Parent Product
Frozen Duck Cuts
HS Code
020745
Last Updated
2026-08-02
Key takeaways for search and sourcing teams
- Frozen Duck Legs market coverage spans 117 countries.
- 35 exporter companies and 40 importer companies are indexed in the global supply chain intelligence network for this product.
- 46 supplier-linked transactions are summarized across the top 6 countries.
- 0 premium suppliers and 0 catalog items are currently listed.
- Wholesale sample entries: 0; farmgate sample entries: 0.
- Latest reference year in this page dataset is 2024.
- Page data last updated on 2026-08-02.
Global Supplier Transactions, Export Activity, and Price Benchmarks for Frozen Duck Legs
Analyze 46 supplier-linked transactions across the top 6 countries, with monthly unit-price benchmarks to track export competitiveness and sourcing risk for Frozen Duck Legs.
Frozen Duck Legs Country YoY Change in Supplier Transactions and Export Momentum
Compare positive and negative YoY shifts in Frozen Duck Legs to identify accelerating supplier markets and weakening export corridors.
Top YoY shifts for Frozen Duck Legs: France (-70.2%), Thailand (+9.0%), United States (+7.3%).
Frozen Duck Legs Country-Level Supplier Transaction and Unit Price Summary
As of 2025-09, benchmark Frozen Duck Legs country transaction counts with monthly unit price and volume to prioritize supplier and export markets.
In 2026-02, countries with visible Frozen Duck Legs transaction unit prices: United States (11.98 USD / kg), Thailand (6.90 USD / kg).
| Country | YoY Change | Transaction Count | 2025-09 | 2025-10 | 2025-11 | 2025-12 | 2026-01 | 2026-02 | 2026-03 | 2026-04 | 2026-05 | 2026-06 | 2026-07 | 2026-08 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United States | +7.3% | 25 | 13.46 USD / kg (972.68 kg) | 12.66 USD / kg (782.15 kg) | 13.45 USD / kg (1,602.15 kg) | 12.51 USD / kg (1,966.37 kg) | 12.08 USD / kg (1,579.28 kg) | 11.98 USD / kg (1,006.89 kg) | ||||||
| Thailand | +9.0% | 10 | 5.50 USD / kg (-) | 6.34 USD / kg (15,500 kg) | - (-) | - (-) | 6.21 USD / kg (14,100 kg) | 6.90 USD / kg (800 kg) | ||||||
| United Arab Emirates | 0.0% | 3 | - (-) | - (-) | 1.05 USD / kg (42,000 kg) | - (-) | 1.05 USD / kg (42,000 kg) | - (-) | ||||||
| Poland | - | 2 | - (-) | - (-) | 3.50 USD / kg (49,400 kg) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | ||||||
| France | -70.2% | 3 | 1.27 USD / kg (2,102.47 kg) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | ||||||
| China | -0.0% | 3 | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) |
Frozen Duck Legs Global Supply Chain Coverage
75 companies
35 exporters and 40 importers are mapped for Frozen Duck Legs.
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Frozen Duck Legs Export Supplier Intelligence, Trade Flows, and Price Signals
35 exporter companies are mapped in Tridge Supply Chain Intelligence for Frozen Duck Legs. Exporters and importers can use company profiles and analytics to evaluate supplier coverage, trading activity, and route opportunities.
