Prepared pork products (other) imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of prepared pork products (other) by the United Kingdom reached $394.0 million in 2024 (54.8 thousand tonnes). It ranks 1st of 214 countries for imports of this product. Value fell 6% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 9% a year on average.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Imports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $394.0M | 54.8K t |
| 2023 | $420.7M | 59.9K t |
| 2022 | $387.9M | 61.2K t |
| 2021 | $254.0M | 43.9K t |
| 2020 | $332.3M | 57.5K t |
| 2019 | $223.0M | 43.6K t |
| 2018 | $237.1M | 49.0K t |
| 2017 | $218.9M | 47.8K t |
Where the United Kingdom imports prepared pork products (other) from
The largest suppliers were Ireland (48%), Poland (14%), Denmark (10%).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Ireland | $190.9M | 49% |
| Poland | $53.3M | 14% |
| Denmark | $41.2M | 11% |
| Spain | $20.8M | 5.3% |
| Germany | $20.7M | 5.3% |
| Romania | $13.3M | 3.4% |
| Belgium | $13.2M | 3.3% |
| Netherlands | $10.8M | 2.7% |
| Greece | $7.0M | 1.8% |
| Sweden | $6.1M | 1.6% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $7.19 per kg, 29% above the world average of $5.58. This usually points to higher-grade or processed goods.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Prepared pork products (other) exports from the United Kingdom
Exports of prepared pork products (other) by the United Kingdom reached $52.6 million in 2024 (10.3 thousand tonnes). Its share of world exports was 2%. One buyer market dominates: Ireland accounted for 58% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Belgium grew fastest (+72% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Ireland | $30.3M | 58% |
| France | $16.9M | 32% |
| Belgium | $1.5M | 2.9% |
| Germany | $551K | 1.1% |
| Hong Kong | $459K | 0.9% |
| Spain | $455K | 0.9% |
| Denmark | $325K | 0.6% |
| Gibraltar | $325K | 0.6% |
| Netherlands | $269K | 0.5% |
| Portugal | $200K | 0.4% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom prepared pork products (other) imports (HS 1602.49): companies, dates, quantities and declared values.
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Source: CEPII BACI (reconciled UN Comtrade data), HS 2017 edition, release 202601, Etalab Open Licence 2.0. Annual values in US dollars at the customs border; quantities in tonnes where reported. HS 1602.49: Meat preparations: of swine, meat or meat offal (including mixtures), prepared or preserved, n.e.c. in heading no. 1602.
Common questions
What is the value of prepared pork products (other) imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported prepared pork products (other) worth $394.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 54.8 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 1st of 214 countries worldwide, with 14% of world imports. The value was down 6% on 2023.
Which countries supply prepared pork products (other) to the United Kingdom?
Ireland was the largest supplier with 48% of the value ($190.9 million), followed by Poland (14%) and Denmark (10%). The top three together account for 72%, out of 36 supplier countries in total.
What is the average import price of prepared pork products (other) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $7.19 per kg in 2024, 29% above the world average of $5.58 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of prepared pork products (other) to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $218.9 million in 2017 to $394.0 million in 2024, an increase of 80%. The peak was 2023 at $420.7 million. Over 8 years the average was $308.5 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export prepared pork products (other)?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $52.6 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Ireland, France and Belgium. On balance the United Kingdom is a net importer of this product, by about $341.4 million a year.
What is the HS code for prepared pork products (other)?
The HS code for prepared pork products (other) is subheading 1602.49. It sits in HS chapter 16 (meat, fish, crustaceans, molluscs or other aquatic invertebrates, or insects; preparations thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 1602 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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