Frozen pork carcasses exports from the United States: data, top buyers and prices
Exports of frozen pork carcasses by the United States reached $33.1 million in 2024 (8.4 thousand tonnes). It ranks 2nd of 63 countries for exports of this product. Value fell 18% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 20% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2019, at $421.5 million.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Exports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $33.1M | 8.4K t |
| 2023 | $40.4M | 9.1K t |
| 2022 | $53.4M | 9.9K t |
| 2021 | $61.8M | 21.6K t |
| 2020 | $406.0M | 157.2K t |
| 2019 | $421.5M | 156.8K t |
| 2018 | $3.7M | 1.3K t |
| 2017 | $9.4M | 3.6K t |
Where the United States exports frozen pork carcasses to
China alone took 76% of it.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $25.1M | 76% |
| Dominican Republic | $3.6M | 11% |
| Colombia | $1.0M | 3.1% |
| Costa Rica | $585K | 1.8% |
| Taiwan | $545K | 1.7% |
| Philippines | $351K | 1.1% |
| Mexico | $270K | 0.8% |
| South Korea | $238K | 0.7% |
| Panama | $229K | 0.7% |
| Chile | $227K | 0.7% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $3.95 per kg, close to the world average of $3.74.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Frozen pork carcasses imports to the United States
The United States imported $1.4 million of frozen pork carcasses in 2024 (329 tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. The largest suppliers were Portugal (49%), Spain (48%), Italy (2%).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Portugal | $687K | 49% |
| Spain | $673K | 48% |
| Italy | $23K | 1.7% |
| United Kingdom | $19K | 1.3% |
| Brazil | $0K | 0% |
| Norway | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
Public statistics stop at country totals and the last published year. EximDataX shows the shipment records underneath: the companies, dates, quantities and declared values, updated weekly.
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Updated weekly on EximDataX (some markets daily), while public statistics stop at 2024.
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 0203.21: Meat: of swine, carcasses and half-carcasses, frozen.
Common questions
What is the value of frozen pork carcasses exported by the United States?
The United States exported frozen pork carcasses worth $33.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 8.4 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 2nd of 63 countries worldwide, with 14% of world exports. The value was down 18% on 2023.
Which countries buy frozen pork carcasses from the United States?
China was the largest buyer with 76% of the value ($25.1 million), followed by the Dominican Republic (11%) and Colombia (3%). The top three together account for 90%, out of 36 buyer countries in total. Costa Rica grew fastest among the top ten, up 666% on the year.
What is the average export price of frozen pork carcasses per kg?
The average declared export value was about $3.95 per kg in 2024, 6% above the world average of $3.74 per kg. It is total declared value divided by total weight, so it blends every grade and size; use it as a benchmark, not a quote. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
How have exports of frozen pork carcasses from the United States changed since 2017?
Exports went from $9.4 million in 2017 to $33.1 million in 2024, an increase of 253%. The peak was 2019 at $421.5 million. Monthly and weekly movements since then are in EximDataX.
Does the United States also import frozen pork carcasses?
Yes. The United States imported $1.4 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Portugal, Spain and Italy. On balance the United States is a net exporter of this product, by about $31.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for frozen pork carcasses?
The HS code for frozen pork carcasses is subheading 0203.21. It sits in HS chapter 02 (meat and edible meat offal). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 0203 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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