Meat; of sheep (including lamb), boneless cuts, frozen

HS v2022 Code: 020443

About meat; of sheep (including lamb), boneless cuts, frozen

HS code 020443 covers the trade of frozen boneless cuts of sheep and lamb meat. This industry plays a vital role in the global food supply chain, providing a valuable protein source to consumers worldwide. As an important agricultural commodity, the production and trade of sheep and lamb meat contributes significantly to the economies of many countries, particularly those with thriving livestock and meat processing sectors.

Production process

The production of frozen boneless sheep and lamb meat involves several key steps. After the animals are raised and slaughtered, the carcasses undergo a process of deboning, where the meat is carefully separated from the bones. The boneless cuts are then trimmed, packaged, and frozen to preserve their freshness and quality. Advanced freezing technologies, such as blast freezing, help ensure the meat retains its texture and flavor during storage and transportation.

Production inputs

The primary inputs required for the production of HS code 020443 products include live sheep and lambs, which are sourced from livestock farms and ranches. Additionally, the industry relies on specialized processing equipment, such as deboning machines, packaging materials, and cold storage facilities to maintain the meat's quality and safety. Energy sources, such as electricity and fuel, are also essential for powering the various stages of production and distribution.

Production outputs

The main output of HS code 020443 is frozen boneless cuts of sheep and lamb meat, which are then distributed and sold to a variety of downstream industries. These include 160250 Meat, sheep, goat or horse, prepared or preserved, 160100 Sausages and similar products, of meat, meat offal or blood; food preparations based on these products, and the broader 020400 Meat of sheep or goats, fresh, chilled or frozen industry. The frozen boneless cuts can be further processed, packaged, and sold to consumers, food service establishments, and other end-users.

Revisions to 020443

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 020443. The most recent 1 version of this code (020443) is in the HS v2022 system (this version):

This page shows the most recent version of code 020443.

Family tree for meat; of sheep (including lamb), boneless cuts, 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/v2022/020443'>020443: Meat; of sheep (including lamb), boneless cuts, 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/v2022/020430'>020430: Meat; of sheep, lamb carcasses and half-carcasses, frozen</a>"]
B --> I["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/020441'>020441: Meat; of sheep, carcasses and half-carcasses (excluding carcasses and half-carcasses of lamb), frozen</a>"]
B --> J["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/020442'>020442: Meat; of sheep (including lamb), cuts with bone in (excluding carcasses and half-carcasses), frozen</a>"]
B --> K["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/020450'>020450: Meat; of goats, fresh, chilled or frozen</a>"]

    

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