Product classification
HS code for Frozen beef liver: 0206.22
Offal, edible, of bovine animals, livers, frozen.
Classification of frozen beef liver under HS 0206.22
Frozen beef liver is classified under HS code 0206.22. This classification falls within Chapter 2 (Meat and edible meat offal) and specifically under heading 0206, which covers edible offal of bovine animals, swine, sheep, goats, horses, asses, mules, or hinnies, fresh, chilled, or frozen. The classification logic follows the hierarchical structure of the Harmonized System: first identifying the animal type (bovine), then the state of the product (frozen), and finally the specific organ (liver). Livers are distinguished from other types of offal because of their unique biological function and high commercial volume, warranting a specific subheading. To qualify for this code, the liver must be fit for human consumption and must be frozen to a temperature that ensures the core of the product is solidified. This code applies regardless of whether the liver is whole or sliced, provided it has not been further prepared or preserved beyond simple freezing.
- Covers
- Whole frozen bovine livers
- Sliced frozen beef livers
- Frozen calf livers
- Frozen ox livers
- Frozen livers from domestic cattle
- Also under 0206.22
- JBS frozen beef livers
- Cargill frozen beef livers
- Tyson frozen beef livers
Codes often confused with 0206.22
Common mistake. Frozen beef liver is often misclassified under 0206.10, which is the code for fresh or chilled bovine offal. Another common error is using 0206.29, which is the residual category for \"other\" frozen bovine offal; however, because liver has its own specific subheading (0206.22), the residual category should not be used. Furthermore, if the liver is prepared (e.g., cooked, seasoned, or made into pâté), it must be classified under Chapter 16 (specifically 1602.20) rather than Chapter 2. Livers intended for pharmaceutical use or not for human consumption may also be diverted to 0510.00.
Top exporters and importers of HS 020622 (the code used for frozen beef liver), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 020622 (the code used for frozen beef liver) in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 27% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Egypt, with 47% 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 020622, not only frozen beef liver.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 United States $102M 27% of world exports
- 2 Brazil $51M 14% of world exports
- 3 Australia $47M 13% of world exports
World total: $373M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Egypt $197M 47% of world imports
- 2 Russia* ~$47M 11% of world imports · partner records ↗
- 3 South Africa $23M 5.5% of world imports
World total: $422M 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 marked * did not, so their figures add up what other countries recorded trading with them, and their exports are valued at buyers' CIF prices. 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 frozen beef liver
Brazil classifies frozen beef liver under NCM 0206.22.00: HS 0206.22 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about frozen beef liver
What is the HS code for Frozen beef liver?
The HS code for Frozen beef liver is 020622 (Offal, edible; of bovine animals, livers, frozen). The specific HS code for frozen edible bovine livers is 0206.22.
How do I classify Frozen beef liver for customs?
Frozen beef liver is classified under HS code 020622 — Offal, edible; of bovine animals, livers, frozen. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Is calf liver classified differently than adult beef liver?
No, both calf liver and adult beef liver are classified under 0206.22, as the HS code applies to all bovine animals regardless of age.
Which countries are the top exporters of frozen beef liver (HS 020622)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 020622 (the code used for frozen beef liver) in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($102M, 27% of world exports), Brazil ($51M) and Australia ($47M). World exports came to about $373M, 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 frozen beef liver (HS 020622)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 020622 (the code used for frozen beef liver) in UN Comtrade data were Egypt ($197M, 47% of world imports), Russia (about $47M) and South Africa ($23M). World imports came to about $422M, 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 Frozen beef liver the same in all countries?
The base HS code 020622 for Frozen beef liver 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 frozen beef liver in Brazil?
In Brazil, frozen beef liver (HS 020622) is classified under NCM 0206.22.00.