Frozen Duck Legs Top Exporters and Supplier Profiles
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(Thailand)
Latest Export Transaction: 2025-10-02
Industries: Food Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: Distribution / WholesaleFarming / Production / Processing / Packing
Exporting Countries: South Korea, India
Supplying Products: Frozen Duck Cuts, Frozen Whole Duck, Frozen Duck Legs +2
(Malaysia)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-07-02
Industries: Animal ProductionFood ManufacturingFood Packaging
Value Chain Roles: Farming / Production / Processing / PackingFood ManufacturingTrade
Exporting Countries: India
Supplying Products: Frozen Whole Duck, Frozen Duck Cuts, Frozen Duck Breast +1
(Thailand)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-06-12
Employee Size: Over 1000 Employees
Industries: Animal ProductionFood ManufacturingFood PackagingOthers
Value Chain Roles: Distribution / WholesaleFarming / Production / Processing / PackingFood ManufacturingTrade
Exporting Countries: India, South Korea
Supplying Products: Frozen Duck Cuts, Frozen Whole Duck, Smoked Duck +4
(Canada)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-07-02
Employee Size: Over 1000 Employees
Industries: Animal ProductionFood ManufacturingFood PackagingOthers
Value Chain Roles: Distribution / WholesaleFarming / Production / Processing / PackingFood Manufacturing
Exporting Countries: Mexico, United States
Supplying Products: Frozen Duck Cuts, Poultry Feather Meal, Frozen Duck Breast +1
(Thailand)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-01-15
Employee Size: 101 - 500 Employees
Industries: Animal ProductionFood Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: Farming / Production / Processing / PackingFood Manufacturing
Exporting Countries: Philippines
Supplying Products: Frozen Whole Duck, Frozen Duck Cuts, Duck Bones +2
(France)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-07-02
Employee Size: 101 - 500 Employees
Sales Revenue: USD Over 1B
Industries: Food Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: Food Manufacturing
Exporting Countries: Vietnam
Supplying Products: Frozen Duck Offal, Frozen Duck Cuts, Duck Fat +3
Frozen Duck Legs Global Exporter Coverage
35 companies
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Top Exporting Countries for Frozen Duck Legs (HS Code 020745) in 2024
For Frozen Duck Legs in 2024, compare export volume and value across the top 10 supplier countries to map core supply structure.
| Rank | Country | Volume | Value |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Hungary | 21,537,429.3 kg | 72,266,518 USD |
| 2 | Bulgaria | 8,105,960 kg | 69,961,786.432 USD |
| 3 | Poland | 10,269,658 kg | 31,616,378 USD |
| 4 | Thailand | 3,862,856 kg | 17,369,039.95 USD |
| 5 | Belgium | 1,356,747.33 kg | 11,693,594.335 USD |
| 6 | Netherlands | 1,305,659.906 kg | 8,083,941.388 USD |
| 7 | Germany | 1,804,955 kg | 6,066,951.378 USD |
| 8 | Canada | 306,497 kg | 5,934,152.659 USD |
| 9 | United States | 2,255,693 kg | 5,688,875 USD |
| 10 | Czechia | 629,185 kg | 4,959,024 USD |
Frozen Duck Legs Export Trade Flow and Partner Country Summary
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Frozen Duck Legs Import Buyer Intelligence, Demand Signals, and Price Benchmarks
40 importer companies are mapped for Frozen Duck Legs demand intelligence. Use Supply Chain Intelligence company profiles and analytics to prioritize buyers, distributors, and downstream demand partners by market.
Frozen Duck Legs Top Buyers, Importers, and Demand Partners
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(South Korea)
Latest Import Transaction: 2025-10-02
Industries: Food Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: -
(Azerbaijan)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-07-02
Industries: Food Wholesalers
Value Chain Roles: -
(Mexico)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-07-02
Industries: Food ManufacturingOthers
Value Chain Roles: -
(Russia)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-07-02
Employee Size: 1 - 10 Employees
Industries: Food Wholesalers
Value Chain Roles: -
(China)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-07-02
Industries: Food ManufacturingFood PackagingFood Services And Drinking Places
Value Chain Roles: -
(Kazakhstan)
Latest Import Transaction: 2025-08-18
Industries: Food WholesalersGrocery Stores
Value Chain Roles: -
Global Importer Coverage
40 companies
Importer company count highlights the current depth of demand-side visibility for Frozen Duck Legs.
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Top Import Demand Countries for Frozen Duck Legs (HS Code 020745) in 2024
For Frozen Duck Legs in 2024, compare import volume and value across the top 10 demand countries to identify priority markets.
