HS Code for Frozen guinea fowl

Frozen guinea fowl is classified under HS code 020760. This classification is situated within Chapter 2, which encompasses meat and edible meat offal. Heading 0207 is reserved for poultry meat of the species Gallus domesticus, ducks, geese, turkeys, and guinea fowls. Unlike other poultry types that have separate subheadings for fresh/chilled and frozen states, guinea fowl is grouped into a single subheading (020760) that covers meat and offal in fresh, chilled, or frozen forms. This simplifies the classification process for this specific species. The classification depends on the biological identification of the bird as Numida meleagris. Whether the product is a whole carcass, specific cuts, or edible offal, as long as it is guinea fowl and has not been cooked or further prepared beyond basic butchery and preservation (chilling or freezing), it remains within this category. The Harmonized System treats guinea fowl as a distinct poultry category, separate from the more common chicken or turkey, requiring importers to ensure the species is correctly identified on commercial invoices to avoid customs delays.

Products Included

• Whole frozen guinea fowl
• Frozen guinea fowl breasts and wings
• Frozen guinea fowl legs
• Frozen guinea fowl edible offal (livers, hearts)
• Fresh or chilled guinea fowl carcasses

Common Misclassification

The most common misclassification occurs when guinea fowl is mistakenly declared under the codes for chicken (020711-020714) or turkey (020724-020727). Because guinea fowl is less common in international trade than chicken, logistics providers may default to the more general poultry codes. It is also important to distinguish between raw guinea fowl and prepared guinea fowl. If the meat is seasoned, breaded, or cooked, it must be classified under HS code 160239, which covers other prepared or preserved poultry meat.

FAQ

What is the HS code for frozen guinea fowl?

The HS code for guinea fowl meat and edible offal, whether fresh, chilled, or frozen, is 020760.

Does 020760 cover both whole birds and cuts?

Yes, HS code 020760 is a comprehensive code that includes whole guinea fowls as well as cuts and offal.