Frozen Mutton Carcass from Germany
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'.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• 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