Chapter 02 covers meat and edible offal, including fresh, chilled, frozen, dried, smoked, salted and other types of animal meat and edible offal. This chapter involves cattle, pigs, sheep, horses, donkeys, mules, poultry, rabbits, game, frog legs, etc., but excludes live animals (Chapter 01), animal fats (Chapter 15), meat products (Chapter 16), and unrendered edible offal (such as intestines, bladders, stomachs). Goods in this chapter are central to the food trade, and classification requires attention to animal species, degree of processing, condition (fresh/chilled/frozen), and whether bone-in. Heading 0207 covers fresh, chilled, frozen meat and edible offal of poultry (chickens, ducks, geese, turkeys, guinea fowls). It specifically includes whole birds (unseparated), cuts (such as legs, breasts, wings) and offal (liver, heart, gizzard, etc.). This heading is subdivided by poultry species and condition, with turkey products listed under separate subheadings, reflecting their importance in international trade. Note: fresh or chilled poultry meat and frozen poultry meat fall under different subheadings, and temperature condition must be strictly distinguished during classification. Code 020725 is a six-digit subheading: the first 2 digits "02" represent Chapter 02 (meat and edible offal); digits 3-4 "07" represent heading 0207 (poultry meat and offal); digits 5-6 "25" represent subheading 020725, specifically frozen whole turkeys. Among these, "25" under 0207 corresponds to turkey products, while 020724 is fresh or chilled whole turkeys, 020726 is frozen turkey cuts and offal, and 020727 is frozen turkey livers. Therefore, 020725 applies only to frozen whole turkeys and does not include cuts or offal. This product is a frozen whole turkey, which meets the definition of heading 0207 "poultry meat" and is in a frozen state. Within the turkey subheadings, whole birds, cuts, and offal are listed separately, and 020725 specifically targets frozen whole turkeys. If fresh or chilled, it should be classified under 020724; if frozen cuts or offal, it should be classified under 020726 or 020727. Therefore, 020725 is the only code that precisely corresponds to frozen whole turkeys.
Chapter
Chapter 02 covers meat and edible offal, including fresh, chilled, frozen, dried, smoked, salted and other types of animal meat and edible offal. This chapter involves cattle, pigs, sheep, horses, donkeys, mules, poultry, rabbits, game, frog legs, etc., but excludes live animals (Chapter 01), animal fats (Chapter 15), meat products (Chapter 16), and unrendered edible offal (such as intestines, bladders, stomachs). Goods in this chapter are central to the food trade, and classification requires attention to animal species, degree of processing, condition (fresh/chilled/frozen), and whether bone-in.
Heading
Heading 0207 covers fresh, chilled, frozen meat and edible offal of poultry (chickens, ducks, geese, turkeys, guinea fowls). It specifically includes whole birds (unseparated), cuts (such as legs, breasts, wings) and offal (liver, heart, gizzard, etc.). This heading is subdivided by poultry species and condition, with turkey products listed under separate subheadings, reflecting their importance in international trade. Note: fresh or chilled poultry meat and frozen poultry meat fall under different subheadings, and temperature condition must be strictly distinguished during classification.
Digit Breakdown
Code 020725 is a six-digit subheading: the first 2 digits "02" represent Chapter 02 (meat and edible offal); digits 3-4 "07" represent heading 0207 (poultry meat and offal); digits 5-6 "25" represent subheading 020725, specifically frozen whole turkeys. Among these, "25" under 0207 corresponds to turkey products, while 020724 is fresh or chilled whole turkeys, 020726 is frozen turkey cuts and offal, and 020727 is frozen turkey livers. Therefore, 020725 applies only to frozen whole turkeys and does not include cuts or offal.
Classification Basis
This product is a frozen whole turkey, which meets the definition of heading 0207 "poultry meat" and is in a frozen state. Within the turkey subheadings, whole birds, cuts, and offal are listed separately, and 020725 specifically targets frozen whole turkeys. If fresh or chilled, it should be classified under 020724; if frozen cuts or offal, it should be classified under 020726 or 020727. Therefore, 020725 is the only code that precisely corresponds to frozen whole turkeys.
