What is the exact definition of goat meat?

Goat meat is the flesh of goats that is sold fresh, chilled, or frozen.

How should goat meat be stored to maintain quality?

Keep goat meat refrigerated at 0‑4 °C or frozen at –18 °C or below. Ensure it is well‑wrapped to prevent moisture loss and contamination.

Typical processing includes trimming, cutting into portions, and packaging in vacuum‑sealed or airtight containers to preserve freshness.

Goat meat is the flesh of goats used as a protein source. It is sold fresh, chilled or frozen for consumption.

Prices, specifications and international trade for goat meat under HS 020450.

$6,452USD/t

Published reference · Jul 1, 2026

Goat Meat Historical Unit Values

Goat meat is quoted in USD/t at AUS. Historical customs values may differ from the headline reference.

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Australia led reported goat meat exports in 2025, at $300M.

Goat meat belongs to sheep, goat and other meat within protein and dairy. Its customs classification covers HS 020450.

Form	Fresh
Category	Sheep, goat and other meat — Protein and dairy
HS codes	020450
Quoted in	USD/t
Reference location	AUS

Processing steps for goat meat include Slaughter, Cutting, Chilling.

Processing steps	Slaughter Cutting Chilling Freezing

Goat meat is used in Fresh consumption and Culinary dishes.

Downstream industries	Food service, Retail, Food manufacturing

Risk	Category	Severity	Mitigation
Bacterial contamination Food safetyHigh Improper handling or inadequate cooking can allow pathogens such as Salmonella or E. coli to survive in goat meat, posing food‑borne illness risk.	Food safety	High	Implement strict hygiene, rapid chilling, and thorough cooking to internal temperatures of at least 71 °C.
Parasitic infection (e.g., Trichinella) DiseaseMedium Goat meat can harbor parasites like Trichinella spiralis if animals are infected and meat is undercooked.	Disease	Medium	Source meat from certified parasite‑free herds and ensure proper cooking or freezing protocols.
Species substitution FraudMedium Goat meat may be fraudulently mixed with or replaced by cheaper meats such as lamb or beef, misleading consumers and affecting market integrity.	Fraud	Medium	Use DNA testing and supply chain verification to confirm species authenticity.

What is the exact definition of goat meat?: Goat meat is the flesh of goats that is sold fresh, chilled, or frozen.
How should goat meat be stored to maintain quality?: Keep goat meat refrigerated at 0‑4 °C or frozen at –18 °C or below. Ensure it is well‑wrapped to prevent moisture loss and contamination.
What are common processing methods for goat meat before sale?: Typical processing includes trimming, cutting into portions, and packaging in vacuum‑sealed or airtight containers to preserve freshness.