Fresh Pork Ham & Shoulder Market Overview 2026

HS Code
020312
Last Updated
2026-04-12
Key takeaways for search and sourcing teams
  • Fresh Pork Ham & Shoulder market coverage spans 88 countries.
  • 108 exporter companies and 62 importer companies are indexed in the global supply chain intelligence network for this product.
  • 9,927 supplier-linked transactions are summarized across the top 11 countries.
  • 0 premium suppliers and 0 catalog items are currently listed.
  • Wholesale sample entries: 4; farmgate sample entries: 0.
  • Latest reference year in this page dataset is 2026.
  • Page data last updated on 2026-04-12.

Global Supplier Transactions, Export Activity, and Price Benchmarks for Fresh Pork Ham & Shoulder

Analyze 9,927 supplier-linked transactions across the top 11 countries, with monthly unit-price benchmarks to track export competitiveness and sourcing risk for Fresh Pork Ham & Shoulder.

Fresh Pork Ham & Shoulder Country YoY Change in Supplier Transactions and Export Momentum

Compare positive and negative YoY shifts in Fresh Pork Ham & Shoulder to identify accelerating supplier markets and weakening export corridors.
Top YoY shifts for Fresh Pork Ham & Shoulder: United States (+19.0%), Mexico (+2.3%), Canada (+1.3%).

Fresh Pork Ham & Shoulder Country-Level Supplier Transaction and Unit Price Summary

As of 2025-05, benchmark Fresh Pork Ham & Shoulder country transaction counts with monthly unit price and volume to prioritize supplier and export markets.
In 2025-10, countries with visible Fresh Pork Ham & Shoulder transaction unit prices: Switzerland (6.35 USD / kg), Argentina (5.69 USD / kg), Denmark (3.73 USD / kg), Mexico (3.56 USD / kg), Chile (3.29 USD / kg), 2 more countries.
CountryYoY ChangeTransaction Count2025-052025-062025-072025-082025-092025-102025-112025-122026-012026-022026-032026-04
Denmark-20- (-)- (-)- (-)- (-)3.51 USD / kg (209,819 kg)3.73 USD / kg (72,599 kg)
Argentina-9,3385.08 USD / kg (966,969.38 kg)5.29 USD / kg (1,215,928.801 kg)5.47 USD / kg (2,003,868.961 kg)5.50 USD / kg (2,595,904.116 kg)5.59 USD / kg (2,711,109.111 kg)5.69 USD / kg (2,093,863.219 kg)
Mexico+2.3%3043.39 USD / kg (84,552.99 kg)3.58 USD / kg (18,483.04 kg)3.66 USD / kg (46,781.82 kg)3.66 USD / kg (131,121.05 kg)3.59 USD / kg (81,220.73 kg)3.56 USD / kg (433,385.72 kg)
United States+19.0%54- (-)- (-)3.55 USD / kg (37,602.52 kg)3.45 USD / kg (38,651.281 kg)2.90 USD / kg (18,257.85 kg)2.74 USD / kg (490,615.951 kg)
Canada+1.3%32- (-)- (-)- (-)2.73 USD / kg (18,776.311 kg)2.61 USD / kg (-)2.54 USD / kg (542,102.354 kg)
France-7- (-)- (-)- (-)18.53 USD / kg (141.35 kg)- (-)- (-)
Brazil+0.3%1043.12 USD / kg (266,027.436 kg)3.15 USD / kg (364,986.15 kg)- (-)3.13 USD / kg (394,767.754 kg)2.92 USD / kg (510,705.609 kg)- (-)
Russia-2- (-)- (-)- (-)- (-)3.59 USD / kg (-)- (-)
Chile-64- (-)- (-)3.31 USD / kg (-)3.36 USD / kg (406,226.58 kg)3.31 USD / kg (371,115.353 kg)3.29 USD / kg (678,987.742 kg)
Switzerland-1- (-)- (-)- (-)- (-)- (-)6.35 USD / kg (405.12 kg)
Fresh Pork Ham & Shoulder Global Supply Chain Coverage
170 companies
108 exporters and 62 importers are mapped for Fresh Pork Ham & Shoulder.
Exporters and importers can use Tridge Supply Chain Intelligence company profiles and analytics to identify counterparties for Fresh Pork Ham & Shoulder, benchmark reach, and prioritize outreach by market.

