Parent Product
Chorizo
HS Code
160100
Last Updated
2026-06-09
Key takeaways for search and sourcing teams
- Iberico Chorizo market coverage spans 133 countries.
- 89 exporter companies and 85 importer companies are indexed in the global supply chain intelligence network for this product.
- 204 supplier- and manufacturer-linked transactions are summarized across the top 3 countries.
- 0 premium suppliers & manufacturers 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 2026-06-09.
Global Supplier & Manufacturer Transactions, Export Activity, and Price Benchmarks for Iberico Chorizo
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Iberico Chorizo Country YoY Change in Supplier Transactions and Export Momentum
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Top YoY shifts for Iberico Chorizo: Switzerland (-8.8%), France (+8.4%), Spain (+7.6%).
Iberico Chorizo Country-Level Supplier Transaction and Unit Price Summary
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In 2025-12, countries with visible Iberico Chorizo transaction unit prices: Spain (18.71 USD / kg), France (13.12 USD / kg).
| Country | YoY Change | Transaction Count | 2025-07 | 2025-08 | 2025-09 | 2025-10 | 2025-11 | 2025-12 | 2026-01 | 2026-02 | 2026-03 | 2026-04 | 2026-05 | 2026-06 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spain | +7.6% | 186 | 17.19 USD / kg (2,653.33 kg) | 19.45 USD / kg (3,624.78 kg) | 18.40 USD / kg (11,555.32 kg) | 19.03 USD / kg (40,112.548 kg) | 15.98 USD / kg (32,862.38 kg) | 18.71 USD / kg (3,937.315 kg) | ||||||
| Switzerland | -8.8% | 5 | - (-) | 4.50 USD / kg (1,033.59 kg) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | ||||||
| France | +8.4% | 13 | - (-) | 13.12 USD / kg (220.17 kg) | - (-) | 13.09 USD / kg (270.62 kg) | 13.04 USD / kg (178.2 kg) | 13.12 USD / kg (434.74 kg) |
Iberico Chorizo Global Supply Chain Coverage
174 companies
89 exporters and 85 importers are mapped for Iberico Chorizo.
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Iberico Chorizo Export Supplier & Manufacturer Intelligence, Trade Flows, and Price Signals
89 exporter companies are mapped in Tridge Supply Chain Intelligence for Iberico Chorizo. Exporters and importers can use company profiles and analytics to evaluate supplier coverage, trading activity, and route opportunities.
Iberico Chorizo Top Exporters, Manufacturers, and Supplier Profiles
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(Spain)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-05-09
Industries: Brokers And Trade AgenciesFood ManufacturingFood Packaging
Value Chain Roles: Distribution / WholesaleFood ManufacturingTrade
Exporting Countries: United States
Supplying Products: Chorizo, Iberico Chorizo
(Spain)
Latest Export Transaction: 2025-08-12
Employee Size: 101 - 500 Employees
Industries: Food Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: Food Manufacturing
Exporting Countries: Mexico
Supplying Products: Chorizo, Goat Milk Cheese, Iberico Chorizo +1
(Spain)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-05-09
Employee Size: 51 - 100 Employees
Sales Revenue: USD 10M - 50M
Industries: Food ManufacturingFood Services And Drinking PlacesFood Wholesalers
Value Chain Roles: Distribution / WholesaleFarming / Production / Processing / PackingFood Manufacturing
Exporting Countries: Ukraine
Supplying Products: Smoked Pork, Chorizo, Iberico Chorizo
(Spain)
Latest Export Transaction: 2025-09-17
Employee Size: 11 - 50 Employees
Sales Revenue: USD 1M - 5M
Industries: Food ManufacturingFood Wholesalers
Value Chain Roles: Distribution / WholesaleFood Manufacturing
Exporting Countries: Ecuador
Supplying Products: Chorizo, Salami, Iberico Chorizo +1
(Spain)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-05-09
Employee Size: 51 - 100 Employees
Sales Revenue: USD 5M - 10M
Industries: Food ManufacturingOthers
Value Chain Roles: Food ManufacturingOthers
Exporting Countries: United States, Panama
Supplying Products: Smoked Pork, Chorizo, Iberico Chorizo
(Spain)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-04-03
Employee Size: 51 - 100 Employees
Sales Revenue: USD 50M - 100M
Industries: Food Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: Food ManufacturingTrade
Exporting Countries: South Korea
