Product classification
HS code for Frozen whole turkey: 0207.25
Meat and edible offal, of turkeys, not cut in pieces, frozen.
Classification of frozen whole turkey under HS 0207.25
Frozen whole turkeys fall under HS code 0207.25. This classification is part of the broader category for meat and edible offal of poultry. For a product to be correctly assigned to 0207.25, it must be a turkey (Meleagris species), it must be frozen, and it must be whole. The "whole" designation remains applicable even if the bird has been bled, plucked, and eviscerated. The freezing process must be thorough, distinguishing the product from those in 0207.24 (fresh or chilled). This code is particularly important during peak seasons like Thanksgiving or Christmas when international trade in whole turkeys increases. Customs authorities look for the integrity of the carcass to verify this code. If the turkey has been injected with brine, water, or flavoring agents, it generally remains under this code as long as the character of the product remains "fresh meat" that has been frozen. However, if the turkey is stuffed or fully cooked, it moves to Chapter 16. Accurate classification is necessary because many countries have specific poultry quotas and anti-dumping duties that apply specifically to whole birds versus parts.
- Covers
- Frozen whole young turkey
- Frozen whole hen turkey
- Frozen whole tom turkey
- Frozen whole fryer-roaster turkey
- Frozen whole self-basting turkey
- Also under 0207.25
- Butterball Frozen Whole Turkey
- Norbest Frozen Turkey
- Jennie-O Frozen Whole Turkey
Codes often confused with 0207.25
Common mistake. Frozen whole turkey is often misclassified under 0207.24, which is for fresh or chilled whole turkeys. Another common error is using 0207.27, which is the code for frozen turkey cuts and offal (such as drumsticks, wings, or breasts). If a turkey is sold in halves or quarters, it must be classified under 0207.27. Furthermore, prepared turkey products that are pre-cooked or heavily processed are classified under 1602.31 rather than 0207.25.
Top exporters and importers of HS 020725 (the code used for frozen whole turkey), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 020725 (the code used for frozen whole turkey) in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 45% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 13% 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 020725, not only frozen whole turkey.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 United States $32M 45% of world exports
- 2 France $13M 18% of world exports
- 3 Canada $10M 14% of world exports
World total: $73M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $9.1M 13% of world imports
- 2 Finland $8.2M 11% of world imports
- 3 Germany $6.8M 9.3% of world imports
World total: $73M 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 frozen whole turkey
Brazil classifies frozen whole turkey under NCM 0207.25.00: HS 0207.25 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about frozen whole turkey
What is the HS code for Frozen whole turkey?
The HS code for Frozen whole turkey is 020725 (Meat and edible offal; of turkeys, not cut in pieces, frozen). The HS code for frozen whole turkey is 0207.25.
How do I classify Frozen whole turkey for customs?
Frozen whole turkey is classified under HS code 020725 — Meat and edible offal; of turkeys, not cut in pieces, frozen. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Is a basted turkey classified under this code?
Yes, a frozen whole turkey that has been basted or injected with a small amount of brine for flavor or preservation is typically still classified under 0207.25.
Which countries are the top exporters of frozen whole turkey (HS 020725)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 020725 (the code used for frozen whole turkey) in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($32M, 45% of world exports), France ($13M) and Canada ($10M). World exports came to about $73M, 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 whole turkey (HS 020725)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 020725 (the code used for frozen whole turkey) in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($9.1M, 13% of world imports), Finland ($8.2M) and Germany ($6.8M). World imports came to about $73M, 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 whole turkey the same in all countries?
The base HS code 020725 for Frozen 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 frozen whole turkey in Brazil?
In Brazil, frozen whole turkey (HS 020725) is classified under NCM 0207.25.00.