Fresh Pork Ham & Shoulder Export Supplier Intelligence, Trade Flows, and Price Signals

108 exporter companies are mapped in Tridge Supply Chain Intelligence for Fresh Pork Ham & Shoulder. Exporters and importers can use company profiles and analytics to evaluate supplier coverage, trading activity, and route opportunities.

Fresh Pork Ham & Shoulder Top Exporters and Supplier Profiles

Review leading exporter profiles while benchmarking against 108 total exporter companies in the Fresh Pork Ham & Shoulder supply chain intelligence network. Exporters and importers can unlock company profiles and analytics to qualify partners faster.
(Nicaragua)
Latest Export Transaction: 2025-04-17
Employee Size: 11 - 50 Employees
Sales Revenue: USD 1M - 5M
Industries: Animal ProductionFood Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: Food ManufacturingFarming / Production / Processing / PackingDistribution / Wholesale
Exporting Countries: United States
Supplying Products: Fresh Boneless Pork Cut, Fresh Pork Ham & Shoulder
(South Africa)
Latest Export Transaction: 2025-05-06
Employee Size: 101 - 500 Employees
Industries: Animal ProductionFood ManufacturingFood Wholesalers
Value Chain Roles: Farming / Production / Processing / PackingDistribution / WholesaleFood Manufacturing
Exporting Countries: Lesotho
Supplying Products: Fresh Boneless Pork Cut, Fresh Pork Ham & Shoulder
(Argentina)
Latest Export Transaction: 2025-09-22
Industries: OthersFood Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: Food ManufacturingTrade
Exporting Countries: China
Supplying Products: Fresh Boneless Pork Cut, Pork Cutlet, Raw Beef +3
(Argentina)
Latest Export Transaction: 2025-12-11
Industries: Others
Value Chain Roles: Trade
Exporting Countries: China
Supplying Products: Fresh Boneless Pork Cut, Pork Cutlet, Raw Beef +3
(Argentina)
Latest Export Transaction: 2025-10-15
Industries: OthersAnimal ProductionFood Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: Farming / Production / Processing / PackingFood ManufacturingTrade
Exporting Countries: China, Italy, Germany
Supplying Products: Pork Cutlet, Raw Beef, Fresh Boneless Pork Cut +3
(Argentina)
Latest Export Transaction: 2025-10-01
Industries: Freight Forwarding And IntermodalAnimal ProductionCrop ProductionLand Transport
Value Chain Roles: Farming / Production / Processing / PackingDistribution / WholesaleLogistics
Fresh Pork Ham & Shoulder Global Exporter Coverage
108 companies
Exporter company count is a key signal for Fresh Pork Ham & Shoulder supply depth and sourcing optionality.
Use Supply Chain Intelligence analytics to narrow Fresh Pork Ham & Shoulder opportunities by country, product, and value-chain role, then open company profiles to validate fit.

Top Exporting Countries for Fresh Pork Ham & Shoulder (HS Code 020312) in 2024

For Fresh Pork Ham & Shoulder in 2024, compare export volume and value across the top 10 supplier countries to map core supply structure.
RankCountryVolumeValueReport
1United States776,037,511 kg1,670,536,860 USDView →
2Netherlands294,409,345 kg787,176,886.216 USDView →
3Denmark291,277,718 kg747,116,169.303 USDView →
4Spain214,540,395.59 kg609,646,760.324 USDView →
5Canada132,488,939 kg330,031,435.487 USDView →
6Germany104,402,680 kg274,129,585.097 USDView →
7Belgium44,744,826.71 kg118,270,947.578 USDView →
8Hungary26,545,511.091 kg78,291,584 USDView →
9Poland18,973,393 kg58,029,468 USDView →
10Ireland13,823,766 kg38,902,505.024 USDView →

Fresh Pork Ham & Shoulder Export Trade Flow and Partner Country Summary

Track Fresh Pork Ham & Shoulder exporter-to-importer flows by value, volume, and share to uncover high-potential export routes.

