Meat and edible offal; of fowls of the species Gallus domesticus, not cut in pieces, fresh or chilled

HS v2022 Code: 020711

About meat and edible offal; of fowls of the species gallus domesticus, not cut in pieces, fresh or chilled

HS code 020711 covers the trade of fresh or chilled whole chickens, a staple protein source for many countries around the world. As a key component of the global poultry industry, this code represents a significant portion of international trade, with chickens being one of the most widely consumed meats globally. The production and trade of whole, uncut chickens plays an important role in meeting the world's growing demand for affordable, nutritious protein.

Production process

The production of whole, fresh or chilled chickens covered under HS code 020711 typically involves a multi-step process. Chickens are first raised on specialized farms, where they are fed a balanced diet and cared for to ensure optimal health and growth. Once the chickens reach the appropriate size and age, they are humanely slaughtered and processed. This includes plucking, evisceration, and chilling the carcasses to preserve freshness before being packaged and distributed for sale.

Production inputs

The main inputs required for the production of whole, fresh or chilled chickens under HS code 020711 include live chickens, feed (such as grains, soy, and supplements), water, and specialized processing equipment. Farms and processing facilities also require land, buildings, and a reliable supply of electricity and other utilities. Additionally, the industry relies on a skilled workforce to oversee the various stages of production and ensure compliance with food safety regulations.

Production outputs

The primary output of HS code 020711 is whole, fresh or chilled chickens, which are then distributed to various markets and consumers. These whole chickens may be further processed or used as an ingredient in other food products, such as 020712 Meat and edible offal; of fowls of the species Gallus domesticus, not cut in pieces, frozen or 020713 Meat and edible offal; of fowls of the species Gallus domesticus, cuts and offal, fresh or chilled.

Revisions to 020711

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 020711. The most recent 1 version of this code (020711) is in the HS v2022 system (this version):

This page shows the most recent version of code 020711.

Family tree for meat and edible offal; of fowls of the species gallus domesticus, not cut in pieces, fresh or chilled

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    A["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/02'>02: Meat and edible meat offal</a>"]
A --> B["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/0207'>0207: Meat and edible offal of poultry; of the poultry of heading no. 0105, (i.e. fowls of the species Gallus domesticus), fresh, chilled or frozen</a>"]
B --> C["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/020711'>020711: Meat and edible offal; of fowls of the species Gallus domesticus, not cut in pieces, fresh or chilled</a>"]

    B --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/020712'>020712: Meat and edible offal; of fowls of the species Gallus domesticus, not cut in pieces, frozen</a>"]
B --> E["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/020713'>020713: Meat and edible offal; of fowls of the species Gallus domesticus, cuts and offal, fresh or chilled</a>"]
B --> F["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/020714'>020714: Meat and edible offal; of fowls of the species Gallus domesticus, cuts and offal, frozen</a>"]
B --> G["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/020724'>020724: Meat and edible offal; of turkeys, not cut in pieces, fresh or chilled</a>"]
B --> H["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/020725'>020725: Meat and edible offal; of turkeys, not cut in pieces, frozen</a>"]
B --> I["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/020726'>020726: Meat and edible offal; of turkeys, cuts and offal, fresh or chilled</a>"]
B --> J["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/020727'>020727: Meat and edible offal; of turkeys, cuts and offal, frozen</a>"]
B --> K["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/020741'>020741: Meat and edible offal; of ducks, not cut in pieces, fresh or chilled</a>"]
B --> L["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/020742'>020742: Meat and edible offal; of ducks, not cut in pieces, frozen</a>"]
B --> M["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/020743'>020743: Meat and edible offal; of ducks, fatty livers (foie gras), fresh or chilled</a>"]
B --> N["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/020744'>020744: Meat and edible offal; of ducks, cuts and offal, excluding fatty livers, fresh or chilled</a>"]
B --> O["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/020745'>020745: Meat and edible offal; of ducks, cuts and offal, excluding fatty livers, frozen</a>"]
B --> P["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/020751'>020751: Meat and edible offal; of geese, not cut in pieces, fresh or chilled</a>"]
B --> Q["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/020752'>020752: Meat and edible offal; of geese, not cut in pieces, frozen</a>"]
B --> R["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/020753'>020753: Meat and edible offal; of geese, fatty livers (foie gras), fresh or chilled</a>"]
B --> S["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/020754'>020754: Meat and edible offal; of geese, cuts and offal, excluding fatty livers, fresh or chilled</a>"]
B --> T["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/020755'>020755: Meat and edible offal; of geese, cuts and offal, excluding fatty livers, frozen</a>"]
B --> U["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/020760'>020760: Meat and edible offal; of guinea fowls, fresh, chilled or frozen</a>"]

    

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