Parent Product
Chorizo
HS Code
160100
Last Updated
2026-05-09
Key takeaways for search and sourcing teams
- Mild Chorizo market coverage spans 133 countries.
- 27 exporter companies and 22 importer companies are indexed in the global supply chain intelligence network for this product.
- 50 supplier-linked transactions are summarized across the top 6 countries.
- 0 premium suppliers and 0 catalog items are currently listed.
- Wholesale sample entries: 1; farmgate sample entries: 0.
- Latest reference year in this page dataset is 2026.
- Page data last updated on 2026-05-09.
Global Supplier Transactions, Export Activity, and Price Benchmarks for Mild Chorizo
Analyze 50 supplier-linked transactions across the top 6 countries, with monthly unit-price benchmarks to track export competitiveness and sourcing risk for Mild Chorizo.
Mild Chorizo Country YoY Change in Supplier Transactions and Export Momentum
Compare positive and negative YoY shifts in Mild Chorizo to identify accelerating supplier markets and weakening export corridors.
Top YoY shifts for Mild Chorizo: Spain (-20.3%), United States (+5.5%).
Mild Chorizo Country-Level Supplier Transaction and Unit Price Summary
As of 2025-06, benchmark Mild Chorizo country transaction counts with monthly unit price and volume to prioritize supplier and export markets.
In 2025-11, countries with visible Mild Chorizo transaction unit prices: United States (9.49 USD / kg), Spain (7.10 USD / kg), Costa Rica (5.02 USD / kg), Peru (1.88 USD / kg).
| Country | YoY Change | Transaction Count | 2025-06 | 2025-07 | 2025-08 | 2025-09 | 2025-10 | 2025-11 | 2025-12 | 2026-01 | 2026-02 | 2026-03 | 2026-04 | 2026-05 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Costa Rica | - | 16 | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | 5.01 USD / kg (675 kg) | 5.02 USD / kg (585 kg) | ||||||
| United States | +5.5% | 13 | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | 9.76 USD / kg (1,085 kg) | 10.14 USD / kg (1,343.79 kg) | 9.49 USD / kg (199.41 kg) | ||||||
| Brazil | - | 1 | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | ||||||
| Spain | -20.3% | 18 | 10.37 USD / kg (266 kg) | 10.56 USD / kg (210 kg) | 6.53 USD / kg (1,285 kg) | 9.63 USD / kg (532.2 kg) | 9.96 USD / kg (1,402 kg) | 7.10 USD / kg (230 kg) | ||||||
| Colombia | - | 1 | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | ||||||
| Peru | - | 1 | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | 1.88 USD / kg (2.36 kg) |
Mild Chorizo Global Supply Chain Coverage
49 companies
27 exporters and 22 importers are mapped for Mild Chorizo.
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Mild Chorizo Export Supplier Intelligence, Trade Flows, and Price Signals
27 exporter companies are mapped in Tridge Supply Chain Intelligence for Mild Chorizo. Exporters and importers can use company profiles and analytics to evaluate supplier coverage, trading activity, and route opportunities.
Mild Chorizo Top Exporters and Supplier Profiles
Review leading exporter profiles while benchmarking against 27 total exporter companies in the Mild Chorizo supply chain intelligence network. Exporters and importers can unlock company profiles and analytics to qualify partners faster.
(Spain)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-04-07
Employee Size: 1 - 10 Employees
Industries: Food Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: Distribution / WholesaleFood Manufacturing
Exporting Countries: Ukraine
Supplying Products: Beef Jerky, Salami, Bacon +3
(Peru)
Latest Export Transaction: 2025-11-11
Sales Revenue: USD 10M - 50M
Industries: Food Services And Drinking PlacesAnimal ProductionFood Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: Distribution / WholesaleRetail
Exporting Countries: Chile
Supplying Products: Frozen Chicken Cuts, Chorizo, Frozen Chicken Offal +5
(Spain)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-04-07
Employee Size: 51 - 100 Employees
Sales Revenue: USD 10M - 50M
Industries: Animal ProductionOthersBeverage ManufacturingFood PackagingFood Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: OthersFarming / Production / Processing / PackingDistribution / WholesaleFood Manufacturing
Exporting Countries: Ukraine, Argentina, Ecuador, Peru
Supplying Products: Bacon, Beef Jerky, Salami +5
(Costa Rica)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-04-07
Employee Size: 51 - 100 Employees
Sales Revenue: USD 10M - 50M
Industries: Food PackagingFood WholesalersOnline Retail And Fulfillment
Value Chain Roles: Distribution / WholesaleTradeLogistics
Exporting Countries: Nicaragua, Honduras, El Salvador
Supplying Products: Chorizo, Raw Beef, Frankfurter Sausage +5
(Spain)
Latest Export Transaction: 2025-05-16
Employee Size: 101 - 500 Employees
Industries: Freight Forwarding And IntermodalOthers
Value Chain Roles: OthersLogisticsTrade
Exporting Countries: Peru, United States
Supplying Products: Chorizo, Salami, Manchego Cheese +5
(Spain)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-04-07
Employee Size: 11 - 50 Employees
Sales Revenue: USD 10M - 50M
Industries: Animal ProductionFood Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: Farming / Production / Processing / PackingTradeFood Manufacturing
Exporting Countries: South Korea, Peru, Vietnam, Colombia
Supplying Products: Frozen Boneless Pork Cut, Salami, Chorizo +5
Mild Chorizo Global Exporter Coverage
27 companies
Exporter company count is a key signal for Mild Chorizo supply depth and sourcing optionality.
