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U.S. exports of frozen bovine carcasses & half-carcasses (HS 020210) totaled $617K in July 2026.
Frozen Bovine Carcasses & Half-Carcasses imports of $190K in July 2026 ran 140% above the year-to-date monthly average of $79K.
Last updated: July 2026 dataFrozen whole and split bovine carcasses — including veal — enter the US under a heading that mirrors the fresh/chilled carcass structure but benefits from the extended shelf life that frozen transport affords. The US schedule distinguishes veal carcasses from other bovine carcasses across TRQ-eligible and NESOI lines, and USDA FSIS reinspection is required at entry. Nicaragua and the Netherlands lead supply under this heading, an unusual pairing that reflects both Central American beef processing capacity and European veal trade flows. Importers should note that frozen carcasses are less common in commercial trade than primal or sub-primal cuts, and classification questions often arise around the degree of splitting or trimming that still qualifies a piece as a carcass or half-carcass.
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CBP generally follows the principle that a carcass or half-carcass retains its classification as long as it presents the characteristic skeletal structure of the whole or split animal, even with minor trimming. Once the carcass is broken into quarters or further separated into primal cuts, it moves to the bone-in cuts heading (0202.20). Importers dealing with non-standard presentations should request a binding ruling from CBP before shipment.
Nicaragua has developed significant beef processing capacity oriented toward whole-carcass and half-carcass exports, particularly for commodity beef destined for further processing. The Netherlands, by contrast, is a hub for European veal production and re-export, with Dutch veal carcasses representing a distinct product segment. The two source streams serve different end-use markets within the US, and importers should ensure FSIS establishment approvals are current for their specific supplier in each country.
HSChapter 02
Subheading 3 of 3 in heading 0202
Subheading 020210 · $190K of $816.4M
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ImportsExports
Imports
$190KYoY · Pro
Exports
$617KYoY · Pro
12-mo low · imports
YoY · ProThrough July 2026. Source: U.S. Census Bureau.
Exports · July 2026
destination
Philippines and United Arab Emirates together take 75% of it.
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rate provision · imports
100.0% enters free of duty; the effective duty rate is 0.00%.
HS10 import codes under this HS6 parent, each with its own page. Source: U.S. Harmonized Tariff Schedule.
| Code | Description | Import Value | Effective Tariff % | Dutiable Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0202105090 | Carcasses/Half-Carcasses of Bovines, Frozen, NESOI | $190K | 0.00% | 0.00% |
HS10 export codes under this HS6 parent, each with its own page. Source: U.S. Schedule B export classification.
| Code | Description | Export Value |
|---|---|---|
| 0202100010 | Carcasses and Half-Carcasses of Veal, Frozen | $617K |
Import lines come from the U.S. Harmonized Tariff Schedule and export lines from Schedule B. The two are numbered by different agencies, so the same 10-digit code can appear in both tables describing a different product.