Fresh Horse Meat for Human Consumption
Fresh meat derived from horses, typically cut into steaks or roasts, intended for human consumption. It falls under HTS 0205.00.00.00 as meat of horses in its fresh state, excluding products unfit for human consumption per chapter notes. Commonly sourced from regions where horse meat is a dietary staple.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If salted, dried, or smoked
Processed horse meat moves to heading 0210 for meat preserved by methods other than freezing.
If cooked and hermetically sealed
Prepared or preserved horse meat falls under Chapter 16 for cooked meats in airtight containers.
If offal or fat trimmings
Horse offal or fatty tissues are classified under 0209 for other meat preparations, not carcass meat.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify meat is fit for human consumption with health certificates from exporting country vets, as unfit products are excluded by chapter note (a)
• Include full weight documentation; no allowances for bones or fat per U.S. notes
• Check for any country-specific quotas or restrictions via USTR regulations
Related Products under HTS 0205.00.00.00
Frozen Horse Tenderloin Steaks
Premium tenderloin cuts from horse meat, frozen to preserve freshness for export. Classified under HTS 0205.00.00.00 as frozen meat of horses, suitable for human consumption and not excluded by chapter notes on unfit products.
Chilled Ass Meat Carcass
Whole or partial carcass of ass meat, chilled to below freezing but above 0°C for transport. This falls under HTS 0205.00.00.00 covering chilled meat of asses, excluding any unfit for human consumption as per chapter exclusions.
Frozen Mule Hindquarter Cuts
Hindquarter sections from mules, frozen solid for long-distance shipping. HTS 0205.00.00.00 applies to all frozen meat of mules or hinnies, provided suitable for human consumption.
Fresh Hinny Shoulder Roast
Boneless shoulder roast from hinny (horse-donkey hybrid), fresh and ready for retail. Classified in HTS 0205.00.00.00 for fresh meat of hinnies, fit for human use.
Frozen Horse Ground Meat
Ground horse meat, frozen in blocks for further processing or direct sale. Under HTS 0205.00.00.00 as frozen horse meat, not mechanically separated.
Chilled Donkey Meat Steaks
Ass (donkey) sirloin steaks chilled for premium market export. HTS 0205.00.00.00 covers chilled donkey meat suitable for humans.