📝 Declaration Elements
Product Name: The Chinese and English names of the goods should be filled in, such as "冻藏整只火鸡" and "Frozen whole turkey", ensuring consistency with the HS code description. Brand Type: Fill in according to the actual situation: no brand, domestic independent brand, domestic acquired brand, foreign brand (OEM production), foreign brand (other). Export Preference Status: If exporting to a country or region that enjoys tariff preferences, fill in "export preference enjoyed" or "no preference enjoyed", and indicate the agreement name. Method of Production or Preservation: Fill in "frozen", and indicate whether boneless, whether whole, etc. For example: "frozen, whole, bone-in". Condition: Clearly fill in "whole", and indicate whether bone-in, whether eviscerated, etc. For example: "whole, bone-in, eviscerated". Turkey Breed: If known, the specific breed may be filled in, such as "Whitefeather turkey", etc., but it is not mandatory. Specification: Fill in the weight range per bird, such as "5-7kg/bird", or fill in according to customer requirements. Packaging Specification: Fill in the packaging method and quantity per carton, such as "polyethylene bag, 10 birds/carton". Product Name: Frozen whole turkey; Brand Type: Foreign brand (OEM production); Export Preference Status: No preference enjoyed; Method of Production or Preservation: Frozen, whole, bone-in; Condition: Whole, bone-in, eviscerated; Turkey Breed: Whitefeather turkey; Specification: 6-8kg/bird; Packaging Specification: Polyethylene bag, 5 birds/carton. Incorrectly classifying frozen whole turkeys under 020726 (frozen turkey cuts and offal), resulting in a coding error. In the declaration elements, "Method of Production or Preservation" is filled in only as "frozen" without specifying "whole", which may trigger classification disputes. Ignoring "Export Preference Status", missing tariff preferences or leading to inaccurate declaration.
Product Name
The Chinese and English names of the goods should be filled in, such as "冻藏整只火鸡" and "Frozen whole turkey", ensuring consistency with the HS code description.
⚠️ Incorrectly filling in "frozen turkey legs" or "frozen turkey meat", resulting in inconsistency with the code.
Brand Type
Fill in according to the actual situation: no brand, domestic independent brand, domestic acquired brand, foreign brand (OEM production), foreign brand (other).
⚠️ Reporting OEM production as an independent brand, or omitting the brand type.
Export Preference Status
If exporting to a country or region that enjoys tariff preferences, fill in "export preference enjoyed" or "no preference enjoyed", and indicate the agreement name.
⚠️ Ignoring this element, resulting in failure to enjoy preferential tariffs.
Method of Production or Preservation
Fill in "frozen", and indicate whether boneless, whether whole, etc. For example: "frozen, whole, bone-in".
⚠️ Filling in only "frozen" without specifying whole or cut form.
Condition
Clearly fill in "whole", and indicate whether bone-in, whether eviscerated, etc. For example: "whole, bone-in, eviscerated".
⚠️ Failing to indicate bone-in or boneless, or incorrectly filling in "cut".
Turkey Breed
If known, the specific breed may be filled in, such as "Whitefeather turkey", etc., but it is not mandatory.
⚠️ Incorrectly filling in other poultry breeds as turkey breeds.
Specification
Fill in the weight range per bird, such as "5-7kg/bird", or fill in according to customer requirements.
⚠️ Unclear specification, such as writing only "large" or "small".
Packaging Specification
Fill in the packaging method and quantity per carton, such as "polyethylene bag, 10 birds/carton".
⚠️ Packaging specification inconsistent with the actual situation, such as omitting the quantity per carton.
Incorrectly classifying frozen whole turkeys under 020726 (frozen turkey cuts and offal), resulting in a coding error.
