Meat; salted, in brine, dried or smoked, of swine, bellies (streaky) and cuts thereof

HS v2017 Code: 021012

About meat; salted, in brine, dried or smoked, of swine, bellies (streaky) and cuts thereof

HS code 021012 covers the import and export of salted, brined, dried, or smoked pork bellies and related cuts. This industry is a crucial component of the global meat trade, providing a shelf-stable and versatile protein source for consumers and industrial users worldwide. Pork belly products are widely used in a variety of cuisines and processed meat applications, making this code an important part of the broader food and agriculture sector.

Production process

The production of salted, brined, dried, or smoked pork bellies typically involves several key steps. First, the raw pork bellies are trimmed and prepared. They may then be cured with salt, nitrites, and other preservatives to extend shelf life and develop flavor. The cured bellies are often smoked using hardwood or other aromatic fuels to impart a distinctive taste. Drying and aging processes may also be employed to further concentrate the flavors and textures of the final products.

Production inputs

The main inputs required for the 021012 (Meat; salted, in brine, dried or smoked, of swine, bellies (streaky) and cuts thereof) industry include live swine, salt, curing agents, and specialized smoking and drying equipment. Producers may also rely on packaging materials, transportation services, and energy sources to support their operations. Access to high-quality pork supplies and efficient processing facilities are critical to the competitiveness of this industry.

Production outputs

The primary outputs of the 021012 (Meat; salted, in brine, dried or smoked, of swine, bellies (streaky) and cuts thereof) industry are various pork belly products, including bacon, pancetta, and other specialty meat items. These outputs may be consumed directly by households or used as ingredients in a wide range of processed food products, such as 160100 Sausages and similar products, of meat, meat offal or blood; food preparations based on these products, 160249 Meat, meat offal or blood; prepared or preserved, n.e.c. in heading no. 1602, and 160290 Meat, meat offal or blood; prepared or preserved, n.e.c. in heading no. 1602.

Revisions to 021012

Classification codes are adjusted frequently. The code may have been revised or replaced between system versions. The table below shows the history (newest to oldest) of the code 021012. The most recent 1 version of this code (021012) is in the HS v2022 system:

This page shows a legacy version of code 021012 ( HS v2017).

Family tree for meat; salted, in brine, dried or smoked, of swine, bellies (streaky) and cuts thereof

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    A["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/02'>02: Meat and edible meat offal</a>"]
A --> B["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/0210'>0210: Meat and edible meat offal; salted, in brine, dried or smoked; edible flours and meals of meat or meat offal</a>"]
B --> C["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/021012'>021012: Meat; salted, in brine, dried or smoked, of swine, bellies (streaky) and cuts thereof</a>"]

    B --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/021011'>021011: Meat; salted, in brine, dried or smoked, of swine, hams, shoulders and cuts thereof, with bone in</a>"]
B --> E["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/021019'>021019: Meat; salted in brine, dried or smoked, of swine, n.e.c. in item no. 0210.1</a>"]
B --> F["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/021020'>021020: Meat; salted, in brine, dried or smoked, of bovine animals</a>"]
B --> G["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/021091'>021091: Meat and edible meat offal; salted, in brine, dried or smoked, and edible flours and meals of meat or meat offal, of primates</a>"]
B --> H["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/021092'>021092: Meat and edible meat offal; salted, in brine, dried or smoked; edible flours, meals of meat or meat offal, of whales, dolphins, porpoises (of order Cetacea); manatees, dugongs (of order Sirenia); seals, sea lions, and walruses (of suborder Pinnipedia)</a>"]
B --> I["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/021093'>021093: Meat and edible meat offal; salted, in brine, dried or smoked, and edible flours and meals of meat or meat offal, of reptiles (including snakes and turtles)</a>"]
B --> J["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/021099'>021099: Meat and edible meat offal; salted, in brine, dried or smoked, and edible flours and meals of meat or meat offal, other than of primates, whales, dolphins, porpoises, manatees, dugongs, seals, sea lions, walruses, reptiles (including snakes and turtles)</a>"]

    

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