HS Heading 0208 : Other meat and edible meat offal, fresh, chilled or frozen
HEADING DEFINITION & DISAMBIGUATION
HS Heading 0208 encompasses other meat and edible meat offal, fresh, chilled or frozen. It classifies 6 6-digit WCO subheadings within Chapter 02 under the Harmonized System [USITC HTS 2026].
Subheadings Under Heading 0208
| HS Code | WCO 6-Digit Subheading Description | Chapter | Operational Package |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0208.10 | Other meat and edible meat offal, fresh, chilled or frozen, Of rabbits or hares | 02 | View 0208.10 Package → |
| 0208.30 | Other meat and edible meat offal, fresh, chilled or frozen, Of primates | 02 | View 0208.30 Package → |
| 0208.40 | Other meat and edible meat offal, fresh, chilled or frozen, Of whales, dolphins and porpoises (mammals of the order Cetacea); of manatees and dugongs (mammals of the order Sirenia); of seals, sea lions and walruses (mammals of the suborder Pinnipedia). | 02 | View 0208.40 Package → |
| 0208.50 | Other meat and edible meat offal, fresh, chilled or frozen, Of reptiles (including snakes and turtles) | 02 | View 0208.50 Package → |
| 0208.60 | Of camels and other camelids (Camelidae) | 02 | View 0208.60 Package → |
| 0208.90 | Other | 02 | View 0208.90 Package → |
DISAMBIGUATION & CLASSIFICATION GUIDE
How to Select the Correct Subheading Under Heading 0208
Commercial shipments must be declared under the exact 6-digit WCO subheading that matches physical, chemical, or processing characteristics. Review the subheading descriptions above and verify against binding CBP CROSS rulings prior to entry filing.
Official Primary Sources & Authority References
USITC HTS Heading 0208 ↗
United States International Trade Commission official Harmonized Tariff Schedule.
CBP CROSS Rulings ↗
CBP e-Rulings database for Heading 0208 precedent rulings.
WCO Nomenclature ↗
World Customs Organization Harmonized System 2022 nomenclature standard.
U.S. Census Foreign Trade ↗
U.S. Census Bureau HTS-to-NAICS concordance and Schedule B export database.
Heading 0208 Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What commercial articles are grouped under HS Heading 0208?
HS Heading 0208 covers Other meat and edible meat offal, fresh, chilled or frozen, grouping 6 6-digit WCO subheadings.
How are 6-digit subheadings structured under Heading 0208?
Subheadings under Heading 0208 range from 0208.11 to 0208.90, classifying goods by processing state, origin, or material composition.
What is the representative US import duty rate for Heading 0208?
US MFN general duty rates for Heading 0208 commodities range from Duty-Free up to representative ad valorem percentages under the 2026 US HTS.
Are Section 301 tariffs applicable to goods under Heading 0208?
Section 301 additional tariffs depend on the specific 8-digit or 10-digit US HTS code and country of origin (e.g. China Lists 1–4A).
What PGA message set flags apply to Heading 0208?
Partner Government Agency flags (FDA, USDA APHIS, EPA) apply depending on the specific commodity sub-classification.
How do I distinguish between subheadings under Heading 0208?
Review WCO subheading terms and candidate descriptions. For example, unroasted vs. roasted or decaffeinated vs. non-decaffeinated.
Can goods under Heading 0208 enter duty-free under USMCA?
Yes. Goods originating in USMCA territories (US, Mexico, Canada) enter duty-free under SPI code P with a valid Certificate of Origin.
What is the Section 321 de minimis limit for Heading 0208?
Eligible import shipments valued at $800 USD or less imported by one person on one day enter duty-free under 19 U.S.C. 1321.
What documents are required for formal customs entry of Heading 0208?
Commercial Invoice, Packing List, Bill of Lading, and CBP Form 7501 are mandatory for entries exceeding $2,500 USD.
How can an importer get a binding CBP classification ruling for Heading 0208?
Importers may apply for a binding ruling via CBP National Commodity Specialist Division under 19 CFR Part 177.