Fresh Goat Leg Quarter
A fresh, bone-in leg quarter from goat meat, typically cut from the hindquarter, suitable for roasting or grilling. This product falls under HTS 0204.50.00.00 as fresh meat of goats, not chilled or frozen, and excludes products unfit for human consumption per chapter notes. It is a common cut in ethnic cuisines like Caribbean and Middle Eastern.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If chilled to preserve freshness without freezing
Chilled goat meat (near freezing but not frozen) shifts to subheading 0204.43, altering duty treatment.
If frozen for long-term storage
Frozen goat meat falls under 0204.42, a separate provision with different import considerations.
If dried, salted, or otherwise preserved
Preserved goat meat (e.g., cured or smoked) moves out of fresh/chilled/frozen to Chapter 21 meat preparations.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Obtain USDA FSIS prior approval and health certificates verifying the meat is from healthy goats and fit for human consumption
• Declare exact weight including bone as per US note; no allowance for bones or fat in duty assessment
• Avoid common pitfalls like misdeclaring as chilled (0204.43) which changes classification and potential quotas
Related Products under HTS 0204.50.00.00
Chilled Goat Rack
Frenched chilled rack.
Fresh Goat Rib Chops
Fresh, bone-in rib chops cut from young goat ribs, never refrigerated, for immediate grilling. Falls under HTS 0204.50.00.00 as fresh meat of goats, emphasizing suitability for human consumption as per chapter notes.
Chilled Boneless Goat Breast Meat
Boneless breast meat from goats, chilled for supermarket sales, tender for curries. Under HTS 0204.50.00.00 as chilled goat meat, dutiable weight includes any residual fat per US notes.
Fresh Goat Shank
Fresh fore or hind goat shank, bone-in, for braising in stews. HTS 0204.50.00.00 covers fresh goat meat cuts, excluding unfit products.
Frozen Goat Neck Meat
Frozen goat neck portions, flavorful for slow cooks. Frozen under 0204.50.00.00.
Chilled Goat Flank
Chilled flank steak from goat, lean cut.