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Top Exporting Countries for Mild Chorizo (HS Code 160100) in 2024
For Mild Chorizo in 2024, compare export volume and value across the top 10 supplier countries to map core supply structure.
| 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 |
Mild Chorizo Export Trade Flow and Partner Country Summary
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Mild Chorizo Import Buyer Intelligence, Demand Signals, and Price Benchmarks
22 importer companies are mapped for Mild Chorizo demand intelligence. Use Supply Chain Intelligence company profiles and analytics to prioritize buyers, distributors, and downstream demand partners by market.
Mild Chorizo Top Buyers, Importers, and Demand Partners
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(Peru)
Latest Import Transaction: 2025-07-02
Employee Size: 501 - 1000 Employees
Industries: Food Services And Drinking PlacesOthers
Value Chain Roles: -
(Panama)
Latest Import Transaction: 2025-12-29
Industries: OthersFood PackagingFood Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: Costa Rica, Nicaragua
(Costa Rica)
Latest Import Transaction: 2025-11-11
Employee Size: 11 - 50 Employees
Sales Revenue: USD 1M - 5M
Industries: Food Services And Drinking PlacesFood PackagingFood Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: -
(Peru)
Latest Import Transaction: 2025-11-13
Employee Size: 11 - 50 Employees
Industries: Others
Value Chain Roles: -
(Vietnam)
Latest Import Transaction: 2025-09-17
Industries: Food ManufacturingFood PackagingOthers
Value Chain Roles: -
(Panama)
Latest Import Transaction: 2025-10-24
Industries: Others
Value Chain Roles: -
Global Importer Coverage
22 companies
Importer company count highlights the current depth of demand-side visibility for Mild Chorizo.
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Top Import Demand Countries for Mild Chorizo (HS Code 160100) in 2024
For Mild 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 |
Mild Chorizo Import Trade Flow and Origin Country Summary
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Global Wholesale Supplier Price Trends by Country for Mild Chorizo
Mild Chorizo Monthly Wholesale Supplier Price Summary by Country
Monthly Mild Chorizo wholesale unit-price benchmarks by country for export and sourcing decisions.
In 2025-10, countries with visible Mild Chorizo wholesale unit prices: Ukraine (5.17 USD / kg).
| Country | 2025-06 | 2025-07 | 2025-08 | 2025-09 | 2025-10 | 2025-11 | 2025-12 | 2026-01 | 2026-02 | 2026-03 | 2026-04 | 2026-05 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ukraine | 5.09 USD / kg | - | 5.25 USD / kg | 5.22 USD / kg | 5.17 USD / kg | - |
Mild Chorizo Wholesale Price Competitiveness by Major Exporting Countries
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| Rank | Country | Average | Lower | Upper | YoY |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ukraine | 5.15 USD / kg | 5.05 USD / kg | 5.27 USD / kg | +8.2% |
Latest Mild Chorizo Wholesale Export Price Updates
Use the latest 1 Mild Chorizo wholesale updates to validate current export price points and origin-level supplier changes.
| Date | Entry Name | Unit Price (USD) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-10-01 | Чор*** ***** ***** ***** ***** * ******* **** | 5.18 USD / kg |
Classification
Product TypeProcessed Food
Product FormFresh and cured sausage (mild)
Industry PositionProcessed Meat Product
Market
Mild chorizo is a seasoned sausage positioned within the globally traded "sausages and similar products" category, with trade statistics typically captured under HS 1601 at the heading level. Commercial production is geographically widespread, with especially strong culinary and manufacturing identities in Spain (cured chorizo) and Mexico (fresh chorizo), alongside large-scale sausage industries in Europe and North America. International trade is shaped by chilled/frozen logistics for fresh formats and by shelf-stable distribution opportunities for dried/cured formats. Key market dynamics include sensitivity to pork supply shocks, additive and labeling rules across jurisdictions, and heightened scrutiny of processed meats in dietary guidance and public health discussions.