| Rank | Country | Volume | Value |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Germany | 5,545,063.462 kg | 38,876,142.566 USD |
| 2 | Japan | 3,618,320 kg | 32,608,973.991 USD |
| 3 | Belgium | 3,050,819.37 kg | 20,316,922.003 USD |
| 4 | Spain | 1,887,260.079 kg | 18,840,900.138 USD |
| 5 | Netherlands | 3,931,578.165 kg | 11,323,974.775 USD |
| 6 | United Kingdom | 4,550,341 kg | 11,207,136.484 USD |
| 7 | Kyrgyzstan | 12,458,832 kg | 9,983,729 USD |
| 8 | Hong Kong | 2,608,660 kg | 9,343,314.182 USD |
| 9 | Czechia | 1,435,967 kg | 8,191,855 USD |
| 10 | Denmark | 1,318,768 kg | 7,952,638.669 USD |
Frozen Duck Legs Import Trade Flow and Origin Country Summary
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Classification
Product TypeRaw Material
Product FormFrozen
Industry PositionPrimary Agricultural Product
Raw Material
Commodity GroupPoultry meat (duck)
Scientific NameDomestic ducks mainly derive from mallard-type ducks (Anas platyrhynchos) and include Muscovy ducks (Cairina moschata) in some production systems.
PerishabilityHigh
Growing Conditions
- Commercial duck meat systems range from intensive barn-based production to semi-extensive wetland/paddy-adjacent systems in parts of Asia
- Feed supply (grain/soy-based rations) and biosecurity controls are central determinants of output stability
- Access to clean water and litter/moisture management are important for flock health and carcass quality
Main VarietiesPekin-type meat ducks, Muscovy ducks, Mulard hybrids (in some systems)
Consumption Forms
- Cooked as duck leg quarters (roasted, braised, stewed) in foodservice and household cooking
- Used as an input for further processing (marinated, smoked, cooked-frozen meal components) depending on destination demand
Grading Factors
- Cut definition (leg quarter vs drumstick/thigh components) and presentation (skin-on/off; bone-in/out)
- Net weight and piece count per carton; trim level and defect tolerance (bruising, broken bones)
- Cold-chain and packaging integrity (temperature records, evidence of thaw/refreeze, freezer burn)
Planting to HarvestTypically slaughtered within roughly 7–9 weeks in common commercial meat duck systems; actual cycles vary by genotype and market specification.
Market
Frozen duck legs are a globally traded poultry cut commonly captured in trade statistics under HS 020745 (frozen cuts and edible offal of domestic ducks). Production is structurally concentrated in Asia—especially China—alongside smaller but export-oriented specialized supply bases in parts of Europe. Trade competitiveness depends heavily on uninterrupted frozen cold-chain performance, with Codex guidance for quick frozen foods using -18°C or colder as the reference condition across the cold chain. The market is highly exposed to highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) shocks that can trigger culling, zoning measures, and abrupt veterinary trade restrictions, disrupting supply and price formation.
Market GrowthMixed (medium-term outlook (2025–2034))broader poultry demand growth, with duck cuts remaining a niche and market-specific segment
Major Producing Countries
- ChinaLargest global duck population and a central production base for duck meat; FAO notes duck populations are heavily concentrated in Asia and largest populations are found in China.
- VietnamMajor duck population and production base in Southeast Asia (FAO notes Viet Nam among the largest duck populations).
- BangladeshSignificant duck population base (FAO notes Bangladesh among the largest duck populations).
- IndonesiaLarge duck population base in Asia (FAO notes Indonesia among the largest duck populations).
- FranceNotable European production base for duck, with concentrations in western France referenced by FAO livestock distribution context.
- EgyptDuck production is referenced by FAO as popular in Egypt as part of wider duck distribution beyond Asia.
- ThailandSoutheast Asian producer base; confirm current duck-meat production and cut-specific availability via FAOSTAT.
- MalaysiaSoutheast Asian producer base; confirm current duck-meat production and cut-specific availability via FAOSTAT.
Major Exporting Countries
- HungaryEU-based duck processing and export specialization is frequently cited; validate exporter ranking and partner markets using UN Comtrade/ITC Trade Map for HS 020745.
- PolandLarge EU poultry exporter with relevant disease-related trade sensitivity; validate duck-cut export prominence using UN Comtrade/ITC Trade Map for HS 020745.
- FranceExports certain duck cuts and products; note that disease-control strategies (e.g., vaccination) can affect market access for duck products.
- ChinaLarge production base; potential exporter for duck cuts depending on market access and veterinary status; validate via UN Comtrade/ITC Trade Map for HS 020745.
- ThailandMajor poultry exporter overall; confirm duck-cut exports specifically via UN Comtrade/ITC Trade Map for HS 020745.
