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U.S. imports of frozen lamb and mutton (SITC 01212) totaled $71.1M in April 2026, traded with 7 countries.
Importers of Frozen Lamb and Mutton paid $6.9M in duties in April 2026 — an effective duty rate of 9.8% on $70.0M in dutiable value, based on actual customs collections rather than the published tariff schedule.
Last updated: April 2026 dataFrozen sheep meat — encompassing both lamb and mutton — provides the extended shelf life needed for long-distance trade and allows importers to build inventory buffers against seasonal supply fluctuations. USDA FSIS reinspection at a US port of entry is mandatory, and the product must originate from an FSIS-approved foreign establishment. Mutton and lamb are classified together under this heading, but buyers and processors typically specify the age-based grade in commercial contracts because the two differ substantially in flavor profile and end-use application.
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Both fall under the same SITC heading, but commercially they are differentiated by the age of the animal at slaughter — lamb is typically under one year old, while mutton comes from older sheep. Foreign health certificates and commercial invoices should specify the product type, as buyers, retailers, and foodservice operators treat them as distinct products with different pricing and culinary applications.
Yes. USDA FSIS maintains a list of countries and establishments eligible to export meat to the US. A country's eligibility is based on FSIS's equivalence determination of its food safety inspection system. Importers should verify that both the exporting country and the specific establishment are currently on the FSIS-approved list before contracting for shipment.
| Country | Imports | Exports | Balance |
|---|---|---|---|
| AUSTRALIA | $43.4M | -- | -$43.4M |
| NEW ZEALAND | $27.2M | -- | -$27.2M |
| CHILE | $422K | -- | -$422K |
| MEXICO | -- | $272K | +$272K |
| BAHAMAS | -- | $255K | +$255K |
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