In the declaration elements, "Method of Production or Preservation" is filled in only as "frozen" without specifying "whole", which may trigger classification disputes.
Ignoring "Export Preference Status", missing tariff preferences or leading to inaccurate declaration.
🎯 Classification Logic
Core criteria for classification: 1) Animal species is turkey; 2) Condition is frozen; 3) Form is whole (unseparated). According to General Rules 1 and 6 of HS classification, frozen whole turkeys should be classified under subheading 020725. If fresh or chilled, classify under 020724; if frozen cuts or offal, classify under 020726 or 020727. At the same time, attention should be paid to distinguishing them from other poultry under 0207 (such as chickens and ducks), as turkey products are listed under separate subheadings. 020724 Fresh or chilled whole turkeys: The core difference lies in temperature condition: 020724 is fresh or chilled, while 020725 is frozen. If the turkey has not undergone freezing treatment, it should be classified under 020724. 020726 Frozen turkey cuts and offal: 020726 applies to cuts (such as legs, breasts, wings) and offal (heart, gizzard, etc.), while 020725 applies only to whole turkeys. Form is the key distinguishing factor. 020727 Frozen turkey livers: 020727 specifically refers to frozen turkey livers, which are a type of offal. If the product is turkey liver, even if frozen, it should be classified under 020727, not 020725. 020714 Frozen chicken cuts and offal: 020714 targets chicken products, while 020725 targets turkeys. Animal species is the fundamental difference and must be confirmed through species identification. 160231 Turkey products: 160231 refers to turkey meat products that have undergone further processing (such as seasoning or cooking), while 020725 refers to unprocessed frozen whole turkeys. Degree of processing is the key distinguishing factor. Confirm the product is turkey, not other poultry. Confirm the condition is frozen, not fresh, chilled, or processed. Confirm the form is whole, not cut. Confirm it has not undergone deep processing such as seasoning or cooking. Verify that the declaration elements are fully consistent with the code description.
Basis
Core criteria for classification: 1) Animal species is turkey; 2) Condition is frozen; 3) Form is whole (unseparated). According to General Rules 1 and 6 of HS classification, frozen whole turkeys should be classified under subheading 020725. If fresh or chilled, classify under 020724; if frozen cuts or offal, classify under 020726 or 020727. At the same time, attention should be paid to distinguishing them from other poultry under 0207 (such as chickens and ducks), as turkey products are listed under separate subheadings.
Confused Codes：
020724 - Fresh or chilled whole turkeys
The core difference lies in temperature condition: 020724 is fresh or chilled, while 020725 is frozen. If the turkey has not undergone freezing treatment, it should be classified under 020724.
020726 - Frozen turkey cuts and offal
020726 applies to cuts (such as legs, breasts, wings) and offal (heart, gizzard, etc.), while 020725 applies only to whole turkeys. Form is the key distinguishing factor.
020727 - Frozen turkey livers
020727 specifically refers to frozen turkey livers, which are a type of offal. If the product is turkey liver, even if frozen, it should be classified under 020727, not 020725.
020714 - Frozen chicken cuts and offal
020714 targets chicken products, while 020725 targets turkeys. Animal species is the fundamental difference and must be confirmed through species identification.
160231 - Turkey products
160231 refers to turkey meat products that have undergone further processing (such as seasoning or cooking), while 020725 refers to unprocessed frozen whole turkeys. Degree of processing is the key distinguishing factor.
Self-Check：
✓ Confirm the product is turkey, not other poultry.
✓ Confirm the condition is frozen, not fresh, chilled, or processed.
✓ Confirm the form is whole, not cut.
✓ Confirm it has not undergone deep processing such as seasoning or cooking.
✓ Verify that the declaration elements are fully consistent with the code description.
