Frozen Sheep Side Half-Carcass
A frozen forequarter or hindquarter half from sheep, split sidewise but retaining carcass conformation, weighing approximately 25 kg. This product qualifies as a half-carcass under tariff item 0204.41.00, as it is frozen sheep meat in natural wholesale form and fit for human consumption.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | 2% | — | 2% |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | 2% | — | 2% |
| 🇺🇸United States | 2% | — | 2% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | 2% | — | 2% |
| 🇯🇵Japan | 2% | — | 2% |
More Specific Codes
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the half-carcass is divided into smaller cuts
Smaller cuts are classified separately from half-carcasses.
If the meat is boneless
Boneless sheep meat is classified under a different tariff item.
Not sure which classification is right?
The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right tariff item — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.
Import Tips & Compliance
• Confirm that the half-carcass retains its natural shape and is not further processed into cuts, which would change classification
• Ensure proper freezing and labeling to meet CFIA standards for sheep meat imports
Related Products under Tariff item 0204.41.00
Frozen Lamb Half-Carcass
A frozen half-carcass of lamb, split longitudinally along the spine, typically weighing 20-30 kg and retaining natural conformation for wholesale processing. This product falls under tariff item 0204.41.00 as it is a half-carcass of sheep, frozen, and is suitable for human consumption.
Frozen Mutton Carcass
A full frozen carcass from mature sheep (mutton), weighing around 50-70 kg, used in ethnic markets for slow cooking. This product is classified under tariff item 0204.41.00 as a frozen carcass of sheep, regardless of the animal's age, and is fit for human consumption.
Frozen New Zealand Lamb Carcass
A premium frozen whole lamb carcass, grass-fed, weighing 42-48 kg hanging weight, exported from New Zealand. This product falls under tariff item 0204.41.00 as a frozen carcass of sheep, suitable for human consumption, with no country-specific restrictions under the Customs Tariff.
Frozen Whole Lamb Carcass
A complete frozen carcass of a sheep, weighing approximately 40-60 kg, with head, feet, and internal organs removed but including bones and fat trim. This product is classified under tariff item 0204.41.00 as a frozen carcass of sheep, suitable for human consumption.