Fresh Pork Ham & Shoulder Import Buyer Intelligence, Demand Signals, and Price Benchmarks

62 importer companies are mapped for Fresh Pork Ham & Shoulder demand intelligence. Use Supply Chain Intelligence company profiles and analytics to prioritize buyers, distributors, and downstream demand partners by market.

Fresh Pork Ham & Shoulder Top Buyers, Importers, and Demand Partners

Review leading buyer profiles and compare them against 62 total importer companies tracked for Fresh Pork Ham & Shoulder. Exporters and importers can use Supply Chain Intelligence company profiles and analytics to evaluate buyer quality and demand concentration.
(Chile)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-03-12
Industries: Animal ProductionFood ManufacturingBrokers And Trade Agencies
Value Chain Roles: -
(United Kingdom)
Latest Import Transaction: 2025-09-30
Industries: Food Wholesalers
Value Chain Roles: -
(Argentina)
Latest Import Transaction: 2025-08-18
Employee Size: Over 1000 Employees
Sales Revenue: USD Over 1B
Industries: Food Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: China, United States, Chile, Italy, Netherlands, Germany, El Salvador, Israel, Brazil, Singapore
(Chile)
Latest Import Transaction: 2025-12-29
Industries: Others
Value Chain Roles: -
(Venezuela)
Latest Import Transaction: 2025-11-20
Employee Size: 11 - 50 Employees
Industries: Food Wholesalers
Value Chain Roles: -
(Japan)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-03-12
Employee Size: 101 - 500 Employees
Sales Revenue: USD 10M - 50M
Industries: Food PackagingFood ManufacturingOthers
Value Chain Roles: -
Global Importer Coverage
62 companies
Importer company count highlights the current depth of demand-side visibility for Fresh Pork Ham & Shoulder.
Use Supply Chain Intelligence analytics and company profiles to identify active Fresh Pork Ham & Shoulder buyers, compare partner density by country, and refine GTM priorities.

Top Import Demand Countries for Fresh Pork Ham & Shoulder (HS Code 020312) in 2024

For Fresh Pork Ham & Shoulder in 2024, compare import volume and value across the top 10 demand countries to identify priority markets.
RankCountryVolumeValueReport
1Mexico1,070,496,000 kg2,387,714,270 USDView →
2Italy573,709,049 kg1,578,240,517.321 USDView →
3Poland206,639,805 kg540,733,185 USDView →
4Germany76,439,785 kg228,744,299.77 USDView →
5United States59,519,818 kg183,116,059 USDView →
6United Kingdom55,634,671 kg148,851,508.882 USDView →
7Czechia36,558,127 kg107,112,460 USDView →
8Slovakia31,811,603 kg102,592,232.263 USDView →
9Hungary23,917,254.99 kg58,522,217 USDView →
10Greece16,634,603 kg54,988,480.823 USDView →

Fresh Pork Ham & Shoulder Import Trade Flow and Origin Country Summary

Analyze Fresh Pork Ham & Shoulder origin-to-destination trade flows by value, volume, and share to monitor demand-side sourcing channels.

