Fresh Boneless Lamb Leg
Boneless cuts from the hind leg of young sheep, fresh or chilled, typically used for roasting or grilling. Classified under HTS 0204.23.20.00 as fresh or chilled boneless lamb meat from sheep. Excludes bone-in cuts and frozen products.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If bone-in
Bone-in fresh/chilled lamb falls under 0204.22, as bones are normal components with no duty allowance.
If frozen
Frozen boneless lamb meat shifts to heading 0204.43, separating preservation state in Chapter 2.
If from goats (carcasses/quarters)
Goat meat, even lamb-like, classified separately under 0204.10 if not specified as sheep.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify meat is fresh or chilled (not frozen) and boneless to qualify; provide temperature logs and inspection certificates
• Check country-specific beef/lamb quotas (e.g
• New Zealand limit 213k MT); obtain USTR licenses if applicable
• Include entire container weight for dutiable value; label origin and ensure USDA prior approval to avoid rejection
Related Products under HTS 0204.23.20.00
Chilled Boneless Lamb Loin
Boneless loin cuts from young sheep, chilled for preservation, ideal for tenderloins or grilling. Fits HTS 0204.23.20.00 for fresh/chilled boneless lamb, excluding offal or processed meat.
Fresh Boneless Lamb Shoulder
Boneless shoulder primal cuts from lamb, fresh, suitable for slow cooking or stews. Under HTS 0204.23.20.00 as boneless fresh/chilled sheep meat, not covering shanks or ribs specifically.
Chilled Boneless Lamb Rack
Boneless rack cuts (Frenched style) from young sheep rib primal, chilled. Precisely matches HTS 0204.23.20.00 for boneless fresh/chilled lamb meat.
Chilled Boneless Lamb Denver Cut
Boneless Denver (shoulder tender) from lamb, chilled. Fits as other boneless fresh/chilled lamb under HTS 0204.23.20.00.
Fresh Boneless Lamb Flank
Trimmed boneless flank from lamb carcass, fresh for braising. Classified in HTS 0204.23.20.00 as boneless lamb meat.
Chilled Boneless Lamb Trim
Boneless lean trimmings from lamb processing, chilled. HTS 0204.23.20.00 for such fresh/chilled sheep meat pieces.