Frozen Mutton Carcass
Full frozen carcass from mature sheep (mutton), around 50-70 kg, used in ethnic markets for slow cooking. HTS 0204.41.00.00 covers all frozen sheep carcasses regardless of age, as 'other meat of sheep, frozen: carcasses and half-carcasses'.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If chilled rather than frozen
Chilled sheep carcasses fall under 0204.22, separate from frozen subheadings in the hierarchy.
If from rabbits or hares (misidentified)
Different species like rabbit meat are classified under heading 0208, not sheep/goats in 0204.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Distinguish mutton from lamb via age declaration in certificates to meet labeling requirements
• Use refrigerated containers with temperature loggers; deviations can lead to rejection
• File entries under correct statistical suffixes for quota tracking
Related Products under HTS 0204.41.00.00
Frozen Whole Lamb Carcass
A complete frozen carcass of a sheep, weighing approximately 40-60 kg, with head, feet, and internal organs removed but including bones and fat trim. Classified under HTS 0204.41.00.00 as frozen carcasses and half-carcasses of sheep meat, suitable for further butchering into primal cuts.
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.
Frozen Sheep Side Half-Carcass
Frozen forequarter or hindquarter half from sheep, split sidewise but retaining carcass conformation, approx. 25 kg. Qualifies as half-carcass under HTS 0204.41.00.00 for frozen sheep meat in natural wholesale form.
Frozen New Zealand Lamb Carcass
Premium frozen whole lamb carcass exported from New Zealand, grass-fed, 42-48 kg hanging weight. HTS 0204.41.00.00 applies to all frozen sheep carcasses with no import limit from NZ per US notes.