What types of swine meat are covered under HS-4 0203?

HS-4 0203 covers fresh, chilled, or frozen meat of swine, including carcasses, hams, shoulders, and other cuts.

How do I choose between HS-6 subheadings for pork?

Select based on the state of the meat (fresh, chilled, or frozen) and the specific cut. For example, use 020312 for fresh hams with bone in.

Are there special import regulations for swine meat?

Yes, importing swine meat often requires compliance with health and safety regulations, including inspections and certifications.

What does n.e.c. mean in HS-6 020319?

N.e.c. stands for 'not elsewhere classified' and refers to other cuts of swine meat that do not fit into the specified categories.

Can I import both fresh and frozen pork under the same code?

No, you must use different subheadings for fresh (0203.1) and frozen (0203.2) pork products.

HS-4 · Heading

0203 — Meat of swine; fresh, chilled or frozen

Chapter 02: Meat and edible meat offal

Plain-language overview

Use HS-4 0203 when importing meat of swine, whether it's fresh, chilled, or frozen. For example, if you're bringing in frozen pork hams, this is the correct heading. Knowing the specific subheading can help you meet regulatory requirements and avoid delays.

When deciding between HS-6 020311 and HS-6 020321, consider the state of the meat. If you're importing whole carcasses, use the fresh or chilled option (020311) for meat that hasn't been frozen. For frozen carcasses, choose HS-6 020321.

For cuts of swine, HS-6 020312 applies to hams and shoulders that are fresh or chilled with the bone in. If these cuts are frozen, switch to HS-6 020322. Understanding these distinctions can save you time and ensure compliance with customs regulations.

Keywords & topics

Short phrases that describe this HS-4 heading when you're searching or filtering schedules.

swine meat import · HS-4 0203 · fresh chilled frozen pork · pork carcasses · pork cuts with bone · frozen pork hams · meat of swine · customs classification pork · pork import regulations · swine meat subheadings

Examples

Drawn from the official tariff wording for this HS-4 heading. Always confirm against your published schedule and legal notes.

Fresh swine carcasses for butchering
Chilled pork hams with bone in
Frozen pork shoulders for processing
Fresh or chilled cuts of pork, n.e.c.
Frozen swine carcasses for export
Frozen hams and shoulders for retail
Chilled pork products for restaurants

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Questions & answers

For orientation only—the binding text is your national tariff and the WCO nomenclature your country uses.

What types of swine meat are covered under HS-4 0203?: HS-4 0203 covers fresh, chilled, or frozen meat of swine, including carcasses, hams, shoulders, and other cuts.
How do I choose between HS-6 subheadings for pork?: Select based on the state of the meat (fresh, chilled, or frozen) and the specific cut. For example, use 020312 for fresh hams with bone in.
Are there special import regulations for swine meat?: Yes, importing swine meat often requires compliance with health and safety regulations, including inspections and certifications.
What does n.e.c. mean in HS-6 020319?: N.e.c. stands for 'not elsewhere classified' and refers to other cuts of swine meat that do not fit into the specified categories.
Can I import both fresh and frozen pork under the same code?: No, you must use different subheadings for fresh (0203.1) and frozen (0203.2) pork products.

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