Fresh Horse Meat for Human Consumption
Fresh meat derived from horses, typically cut into steaks or roasts, intended for human consumption. This falls under tariff item 0205.00.00 as fresh meat of horses, excluding products unfit for human consumption per Chapter 2 notes.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | Free | — | Free |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | Free | — | Free |
| 🇺🇸United States | Free | — | Free |
| 🇩🇪Germany | Free | — | Free |
| 🇯🇵Japan | Free | — | Free |
More Specific Codes
This product may fall under a more specific subheading:
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the product includes edible offal
Fresh or chilled offal of horses is classified under heading 0206.
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
• Obtain a CFIA import permit and ensure the meat comes from an approved establishment
• Declare the product accurately as fresh horse meat to avoid delays
Related Products under Tariff item 0205.00.00
Chilled Ass Meat Carcass
Whole or partial carcass of ass meat, chilled to just above freezing for transport. This falls under tariff item 0205.00.00 as chilled meat of asses, provided it is fit for human consumption and not excluded by Chapter 2 notes.
Chilled Donkey Meat Steaks
Ass (donkey) sirloin steaks chilled for premium market export. These are meat of asses, fresh or chilled, suitable for human consumption, and thus fall under tariff item 0205.00.00.
Chilled Hinny Meat Trimmings
Trimmings from hinny processing, chilled for industrial use. These are meat of hinnies, chilled, and fit for human consumption, so they are classified under tariff item 0205.00.00.
Chilled Horse Brisket
Chilled brisket cuts from horses, suitable for human consumption. This product is meat of horses, chilled, and falls under tariff item 0205.00.00.
Fresh Hinny Shoulder Roast
Boneless shoulder roast from hinny (horse-donkey hybrid), fresh and ready for retail. This is fresh meat of hinnies, fit for human consumption, and classified under tariff item 0205.00.00.
Fresh Horse Ribeye
Premium fresh ribeye cuts from horse, vacuum-packed chilled. This is meat of horses, fresh or chilled, and falls under tariff item 0205.00.00.