Meat; of bovine animals, carcasses and half-carcasses, frozen

HS v2017 Code: 020210

About meat; of bovine animals, carcasses and half-carcasses, frozen

HS code 020210 covers the import and export of frozen beef carcasses and half-carcasses. This is a crucial component of the global meat trade, as beef is one of the most widely consumed animal proteins worldwide. The production and distribution of frozen beef plays a significant role in the broader agricultural and food processing industries, contributing to food security and economic development across many countries.

Production process

The production of frozen beef carcasses and half-carcasses involves several key steps. First, cattle are raised and fattened on farms or ranches. The animals are then transported to slaughterhouses, where they are humanely slaughtered and processed. The carcasses are chilled, cut into halves, and then frozen using specialized equipment to preserve the meat. This freezing process helps extend the shelf life of the beef, making it suitable for long-distance transportation and storage.

Production inputs

The main inputs required for the production of frozen beef carcasses and half-carcasses include live cattle, slaughterhouse facilities, refrigeration and freezing equipment, and transportation infrastructure. Cattle farmers and ranchers provide the live animals, while meat processing plants handle the slaughter, butchering, and freezing operations. Specialized machinery, such as blast freezers and cold storage facilities, are essential for maintaining the quality and safety of the frozen beef products.

Production outputs

The primary output of HS code 020210 is frozen beef carcasses and half-carcasses, which are then further processed and distributed to various end-users. These frozen beef products may be consumed directly or used as inputs for other food manufacturing processes, such as the production of 020220 Meat; of bovine animals, cuts with bone in, frozen, 020230 Meat; of bovine animals, boneless cuts, frozen, or 160250 Meat, offal or blood; of bovine animals, prepared or preserved. The frozen beef industry plays a crucial role in supplying high-quality protein to consumers around the world.

Revisions to 020210

Classification codes are adjusted frequently. The code may have been revised or replaced between system versions. The table below shows the history (newest to oldest) of the code 020210. The most recent 1 version of this code (020210) is in the HS v2022 system:

This page shows a legacy version of code 020210 ( HS v2017).

Family tree for meat; of bovine animals, carcasses and half-carcasses, frozen

    graph LR
    A["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/02'>02: Meat and edible meat offal</a>"]
A --> B["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/0202'>0202: Meat of bovine animals; frozen</a>"]
B --> C["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/020210'>020210: Meat; of bovine animals, carcasses and half-carcasses, frozen</a>"]

    B --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/020220'>020220: Meat; of bovine animals, cuts with bone in (excluding carcasses and half-carcasses), frozen</a>"]
B --> E["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/020230'>020230: Meat; of bovine animals, boneless cuts, frozen</a>"]

    

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