Chapter 02 covers 'Meat and edible meat offal', including all animal meat, edible offal, blood, and animal fats suitable for human consumption. This chapter is subdivided by animal species (bovine, swine, sheep, poultry, etc.) and degree of processing (fresh, chilled, frozen, dried, smoked, etc.). Note: This chapter does not include live animals (Chapter 01), fish (Chapter 03), or prepared meat products (Chapter 16). Heading 0207 specifically covers meat and edible meat offal of poultry, including chickens, ducks, geese, turkeys, guinea fowls, etc. Under this heading, it is further divided by poultry species and cuts (whole, cuts, offal). 'Whole' refers to an undivided poultry carcass, which is still considered whole even if head, feet, or viscera have been removed. Code 020742 consists of 6 digits: the first 2 digits '02' represent Chapter 02 (Meat and edible meat offal); digits 3-4 '07' represent heading 0207 (Meat and edible meat offal of poultry); digits 5-6 '42' are the subheading, where '4' indicates geese and '2' indicates frozen whole. Specifically, under 0207: 41 is fresh or chilled whole geese, 42 is frozen whole geese, 43 is fresh or chilled goose cuts and offal, 44 is frozen goose cuts and offal. Therefore, 020742 specifically refers to frozen whole geese. This product is a frozen whole goose, which conforms to heading 0207 (poultry meat) and is not cut into pieces, so it is classified under subheading 020742. If fresh or chilled, it would be classified under 020741; if goose cuts or offal, under 020743 or 020744; if other live animals, under Chapter 01; if cooked or further processed, under Chapter 16.
Chapter
Chapter 02 covers 'Meat and edible meat offal', including all animal meat, edible offal, blood, and animal fats suitable for human consumption. This chapter is subdivided by animal species (bovine, swine, sheep, poultry, etc.) and degree of processing (fresh, chilled, frozen, dried, smoked, etc.). Note: This chapter does not include live animals (Chapter 01), fish (Chapter 03), or prepared meat products (Chapter 16).
Heading
Heading 0207 specifically covers meat and edible meat offal of poultry, including chickens, ducks, geese, turkeys, guinea fowls, etc. Under this heading, it is further divided by poultry species and cuts (whole, cuts, offal). 'Whole' refers to an undivided poultry carcass, which is still considered whole even if head, feet, or viscera have been removed.
Digit Breakdown
Code 020742 consists of 6 digits: the first 2 digits '02' represent Chapter 02 (Meat and edible meat offal); digits 3-4 '07' represent heading 0207 (Meat and edible meat offal of poultry); digits 5-6 '42' are the subheading, where '4' indicates geese and '2' indicates frozen whole. Specifically, under 0207: 41 is fresh or chilled whole geese, 42 is frozen whole geese, 43 is fresh or chilled goose cuts and offal, 44 is frozen goose cuts and offal. Therefore, 020742 specifically refers to frozen whole geese.
Classification Basis
This product is a frozen whole goose, which conforms to heading 0207 (poultry meat) and is not cut into pieces, so it is classified under subheading 020742. If fresh or chilled, it would be classified under 020741; if goose cuts or offal, under 020743 or 020744; if other live animals, under Chapter 01; if cooked or further processed, under Chapter 16.
📝 Declaration Elements
Product Name: Fill in the accurate name of the product, such as 'frozen whole goose', avoiding colloquial names or brand names. Method of Production or Preservation: Specify the freezing method, such as 'frozen', 'quick-frozen', etc., which must correspond to the HS code. State: Indicate whether head, feet, viscera, etc. have been removed, such as 'whole, head removed, feet removed, viscera removed'. Species: Specify the poultry species, such as 'goose', not generically 'poultry'. Brand: Fill in the manufacturer's or exporter's brand; if no brand, fill in 'None'. Specifications: Fill in weight per unit, packaging specifications, etc., such as '1.5-2.0kg/piece, 10 pieces/carton'. Origin: Fill in the country or region of origin, such as 'China'. Production Date: Fill in the slaughter or packaging date in YYYY-MM-DD format. Product Name: Frozen whole goose; Method of Production or Preservation: Frozen; State: Whole, head removed, feet removed, viscera removed; Species: Goose; Brand: XX; Specifications: 1.8kg/piece, 10 pieces/carton; Origin: China; Production Date: 2025-01-15. Incorrectly classifying frozen whole goose under 020741 (fresh or chilled), ignoring the temperature state. Misreporting frozen goose cuts as whole, causing confusion between codes 020744 and 020742. Failing to declare 'whole' status, customs may classify as cuts. Ignoring the distinction between 'goose' and 'duck', incorrectly classifying under 020732 or 020734.
