Carcasses and half-carcasses of lamb, fresh or chilled
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Duty Rate (from China)
Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Except as provided in headings 9903.88.39, 9903.88.42, 9903.88.44, 9903.88.47, 9903.88.49, 9903.88.51, 9903.88.53, 9903.88.55, 9903.88.57, 9903.88.65, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(r) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(s)
Products classified under HTS 0204.10.00.00
Fresh Whole Lamb Carcass
A complete lamb carcass, fresh or chilled, weighing typically 40-60 pounds, obtained from sheep under one year old. It qualifies under HTS 0204.10.00.00 as a full carcass of lamb in fresh or chilled state, excluding frozen forms. This product is primarily used by butchers and meat processors for further cutting.
Chilled Lamb Half-Carcass
A half-carcass of lamb, split longitudinally, fresh or chilled at temperatures above freezing. Classified under HTS 0204.10.00.00 for lamb (sheep under 1 year) half-carcasses in non-frozen state. Ideal for wholesale meat markets requiring pre-cut larger portions.
Fresh Australian Lamb Carcass
Whole lamb carcass sourced from Australia, fresh or chilled, meeting export standards for prime quality meat. Falls under HTS 0204.10.00.00 as fresh/chilled lamb carcass; subject to Australia's quota limit of 378,214 metric tons annually.
New Zealand Chilled Lamb Half Carcass
Premium half-carcass of lamb from New Zealand, chilled for preservation, typically fore and hind quarters combined. HTS 0204.10.00.00 applies to such fresh/chilled lamb half-carcasses with a quota of 213,402 metric tons.
Uruguay Fresh Lamb Carcass
High-quality fresh whole lamb carcass imported from Uruguay, chilled immediately post-slaughter. Covered by HTS 0204.10.00.00 with a limited quota of 20,000 metric tons for Uruguayan lamb.
Grass-Fed Chilled Lamb Half-Carcass
Half-carcass from grass-fed lambs, chilled to maintain tenderness and flavor. HTS 0204.10.00.00 for fresh/chilled lamb half-carcasses; grass-fed is a quality attribute not affecting classification.
Prime Chilled Lamb Carcass
Whole prime-grade lamb carcass, chilled for premium restaurant supply, from young sheep. Precisely matches HTS 0204.10.00.00 definition for fresh or chilled lamb carcasses.
Halal Certified Fresh Lamb Half-Carcass
Half-carcass of lamb processed under Halal standards, fresh or chilled for ethnic markets. Remains under HTS 0204.10.00.00 as certification does not alter carcass form or state.
Organic Chilled Lamb Carcass
Whole lamb carcass from organically raised sheep, chilled post-slaughter. HTS 0204.10.00.00 applies regardless of organic status, as it's based on form and preservation state.
Export-Grade Fresh Lamb Half-Carcass
Half-carcass prepared to export specifications, fresh or chilled, for international wholesale. Fits HTS 0204.10.00.00 for lamb half-carcasses not further processed.