HS Code for Meat meal
Meat meal is classified under HS code 2301.10. This heading is specifically designated for flours, meals, and pellets of meat or meat offal that are unfit for human consumption. These products are the result of the rendering process, where animal by-products are heated to remove moisture and separate fats (tallow). The remaining proteinaceous solids are then ground into a meal. Classification in Chapter 23 signifies that the product is intended for use in animal feeding or as a fertilizer, rather than for human food. The distinction between 2301.10 and 2301.20 is based on the source material; 2301.10 is for terrestrial animals (mammals and poultry), while 2301.20 is for aquatic animals. The classification is governed by the state of the product (flour/meal) and its intended use as a non-human food grade material, following the Legal Notes to Section IV of the Harmonized System.
Products Included
- Meat and bone meal (MBM) used in livestock feed
- Poultry meal derived from rendered chicken or turkey by-products
- Greaves, which are the fatty residues from the rendering of lard or tallow
- Tankage (dried animal residue) used in fertilizers or feed
- Dehydrated meat offal ground into a fine flour
Common Misclassification
A common misclassification occurs with HS code 0210, which covers meat and edible meat offal. However, 0210 is strictly for products fit for human consumption. If the meat meal is processed into a complete, balanced animal feed with added vitamins or minerals, it may move to HS code 2309. Additionally, meat meal must be distinguished from 0506 (bones and horn-cores), which covers raw or minimally processed skeletal remains. If the product is derived from fish or marine mammals, it must be classified under 2301.20 instead of 2301.10.
FAQ
What is the HS code for meat meal?
The HS code for flours, meals, and pellets of meat or meat offal (unfit for human consumption) is 2301.10.
Is fish meal included in this code?
No, fish meal and meals derived from other aquatic invertebrates are classified under HS code 2301.20.
Industry
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the HS code for Meat meal?
The HS code for Meat meal is 230110 (Flours, meals and pellets; of meat or meat offal, greaves).
How do I classify Meat meal for customs?
Meat meal is classified under HS code 230110 — Flours, meals and pellets; of meat or meat offal, greaves. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Is the HS code for Meat meal the same in all countries?
The base HS code 230110 for Meat meal is internationally standardized for the first 6 digits across 200+ countries. Individual countries may add additional digits for national tariff lines and specific classifications.