Frozen Mutton Carcass from Mexico
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 — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
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