❓ FAQ
How can it be determined whether a turkey is "whole"? "Whole" refers to a complete poultry body that has not been cut, usually eviscerated and with head and feet removed, but maintaining its overall form. If it has been cut into legs, breasts, etc., it is not whole and should be classified under 020726. What is the difference in codes between frozen whole turkeys and fresh or chilled whole turkeys? Fresh or chilled whole turkeys are classified under 020724, while frozen whole turkeys are classified under 020725. Temperature condition is the key distinction; frozen means the core temperature is below -18°C. If the turkey is soaked in brine before freezing, does that affect classification? If the brine soaking is only for preservation and does not change the basic characteristics of the product, it can still be classified under 020725. However, if the soaking makes the product a seasoned product or deep-processed product, it may be classified under Chapter 16. What certificates are required to export frozen whole turkeys to the EU? Generally, a veterinary health certificate issued by the official authority of the exporting country, a certificate of origin, etc. are required. The specifics depend on EU regulations and bilateral agreements, and it is advisable to consult the local customs authority. How can the tariff rate for 020725 be checked? It can be checked in China Customs' Import and Export Tariff or through the General Administration of Customs website and the International Trade Single Window. Tariff rates may vary by country and trade agreement, and information such as origin must be provided. What are the consequences of incorrectly classifying frozen whole turkeys under 020726? It may lead to inaccurate declaration and result in customs penalties such as fines, supplementary duties, and even affect the enterprise's credit rating. Classification errors can also lead to tariff differences and should be corrected promptly. How should cross-border e-commerce sales of frozen whole turkeys be declared? Cross-border e-commerce should declare under general trade or cross-border e-commerce retail export modes, provide complete declaration elements, and ensure compliance with inspection and quarantine requirements. It is recommended to use code 020725. Does turkey breed affect HS code classification? HS code 020725 does not distinguish turkey breeds; all frozen whole turkeys are classified under this code. However, breed may affect inspection and quarantine requirements and should be indicated at the time of declaration.
Q: How can it be determined whether a turkey is "whole"?
A: "Whole" refers to a complete poultry body that has not been cut, usually eviscerated and with head and feet removed, but maintaining its overall form. If it has been cut into legs, breasts, etc., it is not whole and should be classified under 020726.
Q: What is the difference in codes between frozen whole turkeys and fresh or chilled whole turkeys?
A: Fresh or chilled whole turkeys are classified under 020724, while frozen whole turkeys are classified under 020725. Temperature condition is the key distinction; frozen means the core temperature is below -18°C.
Q: If the turkey is soaked in brine before freezing, does that affect classification?
A: If the brine soaking is only for preservation and does not change the basic characteristics of the product, it can still be classified under 020725. However, if the soaking makes the product a seasoned product or deep-processed product, it may be classified under Chapter 16.
Q: What certificates are required to export frozen whole turkeys to the EU?
A: Generally, a veterinary health certificate issued by the official authority of the exporting country, a certificate of origin, etc. are required. The specifics depend on EU regulations and bilateral agreements, and it is advisable to consult the local customs authority.
Q: How can the tariff rate for 020725 be checked?
A: It can be checked in China Customs' Import and Export Tariff or through the General Administration of Customs website and the International Trade Single Window. Tariff rates may vary by country and trade agreement, and information such as origin must be provided.
Q: What are the consequences of incorrectly classifying frozen whole turkeys under 020726?
A: It may lead to inaccurate declaration and result in customs penalties such as fines, supplementary duties, and even affect the enterprise's credit rating. Classification errors can also lead to tariff differences and should be corrected promptly.
Q: How should cross-border e-commerce sales of frozen whole turkeys be declared?
A: Cross-border e-commerce should declare under general trade or cross-border e-commerce retail export modes, provide complete declaration elements, and ensure compliance with inspection and quarantine requirements. It is recommended to use code 020725.
Q: Does turkey breed affect HS code classification?
A: HS code 020725 does not distinguish turkey breeds; all frozen whole turkeys are classified under this code. However, breed may affect inspection and quarantine requirements and should be indicated at the time of declaration.
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