HS Code 160290
Miscellaneous Prepared Meats and Blood
HS code 160290 covers miscellaneous meat preparations including those made from sheep, goats, or game, as well as products based on animal blood or offal.
6-digit Section IVReefer
HS Code 160290 — Miscellaneous Prepared Meats and Blood
This is a 'catch-all' category for prepared meats, offal, or blood that do not fit into specific pork, beef, or poultry codes. It includes preparations of goat, sheep, game animals, and mixtures of different meats.
What's included
- Prepared game meat (deer, rabbit)
- Blood sausage/pudding
- Prepared mutton or lamb
- Insects (prepared/preserved)
What's excluded
- Meat extracts → use
160300(Extracts and juices have a specific subsequent heading.)
Common examples
- Canned venison stew
- Black pudding slices
- Prepared goat meat snacks
- Boiled insects in retail jars
Frequently asked questions
Does this cover pet food?
No, preparations used in animal feeding are classified under heading 2309.
Trade & shipping notes
- Typical duty range: 12% - 20%
- Documentation: Check for specific poultry or livestock bans from the country of origin.
- Typical shipping mode: Reefer
- Top exporters: New Zealand, Australia, Spain
- Top importers: United Kingdom, France, Germany
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Key takeaway
Essential code for items like blood pudding and less common game animal preparations.
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