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U.S. imports of frozen bone-in sheep meat cuts (non-lamb), not elsewhere specified (HS 0204424000) totaled $5.9M in June 2026, traded with 3 countries.
Importers of Frozen Bone-In Sheep Meat Cuts (Non-Lamb), Not Elsewhere Specified paid $576K in duties in June 2026 — an effective duty rate of 9.8% on $5.9M in dutiable value, based on actual customs collections rather than the published tariff schedule. Frozen Bone-In Sheep Meat Cuts (Non-Lamb), Not Elsewhere Specified imports of $5.9M in June 2026 ran 28% above the year-to-date monthly average of $4.6M.
This HS10 code covers frozen bone-in cuts of mature sheep meat (mutton) that are not classified under more specific subheadings, serving as a residual category within the sheep meat trade. It is distinct from lamb-specific codes and applies to older ovines, which are traded primarily for ethnic and specialty food markets. Accurate differentiation between lamb and mature sheep is critical for correct classification and duty assessment.
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For US customs purposes, lamb generally refers to meat from animals under 12 months of age, while sheep (mutton) refers to older animals. The distinction affects which HS10 code applies and may impact duty rates. Documentation from the exporter confirming animal age at slaughter supports accurate classification.
Frozen bone-in mutton cuts are primarily imported for ethnic food markets, including Middle Eastern, South Asian, and Caribbean communities in the US. Institutional buyers such as halal processors and specialty distributors are key end-users of this product category.
| Country | Imports | Exports | Balance |
|---|---|---|---|
| AUSTRALIA | $4.1M | -- | -$4.1M |
| NEW ZEALAND | $1.6M | -- | -$1.6M |
| UNITED KINGDOM | $154K | -- | -$154K |
Monthly import values over time
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U.S. trade for this product is not broken down by state or port in the latest Census Bureau release.