Major Importing Countries
- GermanyKey EU consumption/import market for poultry and specialty meats; verify duck-leg import position via UN Comtrade/ITC Trade Map for HS 020745.
- NetherlandsCommon EU logistics and distribution hub for meat imports/re-exports; verify duck-cut flows via UN Comtrade/ITC Trade Map for HS 020745.
- United KingdomSignificant market for frozen poultry and specialty cuts; verify duck-cut imports via UN Comtrade/ITC Trade Map for HS 020745.
- JapanHigh sanitary standard market where disease status and vaccination policies can affect access; verify duck-cut imports via UN Comtrade/ITC Trade Map for HS 020745.
- South KoreaImport market for frozen meat cuts; verify duck-cut imports via UN Comtrade/ITC Trade Map for HS 020745.
- Hong KongImport/re-export node for specialty meats serving broader East Asian demand; verify duck-cut imports via UN Comtrade/ITC Trade Map for HS 020745.
- CanadaImports HS 020745 are tracked in Canada’s Importers Database; duck cuts may enter via specialized importers.
- United StatesImport market for frozen poultry and specialty cuts; verify duck-cut imports via UN Comtrade/ITC Trade Map for HS 020745.
Specification
Major VarietiesPekin-type domestic duck (Anas-derived meat ducks), Muscovy duck (Cairina moschata), Mulard (hybrid ducks used in some production systems)
Physical Attributes
- Typically sold as bone-in, skin-on leg quarters or drumstick-and-thigh components, with buyer specs often defined by cut type and target weight range
- Higher fat content and darker meat color than chicken leg cuts, influencing trimming and rendering expectations in foodservice
Compositional Metrics
- Microbiological safety specifications (e.g., Salmonella absence/testing regimes) and residue compliance aligned to importing-country rules and Codex-based hygiene frameworks
- Ice/glaze content (if used) and net weight declarations can be commercially material in frozen poultry trade
Grades
- Buyer-specific grade conventions commonly reference cut definition, presentation (skin-on/off; bone-in/out), defect tolerances, and refrigeration category terminology used in international standards (e.g., UNECE processed poultry meat codification elements)
Packaging
- Export cartons with inner poly liners/bags; labels typically include cut name, net weight, production/lot codes, and storage temperature
- Bulk (foodservice) pack formats are common; retail-ready packs depend on destination market and importer strategy
ProcessingQuick freezing and frozen storage/transport under a managed cold chain (Codex quick frozen foods framework)Blast freezing, plate freezing, and/or individual quick freezing (IQF) depending on cut format and plant configuration
Supply Chain
Value Chain
- Slaughter -> chilling -> cut-up/deboning (as specified) -> quick freezing -> frozen cold storage -> reefer transport -> import cold store -> distribution to retail/foodservice
Demand Drivers
- Strong demand linkage to Asian cuisines and foodservice formats where duck legs are a core cooking cut
- Growth of frozen protein distribution through modern retail and e-commerce with dependable cold-chain infrastructure
- Preference for portionable, consistent cut specifications in restaurants and central kitchens
Temperature
- Codex quick frozen foods guidance defines quick frozen food as maintained at -18°C or colder across the cold chain (subject to permitted tolerances)
- UNECE processed poultry meat refrigeration terminology distinguishes frozen and deep-frozen categories, with deep-frozen commonly referenced at -18°C or less
Shelf Life
- Food safety is maintained under continuous freezing, while quality can deteriorate over time due to dehydration/freezer burn and temperature fluctuation; packaging integrity and cold-chain stability are key quality levers
- Thaw-refreeze events are a major quality and food-safety management concern in long-distance distribution
Risks
Animal Disease HighHighly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) outbreaks can rapidly disrupt duck supply through culling, zoning measures, and veterinary import restrictions; these shocks can cut off eligible export plants/regions and cause abrupt availability and price volatility for frozen duck legs.Use multi-origin sourcing and pre-qualified alternative suppliers; monitor WOAH notifications and importing-country veterinary measures; contract with disease-zoning clauses and validated cold-chain contingencies.
Cold Chain Integrity MediumQuality and commercial claims depend on maintaining quick-frozen conditions across storage and transport; temperature excursions increase dehydration/freezer burn risk and can trigger rejection or relabeling costs.Apply Codex-aligned cold-chain controls (temperature recording, pre-cooling, rapid loading/unloading) and require traceable lot/temperature documentation from origin to destination.