Product Name
Fill in the accurate name of the product, such as 'frozen whole goose', avoiding colloquial names or brand names.
⚠️ Incorrectly writing 'frozen goose meat' or 'goose meat cuts', failing to reflect the 'whole' status.
Method of Production or Preservation
Specify the freezing method, such as 'frozen', 'quick-frozen', etc., which must correspond to the HS code.
⚠️ Filling in 'chilled' or 'fresh-kept', which does not match frozen.
State
Indicate whether head, feet, viscera, etc. have been removed, such as 'whole, head removed, feet removed, viscera removed'.
⚠️ Failing to indicate whether cut, leading to classification disputes.
Species
Specify the poultry species, such as 'goose', not generically 'poultry'.
⚠️ Incorrectly writing 'duck' or 'chicken', causing coding errors.
Brand
Fill in the manufacturer's or exporter's brand; if no brand, fill in 'None'.
⚠️ Brand inconsistent with actual goods, affecting customs inspection.
Specifications
Fill in weight per unit, packaging specifications, etc., such as '1.5-2.0kg/piece, 10 pieces/carton'.
⚠️ Vague specifications, such as 'large', not conducive to customs review.
Origin
Fill in the country or region of origin, such as 'China'.
⚠️ Confusing origin with trading country, leading to misapplication of rules of origin.
Production Date
Fill in the slaughter or packaging date in YYYY-MM-DD format.
⚠️ Incorrect date format or missing, affecting traceability.
Example： Product Name: Frozen whole goose; Method of Production or Preservation: Frozen; State: Whole, head removed, feet removed, viscera removed; Species: Goose; Brand: XX; Specifications: 1.8kg/piece, 10 pieces/carton; Origin: China; Production Date: 2025-01-15.
Common Mistakes：
Incorrectly classifying frozen whole goose under 020741 (fresh or chilled), ignoring the temperature state.
Misreporting frozen goose cuts as whole, causing confusion between codes 020744 and 020742.
Failing to declare 'whole' status, customs may classify as cuts.
Ignoring the distinction between 'goose' and 'duck', incorrectly classifying under 020732 or 020734.
🎯 Classification Logic
Core classification basis: 1) The product is meat of poultry (goose); 2) The state is frozen; 3) It remains whole, not cut. According to HS rules, frozen whole goose should be classified under 020742. If cut, under 020744; if fresh or chilled, under 020741. Also note that Chapter 02 does not include cooked or further processed meat (Chapter 16). 020741 Fresh or chilled whole geese: Only temperature state differs; fresh or chilled goes here, frozen goes to 020742. 020743 Fresh or chilled goose cuts and offal: Product is cut goose pieces or offal, and not frozen. 020744 Frozen goose cuts and offal: Frozen but cut, not whole, so classified here. 020732 Fresh or chilled whole ducks: Poultry species is duck, not goose. 160231 Prepared or preserved goose meat: Has undergone cooking, seasoning, or other further processing, beyond Chapter 02. Is the product confirmed to be frozen? Is it confirmed to be whole and not cut? Is the poultry confirmed to be goose? Are fresh, chilled, or further processed excluded? Is the subheading level verified as correct?
Basis
Core classification basis: 1) The product is meat of poultry (goose); 2) The state is frozen; 3) It remains whole, not cut. According to HS rules, frozen whole goose should be classified under 020742. If cut, under 020744; if fresh or chilled, under 020741. Also note that Chapter 02 does not include cooked or further processed meat (Chapter 16).
Confused Codes：
020741 - Fresh or chilled whole geese
Only temperature state differs; fresh or chilled goes here, frozen goes to 020742.
020743 - Fresh or chilled goose cuts and offal
Product is cut goose pieces or offal, and not frozen.
020744 - Frozen goose cuts and offal
Frozen but cut, not whole, so classified here.
020732 - Fresh or chilled whole ducks
Poultry species is duck, not goose.
160231 - Prepared or preserved goose meat
Has undergone cooking, seasoning, or other further processing, beyond Chapter 02.
Self-Check：
✓ Is the product confirmed to be frozen?
✓ Is it confirmed to be whole and not cut?
✓ Is the poultry confirmed to be goose?
✓ Are fresh, chilled, or further processed excluded?
✓ Is the subheading level verified as correct?