Major Producing Countries
- SpainMajor producer of cured/dry chorizo styles for domestic use and export within the wider HS 1601 sausage category.
- MexicoMajor producer of fresh chorizo styles; trade presence typically aggregated under sausage HS headings.
- GermanyLarge industrial sausage producer; significant participant in global sausage trade flows (HS 1601).
- United StatesLarge producer and consumer market for sausages; imports and exports reported under HS 1601 and related national subheadings.
- PolandSignificant European processed-meat manufacturing base; active in intra-regional and external sausage trade (HS 1601).
Major Exporting Countries
- SpainNotable exporter of cured sausage products, including chorizo-style items, within HS 1601 trade reporting.
- GermanyMajor exporter in global sausage trade statistics (HS 1601), including intra-European distribution.
- PolandMajor exporter in HS 1601 flows, particularly within Europe.
- ItalyExporter of processed meat products; chorizo-adjacent sausage trade is captured at HS heading level.
- DenmarkExporter of processed pork products within HS 1601 categories.
Major Importing Countries
- United StatesLarge import market for sausages and related processed meat products (HS 1601).
- United KingdomSignificant importer of processed meat products, including sausages (HS 1601).
- FranceLarge processed-meat consumer market; imports of sausages recorded under HS 1601.
- NetherlandsEuropean trade and distribution hub with substantial processed-food import/re-export activity, including HS 1601 products.
- GermanyLarge market with both import and export activity within regional supply chains for HS 1601 products.
Supply Calendar
- Europe (EU/UK supply chains):Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov, DecYear-round industrial production; volume and trade often respond more to demand peaks and livestock supply conditions than to harvest seasonality.
- North America (United States/Mexico):Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov, DecYear-round production; fresh formats are more cold-chain constrained, while cured formats can support longer-distance distribution.
- Iberian Peninsula (Spain/Portugal):Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov, DecCured/dry chorizo production is continuous, with planning influenced by curing capacity, raw material availability, and destination-market requirements.
Specification
Major VarietiesSpanish-style mild ("dulce") cured/dry chorizo, Mexican-style mild fresh chorizo (raw, cooking sausage), Smoked mild chorizo (semi-dry or cooked, depending on processor), Sliced ready-to-eat cured chorizo
Physical Attributes
- Coarsely ground to fine ground sausage texture depending on style
- Red to orange-red color commonly driven by paprika or other permitted colorants/spice blends
- Natural or collagen casings; links or bulk packs
Compositional Metrics
- Salt content and curing system selection (where used) are central to microbial stability and flavor
- Moisture and water activity control differentiates shelf-stable cured products from chilled fresh products
Packaging
- Vacuum-packed links or portions (common for cured/dry formats)
- Modified-atmosphere packs (common for chilled retail)
- Bulk cartons for foodservice and industrial users
- Frozen bulk packs for extended storage and export programs
ProcessingFresh chorizo is typically a raw sausage intended to be cooked by the end user or foodserviceCured/dry chorizo typically involves curing/fermentation (in some styles), drying, and sometimes smoking to achieve a stable eating qualityRegulatory and buyer specifications often focus on additive permissions, labeling, and microbiological performance rather than varietal identity
Supply Chain
Value Chain
- Livestock production and slaughter -> chilled meat trimming -> grinding -> spice mixing -> stuffing -> (fresh: chilled holding) or (cured: curing/fermentation/drying/smoking as applicable) -> packaging -> distribution (chilled/frozen/ambient depending on format)
Temperature
- Fresh chorizo is typically distributed under refrigeration or frozen for longer-distance trade; cold-chain integrity is critical for shelf life
- Cured/dry chorizo may be shipped without freezing when product stability targets are achieved, but heat exposure can affect fat quality and sensory attributes
Atmosphere Control
- Vacuum packaging and modified-atmosphere packaging are widely used to manage oxidation, color stability, and microbial growth in chilled distribution
Shelf Life
- Shelf life varies materially by format: fresh (short, refrigerated), frozen (extended), cured/dry (longer, depending on moisture/water activity and packaging)
Risks
Animal Disease HighAfrican swine fever (ASF) and other transboundary animal diseases can abruptly disrupt pork supply, shift global prices, and trigger import restrictions, directly affecting pork-based chorizo manufacturing economics and export availability.Maintain multi-origin pork sourcing strategies where feasible, qualify alternative formulations (e.g., poultry-based chorizo-style), and monitor official animal health notifications and market access rules.
