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%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
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