0204.22.20.30 - Loins

This HTS category, 0204.22.20.30, specifically classifies "Loins" derived from sheep or goats. These loins are considered "other meat of sheep, fresh or chilled" and are characterized by their bone-in structure. This classification applies to cuts that fall within the "lamb" designation, signifying meat from young sheep.

Distinguishing this category from its siblings is crucial for accurate classification. Unlike the "Shoulders" (0204.22.20.10) and "Legs" (0204.22.20.20), which represent distinct anatomical sections of the animal, "Loins" refer to a specific primal cut located along the back, typically containing tender meat and often the backbone. The "Other" category (0204.22.20.90) serves as a residual classification for any bone-in, fresh or chilled sheep meat cuts from young sheep that do not fit the definitions of shoulders, legs, or loins.

As a leaf node within the HTS system, this classification does not have further subcategories. Therefore, the focus for importers and exporters is on correctly identifying cuts that meet the anatomical and descriptive criteria of a loin, while ensuring they are sourced from young sheep (lamb) and are presented fresh or chilled with the bone in. Proper identification of this specific cut is paramount to avoid misclassification and potential customs duties discrepancies.