Meat; of swine, hams, shoulders and cuts thereof, with bone in, frozen

HS v2022 Code: 020322

About meat; of swine, hams, shoulders and cuts thereof, with bone in, frozen

HS code 020322 covers the import and export of frozen pork hams, shoulders, and other cuts with the bone still intact. This industry is a crucial component of the global meat trade, providing a versatile and widely-consumed protein source. Pork is one of the most widely-consumed meats worldwide, and the frozen pork products under this code are in high demand across various sectors, including food service, retail, and further processing.

Production process

The production of frozen pork cuts with bone-in typically involves the following key steps: slaughtering and butchering of pigs, trimming and cutting the meat into the desired cuts, and then freezing the products to preserve their quality and extend their shelf life. Advanced freezing techniques, such as blast freezing, are often employed to ensure the meat retains its texture and flavor.

Production inputs

The main inputs required for the production of HS code 020322 products include live pigs, which are the primary raw material. Additionally, producers require specialized butchering and processing equipment, as well as cold storage and transportation infrastructure to maintain the frozen state of the products. Energy sources, such as electricity or natural gas, are also essential for the freezing and storage processes.

Production outputs

The frozen pork cuts covered by HS code 020322 are primarily consumed by 020329 Meat; of swine, cuts, frozen, 160100 Sausages and similar products, of meat, meat offal or blood; food preparations based on these products, and 160249 Meat, meat offal or blood; preparations, n.e.c. in heading no. 1602, of swine. These products are used in a wide range of food applications, from retail sales to further processing and incorporation into other meat-based products.

Revisions to 020322

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 020322. The most recent 1 version of this code (020322) is in the HS v2022 system (this version):

This page shows the most recent version of code 020322.

Family tree for meat; of swine, hams, shoulders and cuts thereof, with bone in, frozen

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    A["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/02'>02: Meat and edible meat offal</a>"]
A --> B["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/0203'>0203: Meat of swine; fresh, chilled or frozen</a>"]
B --> C["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/020322'>020322: Meat; of swine, hams, shoulders and cuts thereof, with bone in, frozen</a>"]

    B --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/020311'>020311: Meat; of swine, carcasses and half-carcasses, fresh or chilled</a>"]
B --> E["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/020312'>020312: Meat; of swine, hams, shoulders and cuts thereof, with bone in, fresh or chilled</a>"]
B --> F["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/020319'>020319: Meat; of swine, n.e.c. in item no. 0203.1, fresh or chilled</a>"]
B --> G["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/020321'>020321: Meat; of swine, carcasses and half-carcasses, frozen</a>"]
B --> H["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/020329'>020329: Meat; of swine, n.e.c. in item no. 0203.2, frozen</a>"]

    

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