Preserved pork hams and shoulders imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
The United Kingdom imported $10.0 million of preserved pork hams and shoulders in 2024 (986 tonnes). Its share of world imports was 3%. Value fell 19% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 5% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2018, at $18.7 million.
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 | $10.0M | 986 t |
| 2023 | $12.3M | 1.5K t |
| 2022 | $11.9M | 1.6K t |
| 2021 | $15.4M | 3.2K t |
| 2020 | $17.6M | 3.9K t |
| 2019 | $18.6M | 4.7K t |
| 2018 | $18.7M | 4.9K t |
| 2017 | $14.4M | 3.3K t |
Where the United Kingdom imports preserved pork hams and shoulders from
The largest suppliers were Spain (44%), Ireland (32%), Italy (9%). Among the main suppliers, Poland grew fastest (+78% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Spain | $4.4M | 44% |
| Ireland | $3.2M | 32% |
| Italy | $915K | 9.1% |
| Poland | $408K | 4.1% |
| France | $372K | 3.7% |
| Netherlands | $356K | 3.6% |
| Romania | $133K | 1.3% |
| Lithuania | $79K | 0.8% |
| Hungary | $76K | 0.8% |
| Portugal | $37K | 0.4% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $10.16 per kg, 44% above the world average of $7.08. 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.
Preserved pork hams and shoulders exports from the United Kingdom
Exports of preserved pork hams and shoulders by the United Kingdom reached $2.4 million in 2024 (855 tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. Ireland alone took 67% of it. Among the main buyer markets, Hong Kong grew fastest (+158% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Ireland | $1.6M | 67% |
| Hong Kong | $318K | 13% |
| China | $156K | 6.6% |
| Philippines | $131K | 5.5% |
| Netherlands | $51K | 2.2% |
| France | $40K | 1.7% |
| Spain | $23K | 1% |
| Belgium | $17K | 0.7% |
| Falkland Isds (Malvinas) | $17K | 0.7% |
| Saint Helena | $10K | 0.4% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom preserved pork hams and shoulders imports (HS 0210.11): 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 0210.11: Meat: salted, in brine, dried or smoked, of swine, hams, shoulders and cuts thereof, with bone in.
Common questions
What is the value of preserved pork hams and shoulders imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported preserved pork hams and shoulders worth $10.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 986 tonnes. That ranks it 11th of 176 countries worldwide, with 3% of world imports. The value was down 19% on 2023.
Which countries supply preserved pork hams and shoulders to the United Kingdom?
Spain was the largest supplier with 44% of the value ($4.4 million), followed by Ireland (32%) and Italy (9%). The top three together account for 85%, out of 23 supplier countries in total. Poland grew fastest among the top ten, up 78% on the year.
What is the average import price of preserved pork hams and shoulders per kg?
The average declared import value was about $10.16 per kg in 2024, 44% above the world average of $7.08 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of preserved pork hams and shoulders to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $14.4 million in 2017 to $10.0 million in 2024, a fall of 30%. The peak was 2018 at $18.7 million. Over 8 years the average was $14.9 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export preserved pork hams and shoulders?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $2.4 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Ireland, Hong Kong and China. On balance the United Kingdom is a net importer of this product, by about $7.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for preserved pork hams and shoulders?
The HS code for preserved pork hams and shoulders is subheading 0210.11. It sits in HS chapter 02 (meat and edible meat offal). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 0210 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
The totals here are public statistics; the company-level detail sits in EximDataX, which has a direct customs feed for the United Kingdom. Tell us your product to see it live.
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