Global Wholesale Supplier Price Trends by Country for Fresh Pork Ham & Shoulder

Fresh Pork Ham & Shoulder Monthly Wholesale Supplier Price Summary by Country

Monthly Fresh Pork Ham & Shoulder wholesale unit-price benchmarks by country for export and sourcing decisions.
In 2025-10, countries with visible Fresh Pork Ham & Shoulder wholesale unit prices: Ukraine (5.10 USD / kg), Poland (4.65 USD / kg), Czechia (4.37 USD / kg), Thailand (2.89 USD / kg).
Country2025-052025-062025-072025-082025-092025-102025-112025-122026-012026-022026-032026-04
Poland4.98 USD / kg4.82 USD / kg4.65 USD / kg4.64 USD / kg4.68 USD / kg4.65 USD / kg
Thailand4.38 USD / kg4.04 USD / kg3.75 USD / kg3.44 USD / kg2.99 USD / kg2.89 USD / kg
Czechia4.57 USD / kg4.70 USD / kg4.58 USD / kg4.62 USD / kg4.59 USD / kg4.37 USD / kg
Ukraine4.43 USD / kg4.42 USD / kg4.40 USD / kg5.17 USD / kg5.19 USD / kg5.10 USD / kg

Fresh Pork Ham & Shoulder Wholesale Price Competitiveness by Major Exporting Countries

Compare Fresh Pork Ham & Shoulder wholesale price ranges and YoY changes across the top 4 exporting countries to benchmark supplier price competitiveness.
RankCountryAverageLowerUpperYoYReport
1Poland4.73 USD / kg4.57 USD / kg5.07 USD / kg+10.3%View →
2Thailand3.57 USD / kg2.84 USD / kg4.49 USD / kg+2.2%View →
3Czechia4.41 USD / kg3.73 USD / kg4.86 USD / kg+0.9%View →
4Ukraine4.79 USD / kg4.04 USD / kg5.25 USD / kg+26.0%View →

Latest Fresh Pork Ham & Shoulder Wholesale Export Price Updates

Use the latest 4 Fresh Pork Ham & Shoulder wholesale updates to validate current export price points and origin-level supplier changes.
DateEntry NameUnit Price (USD) 
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2026-04-01เนื******* ********** ******** ***** * 3.51 USD / kg
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Classification

Product TypeRaw Material
Product FormFresh/Chilled
Industry PositionPrimary Agricultural Product

Raw Material

Commodity GroupPork (swine meat) — fresh/chilled cuts
Scientific NameSus scrofa domesticus
PerishabilityHigh
Growing Conditions
  • Intensive and semi-intensive production systems with high biosecurity requirements to manage disease risk
  • Feed-dependent production economics, commonly linked to maize and soy supply chains
  • Temperature- and ventilation-managed housing in many major producing regions
Main VarietiesCommercial swine genetics (e.g., Duroc, Landrace, Large White/Yorkshire-derived lines)
Consumption Forms
  • Fresh/chilled shoulder cuts for roasting, braising, and slow cooking
  • Frozen shoulder cuts for long-distance trade and inventory management
  • Input for further processing (marinated, cooked, cured products depending on market)
Grading Factors
  • Trim/lean specification and fat cover
  • Color and firmness (avoidance of quality defects associated with poor water-holding capacity)
  • Cut size/weight ranges and bone-in/boneless format
  • Temperature history and microbiological status
Planting to HarvestSeveral months from farrowing to slaughter weight (system- and genetics-dependent).

