What types of meat are classified under HS-4 0205?

HS-4 0205 includes meat from horses, asses, mules, or hinnies, whether fresh, chilled, or frozen.

Can I include other meats in the same shipment as HS-4 0205?

No, HS-4 0205 specifically applies to equine meats only. Other meats must be classified under their respective headings.

What are the import regulations for horse meat?

Import regulations vary by country but generally require health certifications and compliance with food safety standards.

How do I ensure accurate classification for customs?

Review the product details and ensure they match the descriptions under HS-4 0205. Consult with a customs broker if unsure.

What documentation is needed for importing horse meat?

Typically, you will need a bill of lading, health certificates, and possibly import permits depending on the destination country.

HS-4 · Heading

0205 — Meat; of horses, asses, mules or hinnies, fresh, chilled or frozen

Chapter 02: Meat and edible meat offal

Plain-language overview

Use HS-4 0205 when importing fresh, chilled, or frozen meat from horses, asses, mules, or hinnies. For example, if you're shipping frozen horse meat for culinary use, this is the correct classification.

When deciding between HS-6 020500, ensure your shipment exclusively contains meat from the specified animals. If your product includes meat from other animals, such as cattle or pigs, you must classify it under a different heading.

If you have mixed meat products, be careful to separate them accurately. HS-4 0205 only applies to the specified equine meats, while other headings cover different types of meat. Accurate classification is crucial for compliance and avoiding penalties.

Keywords & topics

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

horse meat import · fresh chilled frozen equine meat · meat of horses · HS-4 0205 classification · import regulations horse meat · meat of asses · mules meat import · hinnies meat · equine meat shipping · meat import codes

Examples

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

Frozen horse meat for export to restaurants
Chilled horse meat cuts for specialty markets
Fresh equine meat for local butcher shops
Horse meat sausages for culinary use
Meat from mules packaged for international trade

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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 meat are classified under HS-4 0205?: HS-4 0205 includes meat from horses, asses, mules, or hinnies, whether fresh, chilled, or frozen.
Can I include other meats in the same shipment as HS-4 0205?: No, HS-4 0205 specifically applies to equine meats only. Other meats must be classified under their respective headings.
What are the import regulations for horse meat?: Import regulations vary by country but generally require health certifications and compliance with food safety standards.
How do I ensure accurate classification for customs?: Review the product details and ensure they match the descriptions under HS-4 0205. Consult with a customs broker if unsure.
What documentation is needed for importing horse meat?: Typically, you will need a bill of lading, health certificates, and possibly import permits depending on the destination country.