HS Code for Mule meat

Mule meat is classified under HS code 0205.00, which is a specific heading for the meat of horses, asses, mules, or hinnies. This classification is part of Chapter 2, which covers meat and edible meat offal. Unlike other types of meat like bovine (0201/0202) or swine (0203), which have multiple subheadings based on whether the meat is fresh, chilled, or frozen, heading 0205.00 is a single, comprehensive code that covers all these states for equine and related animal meats. The classification is straightforward because the heading text explicitly names mules. This heading applies to the carcasses, half-carcasses, and cuts of the animal, provided they are fresh, chilled, or frozen. It does not include meat that has been prepared or preserved (such as salted, dried, or smoked), which would move the product to heading 0210. The use of 0205.00 ensures that equine meats are tracked separately from traditional livestock, which is important for food safety regulations and cultural trade restrictions in various countries. Customs officials require documentation verifying the species of the meat to ensure it is not being mislabeled as beef or other more common meats.

Products Included

• Fresh mule carcasses
• Chilled mule meat cuts
• Frozen mule meat
• Edible mule meat portions

Common Misclassification

Mule meat is sometimes misclassified under HS code 0201 or 0202 (beef) by error, or under 0206 if it is edible offal rather than muscle meat. If the meat has been salted, dried, or smoked, it must be classified under HS code 0210.99 instead of 0205.00.

FAQ

What is the HS code for mule meat?

The HS code for fresh, chilled, or frozen mule meat is 0205.00.

Does this code include mule offal?

No, edible offal from mules is classified under HS code 0206.80 or 0206.90.