Market

Fresh/chilled pork shoulder (ham/shoulder cuts) is traded globally as a commodity meat cut supplying both retail and foodservice, and as an input for further processing (e.g., roasting, pulled pork, cured/cooked products depending on market). Global production is concentrated in China, the United States, Brazil, and major EU producers, while export availability is led by the EU, the United States, Canada, and Brazil. Import demand is strongly influenced by animal disease cycles, domestic herd economics, and sanitary access conditions, with East Asia and parts of the Americas among the key import destinations. Market dynamics are highly sensitive to African swine fever (ASF) disruptions, feed-cost volatility (maize/soy), and country-specific residue/additive policies that can segment trade flows.
Market GrowthMixed (medium-term outlook)Cyclical swings linked to animal disease outbreaks, domestic herd rebuilding/liquidation, and shifting sanitary access.
Major Producing Countries
  • ChinaLargest producer; domestic market balance heavily influences global trade conditions.
  • United StatesMajor producer with significant exportable surplus in many years.
  • BrazilLarge producer and growing exporter; competitiveness linked to feed and logistics costs.
  • SpainOne of the largest pork producers/exporters within the EU; integrated production systems support exports.
  • GermanyLarge producer historically; export access can be constrained by animal disease events and market conditions.
  • VietnamSignificant producer; production stability can be affected by ASF and smallholder exposure.
Major Exporting Countries
  • SpainMajor exporter of pork cuts; supplies diverse destinations depending on sanitary access.
  • DenmarkExport-oriented pork sector; strong role in international pork trade.
  • NetherlandsKey EU exporter and logistics hub for meat trade within and beyond Europe.
  • United StatesLarge exporter; trade flows can be segmented by residue policies and market access conditions.
  • CanadaExport-oriented; ships significant volumes of pork cuts to global markets.
  • BrazilImportant supplier to multiple regions; competitiveness influenced by feed costs and shipping.
Major Importing Countries
  • ChinaMajor import market when domestic supply tightens; sanitary events can quickly change import needs.
  • JapanHigh-value importer with strict specifications; imports both chilled and frozen cuts.
  • MexicoLarge and growing importer; demand linked to price competitiveness versus other proteins.
  • South KoreaSignificant importer supporting retail and foodservice demand.
  • United KingdomImports pork cuts and processed pork products; specifications and labeling requirements shape trade.
Supply Calendar
  • European Union (major exporting member states):Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov, DecIndustrial pork supply is generally year-round; tradeable volumes fluctuate with herd economics, demand, and sanitary access.
  • United States:Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov, DecYear-round slaughter schedules; export availability can shift with domestic demand and trade policy conditions.
  • Brazil:Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov, DecYear-round production; competitiveness depends on feed costs, currency, and cold-chain logistics capacity.

Specification

Major VarietiesPork shoulder (upper shoulder/Boston butt), Pork shoulder (lower shoulder/picnic), Boneless shoulder, Bone-in shoulder
Physical Attributes
  • Lean-to-fat balance varies by trim level; intramuscular fat and connective tissue content influence suitability for slow-cook applications
  • Color and firmness are key acceptance cues (e.g., avoiding pale, soft, exudative characteristics)
  • Bone-in versus boneless formats affect yield, handling, and buyer preference
Compositional Metrics
  • Lean content/trim specification is a common commercial parameter for cuts
  • Ultimate pH and water-holding capacity influence purge/drip loss and eating quality
  • Microbiological status and temperature history underpin shelf-life performance in chilled trade
Grades
  • UNECE pork carcasses and cuts standards are used as reference points in some international transactions
  • Carcass classification systems (e.g., EU SEUROP where applied) influence upstream sorting that can affect cut specifications
Packaging
  • Vacuum-packed primals/subprimals in barrier bags for chilled distribution
  • Cartoned frozen blocks or individually bagged cuts for long-distance export
  • Retail tray packs (often under modified atmosphere) for downstream consumer presentation
ProcessingCommonly used in slow-cook and further-processing applications; connective tissue and fat profile affect cook yield and textureSuitable for marination and portioning; trim control supports consistent finished-product performance