Supplying Products: Salami, Chorizo, Iberico Chorizo
Iberico Chorizo Global Exporter Coverage
89 companies
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Top Exporting Countries for Iberico Chorizo (HS Code 160100) in 2024
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| Rank | Country | Volume | Value |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Italy | 105,279,419 kg | 962,272,972.401 USD |
| 2 | United States | 159,519,229 kg | 865,714,384 USD |
| 3 | Spain | 92,854,629.095 kg | 728,646,981.389 USD |
| 4 | Poland | 136,040,202 kg | 677,606,689 USD |
| 5 | Germany | 107,549,337.37 kg | 676,130,713.433 USD |
| 6 | Netherlands | 70,627,425 kg | 302,135,295.195 USD |
| 7 | Denmark | 37,537,244 kg | 217,414,048.879 USD |
| 8 | Belgium | 53,502,319.019 kg | 198,914,384.405 USD |
| 9 | Brazil | 145,978,390.386 kg | 192,802,873 USD |
| 10 | Hungary | 32,034,621.01 kg | 154,644,581 USD |
Iberico Chorizo Export Trade Flow and Partner Country Summary
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Iberico Chorizo Import Buyer Intelligence, Demand Signals, and Price Benchmarks
85 importer companies are mapped for Iberico Chorizo demand intelligence. Use Supply Chain Intelligence company profiles and analytics to prioritize buyers, distributors, and downstream demand partners by market.
Iberico Chorizo Top Buyers, Importers, and Demand Partners
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(Mexico)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-05-09
Employee Size: 11 - 50 Employees
Industries: Food WholesalersOthers
Value Chain Roles: -
(Ecuador)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-05-09
Industries: Food Services And Drinking Places
Value Chain Roles: -
(Panama)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-05-09
Industries: Others
Value Chain Roles: -
(Mexico)
Latest Import Transaction: 2025-10-02
Industries: Food Wholesalers
Value Chain Roles: -
(Vietnam)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-01-10
Industries: Others
Value Chain Roles: -
(Mexico)
Latest Import Transaction: 2025-10-09
Industries: Food ManufacturingFood Services And Drinking PlacesFood Wholesalers
Value Chain Roles: -
Global Importer Coverage
85 companies
Importer company count highlights the current depth of demand-side visibility for Iberico Chorizo.
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Top Import Demand Countries for Iberico Chorizo (HS Code 160100) in 2024
For Iberico Chorizo in 2024, compare import volume and value across the top 10 demand countries to identify priority markets.
| Rank | Country | Volume | Value |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | United Kingdom | 155,674,090.915 kg | 1,004,233,196.522 USD |
| 2 | Germany | 84,505,217.859 kg | 619,458,683.972 USD |
| 3 | Belgium | 60,343,229.572 kg | 372,369,984.956 USD |
| 4 | Canada | 46,129,224.762 kg | 322,377,898.318 USD |
| 5 | Netherlands | 62,829,131.945 kg | 314,644,335.864 USD |
| 6 | Mexico | 47,842,120 kg | 276,746,457 USD |
| 7 | Hungary | 54,485,239.212 kg | 216,607,975 USD |
| 8 | United States | 24,946,285 kg | 165,637,213 USD |
| 9 | Denmark | 26,341,875.303 kg | 164,121,149.161 USD |
| 10 | Slovakia | 39,049,957 kg | 156,821,856.12 USD |
Iberico Chorizo Import Trade Flow and Origin Country Summary
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Classification
Product TypeProcessed Food
Product FormDry-cured (aged-dried) fermented sausage
Industry PositionValue-added charcuterie / ready-to-eat meat product
Market
Ibérico chorizo is a premium Spanish cured sausage made from Ibérico pig meat and fat seasoned with paprika (pimentón), garlic, oregano and other spices, then stuffed and aged-dried (with or without smoking). Global production is closely tied to the Iberian pig systems of the southwest Iberian Peninsula, with Spain as the dominant origin and Portugal also recognized in official Iberian-product arrangements. The highest-value supply is linked to acorn-feeding seasons (montanera/montanheira), which influence slaughter timing and downstream curing throughput. International trade is shaped less by bulk commodity dynamics and more by branded quality positioning, authenticity controls, and compliance with additive and microbiological requirements for ready-to-eat meats.
