What interventions are recommended to control Salmonella in frozen boneless beef?

The FAO/WHO report outlines a series of hazard‑based and good‑hygiene‑practice interventions covering on‑farm measures, transport, processing up to step 18, and additional controls during packaging and distribution to reduce Salmonella risk in beef.

What are the main disease threats to the beef supply chain?

Key diseases affecting cattle include Foot and Mouth Disease, Contagious Bovine Pleuropneumonia, and Lumpy Skin Disease. Each can cause significant production losses, trade restrictions, and require specific control measures such as vaccination and biosecurity.

How is the beef value chain organized in Bangladesh?

In Bangladesh the beef value chain starts with mixed‑farming households raising cattle, proceeds through primary production, transport, processing, and ends with retail and food‑service markets. Bottlenecks in rearing and downstream processing limit the sector’s ability to lift rural households out of poverty.

Frozen Boneless Beef

Frozen boneless beef is boneless cuts of bovine meat that are stored at frozen temperatures for trade.

Prices, specifications and international trade for frozen boneless beef under HS 020230.

Frozen Boneless Beef Price

$6,986USD/t

Published reference · Jul 1, 2026

Frozen Boneless Beef Historical Unit Values

Frozen boneless beef is quoted in USD/t at BRA. Historical customs values may differ from the headline reference.

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Frozen Boneless Beef Exports and Imports

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Brazil led reported frozen boneless beef exports in 2025, at $14.4B.

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Frozen Boneless Beef Specifications and Quality

Published quality information for frozen boneless beef under HS 020230.

Common Defects

Recorded defects for frozen boneless beef include Salmonella contamination.

Salmonella contamination
Presence of Salmonella spp. in beef can arise from inadequate hygiene during slaughter, processing, or post‑packaging handling.

Frozen Boneless Beef Facts and HS Code

Frozen boneless beef belongs to cattle and beef within protein and dairy. Its customs classification covers HS 020230.

Frozen Boneless Beef HS Code

Also known as	Beef trimmings 90CL, Beef trimmings 50CL, Frozen beef, India export
Scientific name	Bos taurus
Product type	Raw
Form	Frozen
Position in the chain	Primary
Category	Cattle and beef — Protein and dairy
HS codes	020230
Quoted in	USD/t
Reference location	BRA

Production & Handling

Processing steps for frozen boneless beef include On‑farm production, Transport and lairage, Slaughter and primary processing.

Production and Storage

Perishability	High
Temperature regime	Frozen
Production methods	Farmed
Processing steps	On‑farm production Transport and lairage Slaughter and primary processing Packaging Distribution to consumption

Uses & Risks

Frozen boneless beef uses, related products and documented risks.

Sourcing risks

Risk	Category	Severity	Mitigation
Contagious bovine pleuropneumonia (CBPP) DiseaseHigh Bacterial lung disease of cattle causing fever, respiratory signs and up to 50 % mortality if untreated.	Disease	High	Vaccination campaigns and movement controls are the main control measures.
Foot and mouth disease (FMD) DiseaseHigh A highly contagious viral disease of cattle that can cause production losses and restrict trade.	Disease	High	Vaccination, strict biosecurity, and early detection are used to limit outbreaks.
Lumpy skin disease (LSD) DiseaseMedium Vector‑borne poxvirus disease causing skin nodules, reduced milk production and hide damage.	Disease	Medium	Vector control, vaccination and movement restrictions reduce spread.

Frozen Boneless Beef Questions

What interventions are recommended to control Salmonella in frozen boneless beef?: The FAO/WHO report outlines a series of hazard‑based and good‑hygiene‑practice interventions covering on‑farm measures, transport, processing up to step 18, and additional controls during packaging and distribution to reduce Salmonella risk in beef.
What are the main disease threats to the beef supply chain?: Key diseases affecting cattle include Foot and Mouth Disease, Contagious Bovine Pleuropneumonia, and Lumpy Skin Disease. Each can cause significant production losses, trade restrictions, and require specific control measures such as vaccination and biosecurity.
How is the beef value chain organized in Bangladesh?: In Bangladesh the beef value chain starts with mixed‑farming households raising cattle, proceeds through primary production, transport, processing, and ends with retail and food‑service markets. Bottlenecks in rearing and downstream processing limit the sector’s ability to lift rural households out of poverty.