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U.S. imports of goat meat, fresh, chilled, or frozen (SITC 01213) totaled $13.1M in April 2026, traded with 2 countries.
Importers of Goat Meat, Fresh, Chilled, or Frozen paid $1.3M in duties in April 2026 — an effective duty rate of 9.8% on $12.7M in dutiable value, based on actual customs collections rather than the published tariff schedule. Goat Meat, Fresh, Chilled, or Frozen imports of $13.1M in April 2026 ran 12% below the year-to-date monthly average of $14.9M.
Last updated: April 2026 dataGoat meat — also traded as chevon or cabrito depending on the animal's age — serves a growing and culturally diverse US consumer base, with demand concentrated in ethnic grocery retail and specialty foodservice. Unlike the separate sheep meat headings, this classification covers all temperature states (fresh, chilled, and frozen) within a single heading, simplifying classification but requiring importers to document the actual temperature condition for cold-chain compliance. USDA FSIS reinspection is required, and the exporting establishment must hold current FSIS approval.
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SITC classification reflects the relative trade volume and commercial significance of each commodity. Goat meat moves in lower aggregate volumes than beef or sheep meat in US trade, so a single combined heading is used. For HTS classification and duty purposes, the temperature state still matters and importers must correctly declare it on entry documentation.
Required documents include a foreign government veterinary health certificate, an FSIS import inspection application (FSIS Form 9540-1), and commercial invoices identifying the approved foreign establishment. FSIS conducts reinspection at the port of entry before the product may be released into US commerce. Consult a licensed customs broker or FSIS import specialist to confirm current documentation requirements.
| Country | Imports | Exports | Balance |
|---|---|---|---|
| AUSTRALIA | $12.7M | -- | -$12.7M |
| MEXICO | $406K | -- | -$406K |
| TURKS AND CAICOS ISLANDS | -- | $52K | +$52K |
| ANTIGUA AND BARBUDA | -- | $19K | +$19K |
| ST LUCIA | -- | $18K | +$18K |
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