Meat; of bovine animals, cuts with bone in (excluding carcasses and half-carcasses), fresh or chilled

HS code 020120 covers the import and export of fresh or chilled meat from bovine animals, specifically cuts with bone in, excluding carcasses and half-carcasses. This industry is a crucial component of the global food supply chain, providing a valuable source of protein and essential nutrients. The trade of these meat products plays a significant role in the broader agricultural and livestock sectors, contributing to economic growth and food security worldwide.

The production of meat covered under HS code 020120 involves a series of well-established techniques. After the animals are slaughtered, the carcasses are carefully butchered to extract the desired cuts with bone in. This process often includes trimming, deboning, and portioning the meat to meet specific market demands. The cuts are then chilled or frozen to preserve their freshness and quality before being packaged and distributed to domestic and international markets.

The main inputs required for the production of meat under HS code 020120 include live bovine animals, specialized butchering equipment, and cold storage facilities. Farmers and ranchers provide the live animals, which are then processed by slaughterhouses and meat-packing plants. These facilities require a range of machinery, such as cutting tools, conveyor belts, and refrigeration systems, to efficiently handle and preserve the meat products.

The primary output of HS code 020120 is fresh or chilled meat cuts from bovine animals, with bone in. These meat products are widely consumed in various culinary applications, such as steaks, roasts, and stews. The outputs of this industry are often used as inputs for other related HS codes, such as 020130 Meat; of bovine animals, cuts without bone in, fresh or chilled and 020230 Meat; of bovine animals, cuts with bone in, frozen.