Meat; of sheep, lamb carcasses and half-carcasses, frozen

HS v2022 Code: 020430

About meat; of sheep, lamb carcasses and half-carcasses, frozen

HS code 020430 covers the import and export of frozen meat from sheep and lamb carcasses and half-carcasses. This industry is a vital component of the global food supply chain, providing a crucial source of protein and sustenance for populations around the world. As a major agricultural commodity, the trade of sheep and lamb meat plays a significant role in the broader economy, supporting livelihoods and contributing to the economic development of producing regions.

Production process

The production of frozen sheep and lamb meat typically involves the slaughter of animals, followed by the careful butchering and processing of the carcasses. Key steps include stunning the animals, exsanguination, evisceration, and chilling the meat to the appropriate temperature for freezing. Advanced techniques such as blast freezing may be employed to ensure the meat retains its quality and freshness during storage and transportation.

Production inputs

The primary inputs required for the production of frozen sheep and lamb meat include live animals, feed, water, and energy sources for the slaughtering and processing facilities. Specialized equipment such as stunning devices, cutting tools, and freezing units are also essential. Additionally, the industry relies on a skilled workforce to carry out the various stages of production in a safe and efficient manner.

Production outputs

The main output of HS code 020430 is frozen sheep and lamb meat, which can be further processed into a variety of products, such as 020441 Meat; of sheep, lamb, cuts with bone in, frozen, 020442 Meat; of sheep, lamb, boneless cuts, frozen, and 020450 Meat; of sheep or goats, fresh or chilled. These products are then distributed and consumed by a wide range of industries, including food service, retail, and manufacturing sectors.

Revisions to 020430

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 020430. The most recent 1 version of this code (020430) is in the HS v2022 system (this version):

This page shows the most recent version of code 020430.

Family tree for meat; of sheep, lamb carcasses and half-carcasses, frozen

    graph LR
    A["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/02'>02: Meat and edible meat offal</a>"]
A --> B["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/0204'>0204: Meat of sheep or goats; fresh, chilled or frozen</a>"]
B --> C["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/020430'>020430: Meat; of sheep, lamb carcasses and half-carcasses, frozen</a>"]

    B --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/020410'>020410: Meat; of sheep, lamb carcasses and half-carcasses, fresh or chilled</a>"]
B --> E["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/020421'>020421: Meat; of sheep, carcasses and half-carcasses (excluding carcasses and half-carcasses of lamb), fresh or chilled</a>"]
B --> F["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/020422'>020422: Meat; of sheep (including lamb), cuts with bone in (excluding carcasses and half-carcasses), fresh or chilled</a>"]
B --> G["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/020423'>020423: Meat; of sheep (including lamb), boneless cuts, fresh or chilled</a>"]
B --> H["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/020441'>020441: Meat; of sheep, carcasses and half-carcasses (excluding carcasses and half-carcasses of lamb), frozen</a>"]
B --> I["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/020442'>020442: Meat; of sheep (including lamb), cuts with bone in (excluding carcasses and half-carcasses), frozen</a>"]
B --> J["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/020443'>020443: Meat; of sheep (including lamb), boneless cuts, frozen</a>"]
B --> K["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/020450'>020450: Meat; of goats, fresh, chilled or frozen</a>"]

    

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