Supply Chain

Value Chain
  • Slaughter -> carcass chilling -> deboning and primal fabrication (shoulder) -> trimming/specification -> packaging (vacuum/MAP) -> cold storage -> refrigerated transport -> importer cold store -> wholesale/retail or further processing
Demand Drivers
  • Cost-competitive protein versus beef in many markets, supporting foodservice and value retail demand
  • Strong culinary demand for slow-cooked dishes (e.g., pulled pork-style applications) and marinated/portion-controlled formats
  • Further-processing demand for cooked, cured, and ready-to-eat pork products depending on regional preferences and regulations
Temperature
  • Strict cold-chain control is critical in chilled trade to manage food safety risk and shelf life; frozen formats are widely used for long-distance shipping and inventory buffering
Atmosphere Control
  • Vacuum packaging is common for export primals to limit oxidation and manage purge; modified-atmosphere packaging is used in retail to support display life
Shelf Life
  • Chilled shelf life is short and highly sensitive to hygiene and temperature control; freezing extends storage time but can affect drip loss and texture depending on handling

Risks

Animal Disease HighAfrican swine fever (ASF) outbreaks can rapidly reduce available supply, trigger culling, and prompt immediate sanitary trade restrictions that redirect global pork flows and increase price volatility for cuts including shoulder.Maintain multi-origin sourcing strategies, monitor WOAH notifications and market-access changes, and use frozen inventory buffers where feasible; require robust biosecurity and compartmentalization programs from suppliers.
Sanitary And Phytosanitary Measures HighPork trade is highly exposed to SPS actions (market closures, eligibility suspensions, plant delistings) following disease detections or compliance findings, creating sudden demand shifts for specific exporters and cuts.Track SPS measures and eligibility lists per destination, diversify approved suppliers, and implement pre-shipment verification (health certification, residue programs, documentation controls).
Regulatory Compliance MediumResidue and veterinary drug policy differences (including varying acceptance of specific feed additives/agonists and MRLs) can segment trade into compliant and non-compliant streams and raise rejection risk for exporters.Operate destination-specific programs (segregation, supplier declarations, testing) and align with Codex guidance where accepted while meeting stricter destination requirements.
Feed Cost Volatility MediumPork production costs are closely tied to feed prices (notably maize and soy), which can shift quickly due to weather events, export restrictions, or logistics disruptions, influencing slaughter rates and export pricing.Use forward contracting and risk management for feed-linked costs where possible; maintain flexible procurement and substitution strategies across origins.
Food Safety MediumFresh pork is vulnerable to contamination risks if hygiene and temperature control fail; microbiological non-compliance can lead to recalls, import rejections, and reputational damage.Require HACCP-based controls, validated sanitation, cold-chain monitoring, and routine microbiological verification aligned with recognized meat hygiene codes.
Sustainability
  • Feed-supply footprint (maize/soy) links pork production economics to land-use change and deforestation-risk supply chains in some sourcing regions
  • Manure and nutrient management risks (water quality impacts) are a major environmental compliance and community-acceptance issue in intensive production regions
  • Greenhouse gas emissions and energy use across feed production, housing, and cold-chain logistics are under increasing scrutiny
Labor & Social
  • Worker health and safety risks in slaughtering and meat-processing facilities (high line speeds, ergonomic strain, injury exposure) are persistent social-compliance concerns
  • Migrant and contract labor reliance in parts of the meat supply chain increases exposure to wage-and-hour, housing, and recruitment-fee risks
  • Animal welfare expectations (housing systems, transport, and slaughter practices) can affect buyer requirements and reputational risk

FAQ

What is the single biggest global risk that can disrupt fresh pork shoulder trade?African swine fever (ASF) is the largest disruption risk because outbreaks can force mass culling and trigger immediate sanitary trade restrictions that rapidly redirect global pork flows and increase price volatility.
Which countries are the most important exporters in global pork trade relevant to shoulder cuts?Major exporting countries commonly include leading EU exporters (such as Spain, Denmark, and the Netherlands), alongside the United States, Canada, and Brazil, with actual flows depending on destination market access and SPS conditions.
Why can the same pork cut face different market access outcomes across importing countries?Importing countries apply different sanitary rules and residue policies, so eligibility can depend on disease status, approved plants, and compliance with destination-specific requirements; this can segment trade into separate compliant streams and shift demand between exporters.
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