❓ FAQ
What is the difference in HS codes between frozen whole goose and frozen goose cuts? Frozen whole goose is classified under 020742, while frozen goose cuts and offal are classified under 020744. The key difference is whether it remains whole and uncut. If head, feet, and viscera are removed but it is still whole, it remains under 020742; if cut into pieces, under 020744. How to inquire about the import tariff rate for frozen whole goose? Tariff rates vary by country, trade agreement, and annual adjustments. It is recommended to check the latest rates through the General Administration of Customs website, International Trade Single Window, or professional customs declaration systems. Also confirm the origin to apply agreement rates. How should 'Method of Production or Preservation' be filled in during declaration? It should be filled as 'frozen' or 'quick-frozen', not 'chilled' or 'fresh-kept'. If frozen, specify the freezing temperature (e.g., below -18°C) to prove compliance with the frozen definition. If the goose has had its head and feet removed, does it affect classification? No. According to HS notes, whole poultry is still considered whole even if head, feet, or viscera are removed. Therefore, it remains under 020742. However, if cut into pieces, it goes under 020744. How should 'State' be described in the declaration elements for frozen whole goose? It should be described in detail, such as 'whole, head removed, feet removed, viscera removed' or 'whole, with viscera', etc. Avoid simply writing 'whole'; specify the exact processing method for accurate customs classification. What rules of origin apply when importing frozen whole goose from the EU? It depends on the China-EU origin agreement or WTO most-favored-nation treatment. Usually, a certificate of origin is required, and the wholly obtained or substantial transformation criteria must be met. Consult customs or a professional advisor for details. What are the inspection and quarantine requirements for frozen whole goose? Import must comply with the inspection and quarantine regulations of the General Administration of Customs of China, including official quarantine certificates from the exporting country, registration of production enterprises, labeling requirements, etc. Refer to the 'Administrative Measures for Import and Export Food Safety' and related announcements. What are the consequences of incorrectly classifying frozen whole goose under 020744? It may lead to classification errors, affecting tariff application and regulatory conditions. Customs may require duty repayment, fines, or even affect enterprise credit. It is recommended to carefully verify the product state before declaration or apply for advance classification.
Q: What is the difference in HS codes between frozen whole goose and frozen goose cuts?
A: Frozen whole goose is classified under 020742, while frozen goose cuts and offal are classified under 020744. The key difference is whether it remains whole and uncut. If head, feet, and viscera are removed but it is still whole, it remains under 020742; if cut into pieces, under 020744.
Q: How to inquire about the import tariff rate for frozen whole goose?
A: Tariff rates vary by country, trade agreement, and annual adjustments. It is recommended to check the latest rates through the General Administration of Customs website, International Trade Single Window, or professional customs declaration systems. Also confirm the origin to apply agreement rates.
Q: How should 'Method of Production or Preservation' be filled in during declaration?
A: It should be filled as 'frozen' or 'quick-frozen', not 'chilled' or 'fresh-kept'. If frozen, specify the freezing temperature (e.g., below -18°C) to prove compliance with the frozen definition.
Q: If the goose has had its head and feet removed, does it affect classification?
A: No. According to HS notes, whole poultry is still considered whole even if head, feet, or viscera are removed. Therefore, it remains under 020742. However, if cut into pieces, it goes under 020744.
Q: How should 'State' be described in the declaration elements for frozen whole goose?
A: It should be described in detail, such as 'whole, head removed, feet removed, viscera removed' or 'whole, with viscera', etc. Avoid simply writing 'whole'; specify the exact processing method for accurate customs classification.
Q: What rules of origin apply when importing frozen whole goose from the EU?
A: It depends on the China-EU origin agreement or WTO most-favored-nation treatment. Usually, a certificate of origin is required, and the wholly obtained or substantial transformation criteria must be met. Consult customs or a professional advisor for details.
Q: What are the inspection and quarantine requirements for frozen whole goose?
A: Import must comply with the inspection and quarantine regulations of the General Administration of Customs of China, including official quarantine certificates from the exporting country, registration of production enterprises, labeling requirements, etc. Refer to the 'Administrative Measures for Import and Export Food Safety' and related announcements.
Q: What are the consequences of incorrectly classifying frozen whole goose under 020744?
A: It may lead to classification errors, affecting tariff application and regulatory conditions. Customs may require duty repayment, fines, or even affect enterprise credit. It is recommended to carefully verify the product state before declaration or apply for advance classification.
⚠️ Disclaimer: HS code classification, declaration elements, tariff rates and regulatory conditions on this page are for reference only and do not constitute legal advice on customs classification. Tariff rates and regulations are subject to change; the latest announcements from the General Administration of Customs and on-site determinations shall prevail. Please consult professional customs brokers or customs authorities before import/export.