Frozen Lamb Half-Carcass

Frozen half-carcass of lamb, split longitudinally along the spine, typically 20-30 kg, retaining natural conformation for wholesale processing. Falls under HTS 0204.41.00.00 specifically for frozen sheep carcasses and half-carcasses, excluding further processed cuts.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+17.5%17.5%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

0204.42.40.00Same rate: 17.5%

If trimmed of excess fat or separated into quarters

Excessive trimming or quartering removes it from carcass/half-carcass definition into other frozen sheep meat categories.

0210Lower: 12.3% vs 17.5%

If salted, dried, or otherwise preserved

Preserved sheep meat moves out of fresh/chilled/frozen Chapter 02 to Chapter 02 preserved meats heading.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Label clearly as 'half-carcass' to avoid misclassification as primal cuts; use photos in entry docs

Comply with APHIS import permit for animal products and ensure chain-of-custody for frozen temperature (-18°C)

Monitor quarterly quota allocations if from quota-limited countries like Uruguay