Preserved pork hams and shoulders exports from the United States: data, top buyers and prices
In 2024, the United States exported preserved pork hams and shoulders worth $69.5 million (15.2 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 2nd largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 76 countries. Value rose 23% on 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable.
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 | $69.5M | 15.2K t |
| 2023 | $56.4M | 11.9K t |
| 2022 | $55.1M | 12.4K t |
| 2021 | $59.4M | 14.5K t |
| 2020 | $60.1M | 16.2K t |
| 2019 | $58.2M | 14.9K t |
| 2018 | $59.9M | 15.8K t |
| 2017 | $46.3M | 11.9K t |
Where the United States exports preserved pork hams and shoulders to
One buyer market dominates: Canada accounted for 83% of the value.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Canada | $57.9M | 83% |
| Bahamas | $2.5M | 3.6% |
| French Polynesia | $2.4M | 3.5% |
| Colombia | $2.3M | 3.3% |
| Panama | $1.6M | 2.3% |
| Grenada | $488K | 0.7% |
| Samoa | $312K | 0.5% |
| Cuba | $242K | 0.4% |
| Saint Vincent and the Grenadines | $143K | 0.2% |
| Aruba | $134K | 0.2% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $4.58 per kg, 35% below the world average of $7.08, which often means bulk or lower-grade product.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Preserved pork hams and shoulders imports to the United States
In 2024, the United States imported preserved pork hams and shoulders worth $16.5 million (1.3 thousand tonnes). It ranks 8th of 176 countries for imports of this product. Spain alone supplied 80% of it. Among the main suppliers, Italy grew fastest (+42% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Spain | $13.2M | 80% |
| Italy | $2.0M | 12% |
| Canada | $928K | 5.6% |
| France | $179K | 1.1% |
| Poland | $155K | 0.9% |
| Belgium | $18K | 0.1% |
| Netherlands | $1K | 0% |
| Brazil | $0K | 0% |
| Sweden | $0K | 0% |
| Ireland | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
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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 exported by the United States?
The United States exported preserved pork hams and shoulders worth $69.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 15.2 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 2nd of 76 countries worldwide, with 18% of world exports. The value was up 23% on 2023.
Which countries buy preserved pork hams and shoulders from the United States?
Canada was the largest buyer with 83% of the value ($57.9 million), followed by the Bahamas (4%) and French Polynesia (4%). The top three together account for 90%, out of 39 buyer countries in total. Aruba grew fastest among the top ten, up 778% on the year.
What is the average export price of preserved pork hams and shoulders per kg?
The average declared export value was about $4.58 per kg in 2024, 35% below the world average of $7.08 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 pork hams and shoulders from the United States changed since 2017?
Exports went from $46.3 million in 2017 to $69.5 million in 2024, an increase of 50%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Monthly and weekly movements since then are in EximDataX.
Does the United States also import preserved pork hams and shoulders?
Yes. The United States imported $16.5 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Spain, Italy and Canada. On balance the United States is a net exporter of this product, by about $53.0 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?
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