HS Code for Frozen boneless beef

Frozen boneless beef is classified under HS code 0202.30. This code is part of Chapter 2 (Meat and edible meat offal) and heading 0202 (Meat of bovine animals, frozen). The subheading 0202.30 is specifically designated for cuts where all bones have been removed. This includes a wide variety of industrial and retail cuts such as brisket, chuck, and round, provided they are in a frozen state. The classification process involves verifying that the meat is from bovine animals and that it has been subjected to a freezing process that lowers the internal temperature sufficiently for long-term preservation. It is important to note that "boneless" means the complete absence of skeletal bones. This classification is preferred over bone-in codes when the product has been processed to remove all bone material, following the specific language of the HS nomenclature and GRI 1.

Products Included

• Frozen boneless beef brisket
• Frozen boneless beef trimmings
• Frozen boneless beef chuck
• Frozen boneless beef striploin

Common Misclassification

Frozen boneless beef is often misclassified under 0202.20, which is the code for bone-in cuts. Even if a cut is mostly meat, the presence of a single bone requires classification under 0202.20. Another common error is using 0206.29 for beef offal; boneless muscle meat must stay in 0202.30, while organs and other offal move to 0206. Additionally, if the beef is cooked or prepared, it must be classified under heading 1602, as Chapter 2 only covers raw meat.

FAQ

What is the HS code for frozen boneless beef?

The HS code for frozen boneless beef is 0202.30.

Does 0202.30 include ground beef?

Yes, if the ground beef is made from bovine animals, is boneless, and is imported in a frozen state, it is classified under 0202.30.