Market GrowthNot Mentioned
Major Producing Countries
- SpainPrimary origin; Ibérico pig dehesa regions include Castile-Leon, Andalusia and Extremadura; Ibérico chorizo is produced via mincing, curing/resting, stuffing, and aging-drying.
- PortugalIberian pig systems also exist in Portugal (montado/montanheira); Spanish Iberian-product quality arrangements explicitly admit products elaborated in Portugal under bilateral agreements.
Major Exporting Countries
Supply Calendar
- Spain (bellota / montanera-linked supply):Oct, Nov, Dec, Jan, FebMontanera (acorn-feeding) generally runs October to February; premium bellota inputs are seasonally constrained even if cured product can be sold later after aging.
- Portugal (montanheira-linked supply, Alentejo/montado systems):Oct, Nov, Dec, Jan, FebMontanheira (pannage) is linked to acorn production and is described as occurring October to February.
Specification
Major VarietiesChorizo cular (larger-caliber casing format), Chorizo vela (slender bar format), Sweet (dulce) vs spicy (picante) seasoning profiles, Smoked vs non-smoked variants
Physical Attributes
- Reddish color driven by paprika (pimentón); characteristic aroma and flavor linked to spices (notably paprika and garlic) and curing
- Firm, compact, cylindrical sausage; typical stuffing caliber around 40–50 mm is described for Ibérico chorizo production
- Slice appearance described as distinct meat and fat distribution rather than a uniform paste (fine chop; visible fat granules)
Packaging
- Whole-piece formats and vacuum-packed half pieces are common for retail and export handling
- Pre-sliced packs are marketed for ready-to-serve consumption in some premium channels
ProcessingTypical method described: mince lean meat and bacon, knead and cure/rest 24–48 hours, stuff into casings, then cure in controlled rooms before natural drying/agingDrying/aging may be performed with or without smoking
Supply Chain
Value Chain
- Iberian pig rearing in dehesa/montado systems (or other managed systems) -> slaughter and cutting -> mincing and mixing with fat and spices -> resting/seasoning -> stuffing into casings -> fermentation and drying/aging -> vacuum packing / slicing -> distribution to gourmet retail and foodservice
Demand Drivers
- Premium charcuterie demand tied to Ibérico/bellota positioning and traditional Spanish cured-meat formats
- Convenience formats (vacuum-packed and sliced packs) supporting wider distribution beyond origin regions
Temperature
- Ibérico chorizo curing is described in stages including short curing in heated rooms around 10–15°C at high relative humidity before transfer to natural drying rooms for extended curing
- Post-pack handling commonly references refrigeration for vacuum-packed product (example guidance: 0–8°C) and warm-up before consumption after opening
Atmosphere Control
- Vacuum packing is commonly used for whole or half-piece retail/export presentation
Shelf Life
- After opening vacuum packaging, producer guidance commonly recommends consuming within several days (example guidance: 4–6 days) under appropriate storage
Risks
Animal Health HighAfrican swine fever (ASF) is a highly contagious pig disease with severe mortality and major economic consequences; outbreaks can trigger rapid movement controls and trade restrictions affecting pork supply chains, including premium Iberian-pig charcuterie.Maintain strict farm and transport biosecurity, align sourcing with veterinary zoning/compartmentalization policies where applicable, and build contingency sourcing and inventory plans for cured products.
Climate MediumAcorn-dependent finishing systems (montanera/montanheira) are tied to Quercus oak productivity; drought and oak decline pressures can reduce acorn supply and constrain premium bellota-linked raw material availability.Monitor acorn season conditions and dehesa/montado ecosystem health indicators; diversify input categories (bellota vs cebo de campo/cebo) and manage aging inventories to smooth seasonal shocks.
Food Safety MediumReady-to-eat cured meats face ongoing microbiological compliance expectations (e.g., Listeria monocytogenes criteria in key markets); failures can cause border rejections, recalls, and brand damage.Apply HACCP-based controls across curing/fermentation and post-processing hygiene; validate shelf-life and environmental monitoring programs aligned with destination-market microbiological criteria.
Regulatory Compliance MediumCured meat formulations may involve authorized additives and processing aids governed by Codex/market rules, while processed-meat carcinogenicity classification increases the likelihood of labeling, reformulation, or marketing restrictions in some jurisdictions.Maintain additive compliance documentation (Codex GSFA and destination-market rules) and prepare regulatory dossiers supporting product safety, traceability, and truthful claims (e.g., bellota/raza, gluten-free, allergen statements).
