey
What is the HS code for Chilled whole turkey?
The HS code for Chilled whole turkey is 020724 (Meat and edible offal; of turkeys, not cut in pieces, fresh or chilled). The HS code for chilled whole turkey is 0207.24, which applies to whole birds that are fresh or chilled.
How do I classify Chilled whole turkey for customs?
Chilled whole turkey is classified under HS code 020724 — Meat and edible offal; of turkeys, not cut in pieces, fresh or chilled. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Is a turkey with the neck and giblets still considered whole?
Yes, for classification purposes, a turkey is considered whole even if the neck and giblets have been removed or are packed inside the cavity, provided the main carcass remains intact.
Which countries are the top exporters of chilled whole turkey (HS 020724)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 020724 (the code used for chilled whole turkey) in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($12M, 21% of world exports), Canada ($11M) and France ($7.8M). World exports came to about $60M, 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 whole turkey (HS 020724)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 020724 (the code used for chilled whole turkey) in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($11M, 17% of world imports), the United Kingdom ($10M) and Mexico ($7.0M). World imports came to about $63M, 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 whole turkey the same in all countries?
The base HS code 020724 for Chilled whole turkey 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 whole turkey in Brazil?
In Brazil, chilled whole turkey (HS 020724) is classified under NCM 0207.24.00.