Preserved meat (other species) exports from the United States: data, top buyers and prices
The United States exported $25.2 million of preserved meat (other species) in 2024 (3.9 thousand tonnes). It ranks 4th of 95 countries for exports of this product. That is 40% less than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2022, at $44.1 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 | $25.2M | 3.9K t |
| 2023 | $41.8M | 5.8K t |
| 2022 | $44.1M | 6.9K t |
| 2021 | $30.2M | 8.2K t |
| 2020 | $26.6M | 7.2K t |
| 2019 | $24.6M | 6.9K t |
| 2018 | $24.6M | 6.5K t |
| 2017 | $19.6M | 5.2K t |
Where the United States exports preserved meat (other species) to
Most of it went to Japan (32%), Panama (16%), Mexico (14%). Among the main buyer markets, Guatemala grew fastest (+170% on the year before).
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $6.51 per kg, 99% above the world average of $3.27. 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 meat (other species) imports to the United States
In 2024, the United States imported preserved meat (other species) worth $8.3 million (607 tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. Most of the value came from Canada (39%), Romania (35%), New Zealand (23%). Among the main suppliers, Canada grew fastest (+41% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Canada | $3.2M | 39% |
| Romania | $2.9M | 35% |
| New Zealand | $1.9M | 23% |
| Mexico | $192K | 2.3% |
| Iceland | $20K | 0.2% |
| Thailand | $7K | 0.1% |
| Spain | $7K | 0.1% |
| South Africa | $3K | 0% |
| France | $1K | 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 0210.99: Meat and edible meat offal: salted, in brine, dried or smoked, and edible flours and meals of meat or meat offal, other than of primates, whales, dolphins, porpoises, manatees, dugongs, seals, sea lions, walruses, reptiles (including snakes and turtles).
Common questions
What is the value of preserved meat (other species) exported by the United States?
The United States exported preserved meat (other species) worth $25.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 3.9 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 4th of 95 countries worldwide, with 2% of world exports. The value was down 40% on 2023.
Which countries buy preserved meat (other species) from the United States?
Japan was the largest buyer with 32% of the value ($8.1 million), followed by Panama (16%) and Mexico (14%). The top three together account for 61%, out of 59 buyer countries in total. Guatemala grew fastest among the top ten, up 170% on the year.
What is the average export price of preserved meat (other species) per kg?
The average declared export value was about $6.51 per kg in 2024, 99% above the world average of $3.27 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 preserved meat (other species) from the United States changed since 2017?
Exports went from $19.6 million in 2017 to $25.2 million in 2024, an increase of 29%. The peak was 2022 at $44.1 million. Monthly and weekly movements since then are in EximDataX.
Does the United States also import preserved meat (other species)?
Yes. The United States imported $8.3 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Canada, Romania and New Zealand. On balance the United States is a net exporter of this product, by about $17.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for preserved meat (other species)?
The HS code for preserved meat (other species) is subheading 0210.99. 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?
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