Food Safety HighProcessed meat products can face severe recalls and trade interruptions due to pathogens and hygiene failures (notably for ready-to-eat sliced cured products), with high reputational and regulatory consequences.Apply Codex-aligned hygienic practice, validated lethality/fermentation-drying controls (where applicable), environmental monitoring for RTE areas, and robust traceability and recall readiness.
Regulatory Compliance MediumAdditive permissions (e.g., curing agents), residue and contaminant rules, allergen declarations, and labeling requirements vary significantly across markets, creating compliance and border-hold risks for exporters.Align formulations to destination-market additive limits and labeling rules, maintain specification-to-regulation mapping by SKU, and verify certificates and attestations required for each importing market.
Price Volatility MediumPork and feed-price volatility can rapidly change manufacturing margins and contract performance, especially for private-label and price-sensitive retail segments.Use price adjustment clauses where possible, diversify procurement, and hedge exposure when appropriate for the business model.
Sustainability
- Livestock supply-chain footprint (feed sourcing, land use, and greenhouse gas emissions) creates ongoing ESG scrutiny for pork-based processed meats
- Packaging footprint (vacuum films and multilayer plastics) is a recurring sustainability issue for internationally traded cured and chilled meats
Labor & Social
- Occupational health and safety risks in slaughter and meat processing (cuts, repetitive strain, cold environments) remain a material social compliance theme
- Public health controversy: WHO/IARC has classified processed meat as carcinogenic to humans, influencing dietary guidance, labeling debates, and reformulation pressure
FAQ
Which HS category is commonly used to track international trade in chorizo-type sausages?Trade data for chorizo is typically captured within the broader sausage category at the HS heading level (commonly HS 1601 for sausages and similar products of meat), with more specific product distinctions handled in national subheadings. Trade Map and UN Comtrade are commonly used sources for these HS-based trade flows.
What is the single biggest global supply disruption risk for pork-based mild chorizo?African swine fever (ASF) is a major global disruption risk because it can reduce pork availability and trigger trade restrictions that affect processed pork products. WOAH provides official disease information and updates that market participants monitor.
What global references are commonly used for hygiene and additive considerations in processed meat products?Codex Alimentarius provides widely referenced guidance for meat hygiene (including the Code of Hygienic Practice for Meat) and for food additive principles and listings via the General Standard for Food Additives (GSFA). Importing countries may apply additional national requirements on top of these references.
Sources
Mild Chorizo Country Coverage for Suppliers, Export Flows, and Prices
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All country market pages: Spain, Panama, Germany, United Kingdom, Poland, Philippines, United States, France, Italy, Ecuador, Belgium, Netherlands, Austria, Canada, Denmark, Hungary, Brazil, Mexico, Czechia, Slovakia, China, Ireland, Vietnam, Romania, Japan, Kazakhstan, Thailand, Slovenia, Sweden, Turkiye, Portugal, Estonia, Serbia, Croatia, Bulgaria, Saudi Arabia, Lithuania, Switzerland, Latvia, Guatemala, Hong Kong, United Arab Emirates, Costa Rica, South Korea, South Africa, Greece, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Macedonia, Finland, Luxembourg, Australia, El Salvador, Kenya, Kuwait, Malaysia, Ukraine, Nicaragua, Montenegro, Israel, Singapore, Armenia, Honduras, Norway, Andorra, Albania, Argentina, Azerbaijan, Barbados, Burkina Faso, Bahrain, Burundi, Benin, Bermuda, Brunei, Bolivia, Bahamas, Botswana, Belize, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Ivory Coast, Chile, Colombia, Cuba, Cyprus, Dominican Republic, Egypt, Ethiopia, Fiji, Gabon, Gambia, Indonesia, India, Iran, Iceland, Jamaica, Jordan, Kyrgyzstan, Cambodia, Laos, Sri Lanka, Liberia, Lesotho, Morocco, Moldova, Madagascar, Myanmar [Burma], Mongolia, Macao, Malta, Mauritius, Maldives, Malawi, Mozambique, Namibia, Niger, Nigeria, Nepal, New Zealand, Oman, Peru, Pakistan, Paraguay, Qatar, Senegal, Swaziland, Togo, Tunisia, Tanzania, Uganda, Uruguay, Uzbekistan, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, Zambia
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