Offal, edible; of bovine animals, tongues, frozen

HS v2017 Code: 020621

About offal, edible; of bovine animals, tongues, frozen

HS code 020621 covers the import and export of frozen edible bovine tongues, a highly sought-after offal product. This specialized industry plays a significant role in the global meat trade, catering to diverse culinary traditions and providing a valuable source of nutrition and income for producers and traders worldwide.

Production process

The production of frozen bovine tongues involves the careful slaughter, cleaning, and freezing of the tongue muscle from cattle. Strict quality control measures are in place to ensure the product meets food safety standards, and specialized cold chain logistics are utilized to maintain the integrity of the frozen product during transportation and storage.

Production inputs

The main inputs required for the 020621 industry include live cattle, specialized slaughtering and processing equipment, and efficient cold storage and transportation infrastructure. Producers must also have access to reliable sources of electricity, water, and other utilities to support the manufacturing process.

Production outputs

The primary output of the 020621 industry is frozen bovine tongues, which are consumed as a delicacy in various cuisines around the world. These tongues may be further processed or incorporated into a range of meat-based dishes and products. Other industries that may consume the output of 020621 include 020629 Offal, edible; of bovine animals, frozen, n.e.c. in item no. 0206.2 and 160250 Meat, offal or blood; prepared or preserved, of bovine animals.

Revisions to 020621

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 020621. The most recent 1 version of this code (020621) is in the HS v2022 system:

This page shows a legacy version of code 020621 ( HS v2017).

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Family tree for offal, edible; of bovine animals, tongues, frozen

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    A["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/02'>02: Meat and edible meat offal</a>"]
A --> B["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/0206'>0206: Edible offal of bovine animals, swine, sheep, goats, horses, asses, mules or hinnies; fresh, chilled or frozen</a>"]
B --> C["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/020621'>020621: Offal, edible; of bovine animals, tongues, frozen</a>"]

    B --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/020610'>020610: Offal, edible; of bovine animals, fresh or chilled</a>"]
B --> E["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/020622'>020622: Offal, edible; of bovine animals, livers, frozen</a>"]
B --> F["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/020629'>020629: Offal, edible; of bovine animals, (other than tongues and livers), frozen</a>"]
B --> G["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/020630'>020630: Offal, edible; of swine, fresh or chilled</a>"]
B --> H["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/020641'>020641: Offal, edible; of swine, livers, frozen</a>"]
B --> I["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/020649'>020649: Offal, edible; of swine, (other than livers), frozen</a>"]
B --> J["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/020680'>020680: Offal, edible; of sheep, goats, horses, asses, mules or hinnies, fresh or chilled</a>"]
B --> K["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/020690'>020690: Offal, edible; of sheep, goats, horses, asses, mules or hinnies, frozen</a>"]

    

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