Regulatory Compliance MediumDuck meat trade is sensitive to sanitary and phytosanitary (SPS) rules (establishment approval, residue testing regimes, pathogen controls) that can change after outbreaks or policy shifts, affecting market access.Maintain an approved-plant list per destination, verify HACCP/GMP systems, and track residue/micro testing requirements and label rules by importing jurisdiction.
Animal Welfare And Reputation MediumDuck supply chains can be reputationally linked to foie gras-related animal welfare controversies (force-feeding/gavage) in some producing contexts; consumer and retailer scrutiny may affect sourcing policies even for non-foie-gras duck cuts such as legs.Document production system and welfare assurances; segregate supply chains where relevant; use transparent labeling and retailer-ready welfare statements consistent with destination expectations.
Sustainability
- Cold-chain energy intensity: frozen storage and reefer logistics increase energy use and associated emissions compared with chilled/local distribution
- Disease-control externalities: large-scale culling during HPAI outbreaks creates disposal and resource-waste burdens
- Feed sourcing footprint: duck production depends on grain/soy feed supply chains with broader land-use and sustainability scrutiny
Labor & Social
- Occupational health and safety in slaughtering, deboning, and cold-store operations (sharp tools, repetitive motion, cold exposure)
- Migrant/temporary labor reliance in meat processing in some producing regions can elevate compliance and reputational risk
FAQ
What trade classification is commonly used for frozen duck legs in international statistics?Frozen duck legs are commonly captured under HS 020745 (frozen cuts and edible offal of domestic ducks). This HS code framing is used in customs classification and is referenced by official trade tools such as the Government of Canada’s product report for HS 020745, and can be analyzed globally through UN Comtrade and ITC Trade Map.
What temperature condition is typically expected for shipping and storing frozen duck legs internationally?International guidance for quick frozen foods (Codex CXC 8-1976) defines quick frozen foods as maintained at -18°C or colder throughout the cold chain (with permitted tolerances). Buyers often translate this into contractual cold-chain requirements (temperature monitoring, pre-cooling, and reefer management) for frozen duck legs.
What is the single biggest global risk that can disrupt frozen duck leg supply and trade?Highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) is the most critical disruptor because outbreaks can trigger large-scale culling and immediate veterinary trade restrictions or zoning measures, rapidly affecting export eligibility and availability. WOAH and the OECD-FAO Outlook both highlight HPAI as a recurring, trade-relevant shock for poultry markets.
Sources
Frozen Duck Legs Country Coverage for Suppliers, Export Flows, and Prices
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All country market pages: China, France, Germany, Thailand, Bulgaria, Japan, Belgium, Spain, Poland, United Kingdom, South Korea, Denmark, Czechia, Hungary, Hong Kong, United Arab Emirates, Netherlands, Philippines, Canada, Saudi Arabia, United States, Malaysia, Brazil, Mexico, Austria, Switzerland, Azerbaijan, Portugal, Ireland, Romania, Italy, Slovakia, Singapore, Estonia, Latvia, Kyrgyzstan, Slovenia, Luxembourg, Sweden, Pakistan, Laos, Kuwait, Vietnam, South Africa, Australia, Benin, Kazakhstan, Greece, New Zealand, Lithuania, Finland, Fiji, Indonesia, Macao, Croatia, Sri Lanka, Maldives, Iceland, Bahrain, Serbia, Moldova, Cyprus, Malta, Andorra, Albania, Armenia, Barbados, Burkina Faso, Bermuda, Bahamas, Botswana, Belize, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Ivory Coast, Chile, Colombia, Costa Rica, Dominican Republic, Ethiopia, Gabon, Gambia, Guatemala, Honduras, Israel, India, Jamaica, Jordan, Kenya, Cambodia, Lesotho, Morocco, Montenegro, Madagascar, Macedonia, Myanmar [Burma], Mauritius, Malawi, Mozambique, Namibia, Niger, Nicaragua, Norway, Oman, Panama, Peru, Paraguay, Qatar, Senegal, El Salvador, Tunisia, Tanzania, Ukraine, Uganda, Uruguay, Uzbekistan, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, Zambia
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