Frozen Beef Half-Carcass
A frozen half-carcass of bovine animal, typically split lengthwise along the backbone, weighing around 200-300 kg, used for further butchering. It falls under HTS 0202.10.50 as 'other' frozen bovine carcasses and half-carcasses, excluding those specifically for immediate slaughter or boneless cuts.
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More Specific Codes
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If boneless
Boneless frozen bovine cuts shift to 0202.30 subheading as they lack bones, changing from carcass classification.
If chilled instead of frozen
Chilled (not frozen) bovine half-carcasses fall under Chapter 0201, as freezing state determines the primary heading.
If cured, salted, or smoked
Processed meats like cured or smoked half-carcasses are excluded from fresh/frozen Chapter 02 and classified under prepared meats in 0210.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify origin country quotas (e.g
• 378,214 MT for Australia) via USTR regulations to avoid over-quota duties; include full container weight in dutiable calculations per US notes; ensure USDA FSIS prior approval and health certificates
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