Fresh Lamb Carcass from Mexico
A whole fresh carcass of sheep, typically weighing 40-60 kg, with head, skin, and internal organs removed but bones intact. Classified under HTS 0204.21.00.00 as fresh sheep meat in the form of a carcass, not chilled or frozen.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.94, articles the product of Mexico, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Verify animal health certificates and origin to comply with USDA import regulations and country-specific quotas (e.g
• Australia limited to 378,214 MT)
• Include full carcass weight in dutiable value; no deductions for bones or fat per Chapter 2 notes
• Ensure refrigeration chain documentation to prove 'fresh' status and avoid reclassification as chilled