What is HS code for fresh duck meat?
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HS-6 · Subheading
020741
Meat and edible offal; of ducks, not cut in pieces, fresh or chilled
Heading 0207 — Meat and edible offal of poultry; of the poultry of heading no. 0105, (i.e. fowls of the species Gallus domesticus), fresh, chilled or frozen
Chapter 02: Meat and edible meat offal
Plain-language overview
Use HS-6 020741 when importing or exporting fresh or chilled duck meat that is not cut into pieces. For instance, whole ducks or duck breasts that are kept fresh or refrigerated fall under this classification.
This code specifically covers ducks, distinguishing them from other poultry like chickens or turkeys. If you're dealing with whole ducks or duck parts that are frozen, you would need to look at different HS codes, such as HS-6 020742 for frozen duck meat.
When classifying products, ensure that the ducks are indeed fresh or chilled and not processed in any way. If the meat is marinated or cooked, it would fall under a different classification altogether.
Understanding the nuances between HS-6 020741 and similar codes can save time and prevent misclassification. For example, HS-6 020749 covers other preparations of duck meat, which may include processed forms.
Keywords & topics
Useful terms traders and brokers use for this HS-6 subheading.
fresh duck meat · chilled duck · whole ducks · duck breasts · not cut in pieces · duck meat classification · poultry meat · import duck meat · export duck meat · duck carcasses · refrigerated duck · duck meat shipments · poultry HS codes · meat and offal · duck meat products
Examples
Drawn from the official tariff wording for this HS-6 subheading. Always confirm against your published schedule and legal notes.
- Whole fresh ducks shipped in refrigerated containers
- Chilled duck breasts packaged for retail sale
- Fresh duck legs sold to restaurants
- Uncut, whole ducks exported for culinary use
- Chilled duck meat for gourmet food distributors
- Fresh duck carcasses for processing into other products
- Whole ducks packaged in vacuum-sealed bags
- Chilled duck meat supplied to butcher shops
Common questions
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How to classify chilled duck for export?
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Is whole duck considered cut in pieces?
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What are the requirements for importing duck meat?
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Can I export fresh duck without special permits?
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What does HS-6 020741 cover specifically?
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Are there different codes for frozen duck meat?
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How to package fresh duck for shipping?
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How to classify fresh or chilled duck meat for customs
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What are the regulations for importing whole ducks
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Differences between HS codes for duck meat and chicken
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What to do if duck meat is marinated or cooked
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How to determine if duck meat is fresh or chilled
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Best practices for exporting whole duck carcasses
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Understanding the classification of poultry meat
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Requirements for shipping fresh duck meat internationally
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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 duck products fall under HS-6 020741?
- HS-6 020741 covers whole fresh or chilled ducks and duck parts that are not cut into pieces.
- Can I use HS-6 020741 for frozen duck meat?
- No, for frozen duck meat, you should use HS-6 020742 instead.
- Are there specific packaging requirements for fresh duck meat?
- Yes, fresh duck meat should be kept at appropriate temperatures and packaged to prevent contamination.
- What documentation do I need to import fresh duck meat?
- You will typically need health certificates, import permits, and possibly other documentation depending on the destination country.
- How can I tell if duck meat is classified correctly?
- Ensure the meat is fresh or chilled and not processed or cut into pieces, which would change its classification.
- Is there a difference between HS-6 020741 and HS-6 020749?
- Yes, HS-6 020749 covers other preparations of duck meat, while HS-6 020741 is specifically for fresh or chilled, unprocessed duck.
- What should I do if my shipment contains both fresh and frozen duck?
- You will need to classify each part of your shipment under the appropriate HS codes, using HS-6 020741 for fresh and HS-6 020742 for frozen.
- Can I export fresh duck meat without any special permits?
- It depends on the destination country's regulations; some may require specific permits or inspections.
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