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U.S. imports of frozen bone-in bovine cuts (HS 020220) totaled $27.0M in April 2026, traded with 11 countries.
Importers of Frozen Bone-In Bovine Cuts paid $800K in duties in April 2026 — an effective duty rate of 27% on $3.0M in dutiable value, based on actual customs collections rather than the published tariff schedule. Frozen Bone-In Bovine Cuts imports of $27.0M in April 2026 ran 13% above the year-to-date monthly average of $23.9M.
Last updated: April 2026 dataFrozen bone-in beef cuts are classified across multiple tariff lines that distinguish high-quality cuts, processed product, and specific primal sections — including ribs (0202205025), chuck (0202205035), and loin (0202205045) — each potentially subject to different tariff-rate-quota treatment under US Note 3. USDA FSIS reinspection is mandatory for all shipments from approved foreign establishments. Nicaragua and Costa Rica lead supply, with Australia and Mexico also significant sources, creating a geographically diverse supplier base that importers monitor closely for quota utilization and cold-chain logistics.
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Under the US HTS, 'processed' bone-in beef generally refers to product that has undergone treatments such as marinating, seasoning, or similar preparation beyond simple cutting and freezing. The distinction matters because processed and unprocessed lines carry separate tariff-rate-quota eligibility and duty rates; importers should confirm the applicable definition with a licensed customs broker before classification.
Tariff-rate-quota allocations for beef are typically filled on a first-come, first-served basis within each quota period. When in-quota quantities are exhausted, over-quota duties apply, which can significantly affect landed cost. Importers sourcing from Nicaragua, Costa Rica, or Australia often plan shipment timing around quota availability to maintain cost competitiveness.
Monthly import values over time
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| Country | Imports | Exports | Balance |
|---|---|---|---|
| KOREA, SOUTH | -- | $45.7M | +$45.7M |
| NICARAGUA | $12.4M | -- | -$12.4M |
| MEXICO | $3.2M | $601K | -$2.6M |
| COSTA RICA | $3.6M | $79K | -$3.6M |
| HONG KONG | -- | $3.4M | +$3.4M |
HS10 import codes under this HS6 parent. Source: U.S. Harmonized Tariff Schedule.
| Code | Description | Import Value | Effective Tariff % | Duty Collected |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0202208000 | MEAT OF BOVINES, WITH BONE IN, FROZEN, NESOI | $21.5M | 26.93% | $800K |
| 0202205090 | MEAT, BOVINE W/BONE FRZN US NT 3 EXC PROCSD,NESO | $5.2M | 0.70% | $80 |
| 0202205045 | MEAT,BOVINE W/ BNE FRZN US NOTE 3 EXC PRCSSED,LOIN | $149K | -- | -- |
| 0202205025 | MEAT,BOVINE W/ BNE FRZN US NOTE 3 EXC PRCSSED, RIB | $54K | -- | -- |
| 0202201000 | BEEF W/ BONE HI-QLTY CUTS PROCESSED FRZN US NOTE 3 | $13K | -- | -- |
| 0202205035 | MEAT,BOVINE W/ BNE FRZN US NOTE 3 EXC PRCSSED,CHUC | $0 | -- | -- |
MEAT OF BOVINES, WITH BONE IN, FROZEN, NESOI
MEAT, BOVINE W/BONE FRZN US NT 3 EXC PROCSD,NESO
MEAT,BOVINE W/ BNE FRZN US NOTE 3 EXC PRCSSED,LOIN
MEAT,BOVINE W/ BNE FRZN US NOTE 3 EXC PRCSSED, RIB
BEEF W/ BONE HI-QLTY CUTS PROCESSED FRZN US NOTE 3
MEAT,BOVINE W/ BNE FRZN US NOTE 3 EXC PRCSSED,CHUC
HS10 export codes under this HS6 parent. Source: U.S. Schedule B export classification.
| Code | Description | Export Value |
|---|---|---|
| 0202206000 | MEAT OF BOVINES, W/ BONE, FROZEN, EXC PROCESSED | $61.2M |
| 0202203550 | MEAT OF BOVINES, W/ BONE, PROCESSED, FROZEN | $4.5M |
MEAT OF BOVINES, W/ BONE, FROZEN, EXC PROCESSED
7.3M kg
MEAT OF BOVINES, W/ BONE, PROCESSED, FROZEN
466.1K kg
MEAT OF BOVINE ANIMALS, BONELESS, FROZEN
HS 020230
MEAT OF BOVINE ANIMALS, BONELESS, FRESH OR CHILLED
HS 020130
MEAT, BOVINE CUTS WITH BONE IN, FRESH OR CHILLED
HS 020120
MEAT OF SWINE, NESOI, FROZEN
HS 020329
MEAT OF SWINE, NESOI, FRESH OR CHILLED
HS 020319
MEAT OF SHEEP, CUTS, BONE IN NESOI, FRESH, CHILLED
HS 020422
| State | Imports | Exports | Balance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Texas | $2.3M | $12.5M | +$10.2M |
| Florida | $10.0M | $4.7M | -$5.3M |
| California | $7.3M | $6.8M | -$500K |
| Port | Imports | Exports | Balance |
|---|---|---|---|
| LOS ANGELES, CA | $3.5M | $23.6M | +$20.1M |
| LONG BEACH, CA | -- | $23.0M | +$23.0M |
| OAKLAND, CA | -- | $8.6M | +$8.6M |