HTS US: 0209.XX.XXXX
Description
This heading covers all edible parts of various animals, excluding those classified in other headings, presented in three states:
- Fresh:
- Meat that has not been preserved, typically stored at temperatures slightly above freezing for a short duration.
- Chilled: Meat that has been cooled to temperatures around 0°C (32°F) but remains unfrozen.
- Frozen: Meat that has been preserved by being brought to and maintained at a temperature of -18°C (0°F) or lower.
The meat may be with or without bone (boneless).
Code Hierarchy
- Section I:
- Live Animals; Animal Products (Chapters 01-05)
- Chapter 02: Meat and Edible Meat Offal
- Heading 0209: Meat of other animals, fresh, chilled or frozen.
- US HTS Code (10-digit):
0209.XX.XXXX– The final digits specify the exact type and preparation of the meat.
Detailed Breakdown of Subheadings
The 4-digit HS heading 0209 is further divided into specific 6-digit and 10-digit codes based on the type and state of the meat.
| HS/HTS Code | Description | Examples & Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 0209.11 | Meat of horses, fresh or chilled | Fresh or chilled horse meat, often used in certain cuisines. |
0209.11.0000 |
Horse meat, fresh or chilled | |
| 0209.12 | Meat of horses, frozen | Frozen horse meat for preservation. |
0209.12.0000 |
Horse meat, frozen | |
| 0209.19 | Other meat, fresh or chilled (e.g., llama, alpaca) | Includes various other meats not specified elsewhere. |
0209.19.1000 |
Fresh or chilled llama meat | |
0209.19.9000 |
Other fresh or chilled meat of other animals | |
| 0209.21 | Meat of horses, with bone in, frozen | Frozen bone-in cuts of horse meat. |
0209.21.0000 |
Frozen bone-in horse meat | |
| 0209.29 | Other meat, frozen (e.g., boneless cuts) | Includes all other frozen cuts of various animals. |
0209.29.1000 |
Boneless llama meat, frozen | |
0209.29.9000 |
Other frozen meat of other animals, not specified |
What is NOT Classified Here?
To avoid misclassification, note these exclusions:
- Sausages and similar prepared products
- (e.g., prepared meats) are classified in Chapter 16.
- Salted, brined, dried, or smoked meats fall under Chapter 16.
- Rendered fats from these animals are classified under separate headings.
- Edible offal (e.g., organs) from these animals is classified under different headings.
Notes
- USDA/FSIS Regulations:
- The importation of fresh, chilled, or frozen meats into the United States is strictly regulated by the USDA Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS). The meat must come from countries and establishments that are approved by the USDA and comply with U.S. safety standards.
- Duty Rates: Duty rates can vary greatly depending on the specific 10-digit HTS code. Many meat products are subject to tariff-rate quotas (TRQs), meaning a low duty rate applies to a specific quantity, and a higher rate applies to over-quota imports. Rates can be specific (e.g., cents per kilogram) or ad valorem (a percentage of the value).
- Country of Origin Labeling (COOL): Accurate country-of-origin labeling is required for meat products.
Declaration Example
- Product:
- A shipment of frozen llama meat from Peru.
- US HTS Code:
0209.29.9000(Other frozen meat of other animals, not specified) - Unit of Quantity: Kilogram (kg)
- General Duty Rate: Check current USHTS (Often subject to TRQ; may vary)
- Additional Requirements: USDA/FSIS import inspection and health certificate.
Related HTS Codes
- HTS 0201:
- Meat of bovine animals, fresh or chilled.
- HTS 0206: Edible offal of animals (fresh, chilled, frozen).
- HTS 1602: Prepared or preserved meat of other animals.
- HTS 0210.19: Other meat, salted, dried, or smoked.
