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.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If dried, not frozen meat
Dried leguminous products or misprocessed meat goes to Chapter 07, but true frozen meat stays in 02.
Not sure which classification is right?
The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right HTS code — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.
Import Tips & Compliance
• Leverage NZ's unlimited quota status but still require AMS grading optional for quality
• Declare precise carcass weight including drip loss allowances
• Coordinate with NZ exporters for pre-slaughter inspections
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 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'.
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.