Sustainability
- Dependence on dehesa/montado oak ecosystems (holm oak and cork oak) for acorn-based finishing; drought and related decline syndromes in Quercus systems can reduce acorn availability and stress extensive production models
- Land stewardship and biodiversity considerations in dehesa landscapes where Iberian pigs graze in semi-liberty
Labor & Social
- Public health scrutiny: WHO/IARC define processed meat as meat transformed by salting, curing, fermentation, smoking or similar processes, and IARC classified processed meat as carcinogenic to humans (Group 1); this can affect consumer perception and regulatory attention
- Authenticity and labeling enforcement risk in high-value Iberian pig products; Spanish authorities state the Iberian quality standard aims to defend consumers and avoid fraud and market distortions
FAQ
What is Ibérico chorizo, and what makes it different from generic chorizo?Ibérico chorizo is described as chorizo made exclusively from meat and fat from the Ibérico pig, seasoned with salt, paprika (pimentón) and spices such as garlic and oregano, then kneaded, stuffed into casing, and aged-dried (with or without smoking). This link to the Ibérico pig production systems of Spain (and related Iberian systems) is the defining differentiator versus generic chorizo.
When is the key seasonal window for bellota (acorn-fed) Iberian pig production that supports premium Ibérico cured products?A major certified-origin body (PDO Dehesa de Extremadura) describes montanera as generally taking place from October to February, during autumn and winter, when Iberian pigs feed naturally on acorns and other dehesa resources. Portuguese literature describing the montanheira (pannage) period also links it to October to February.
How is Ibérico chorizo typically processed at a high level?A Spanish trade promotion source describes a process that includes mincing lean meat and bacon, kneading and resting/curing for 24–48 hours, stuffing into casing (noted around 40–50 mm caliber), short curing in controlled rooms, and then extended curing in natural drying rooms. Producers also describe the sequence as selection, mincing, mixing with fat and spices, seasoning, fermentation, stuffing, and drying.
How should vacuum-packed Ibérico chorizo be stored and handled after opening?Producer guidance commonly recommends cool storage, with examples including refrigeration for vacuum-packed pieces (e.g., 0–8°C) and allowing slices to rest outside the vacuum briefly before eating. After opening, some producers advise consuming within several days (example guidance: 4–6 days) under appropriate storage.
Sources
Iberico Chorizo Country Coverage for Suppliers, Manufacturers, Export Flows, and Prices
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All country market pages: Germany, Mexico, Colombia, Spain, United Kingdom, United States, Poland, Italy, Peru, Austria, France, Philippines, Belgium, Denmark, Netherlands, Ecuador, Canada, Costa Rica, Hungary, Brazil, Chile, Czechia, Vietnam, Slovakia, China, Ireland, Romania, Switzerland, Japan, Kazakhstan, Thailand, Sweden, Slovenia, Turkiye, Portugal, Estonia, Sri Lanka, Serbia, Croatia, Bulgaria, Saudi Arabia, Lithuania, Latvia, Guatemala, Hong Kong, United Arab Emirates, South Korea, South Africa, Greece, Macedonia, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Finland, Australia, Luxembourg, El Salvador, Kenya, Malaysia, Kuwait, Ukraine, Montenegro, Nicaragua, Israel, Armenia, Singapore, Honduras, Norway, Panama, Bahamas, Andorra, Albania, Argentina, Azerbaijan, Barbados, Burkina Faso, Bahrain, Burundi, Benin, Bermuda, Brunei, Bolivia, Botswana, Belize, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Ivory Coast, Cuba, Cyprus, Dominican Republic, Egypt, Ethiopia, Fiji, Gabon, Gambia, Indonesia, India, Iran, Iceland, Jamaica, Jordan, Kyrgyzstan, Cambodia, Laos, Liberia, Lesotho, Morocco, Moldova, Madagascar, Myanmar [Burma], Mongolia, Macao, Malta, Mauritius, Maldives, Malawi, Mozambique, Namibia, Niger, Nigeria, Nepal, New Zealand, Oman, Pakistan, Paraguay, Qatar, Senegal, Swaziland, Togo, Tunisia, Tanzania, Uganda, Uruguay, Uzbekistan, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, Zambia
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