Meat; salted, in brine, dried or smoked, of swine, hams, shoulders and cuts thereof, with bone in

HS v2022 Code: 021011

About meat; salted, in brine, dried or smoked, of swine, hams, shoulders and cuts thereof, with bone in

HS code 021011 covers the import and export of salted, brined, dried, or smoked pork hams, shoulders, and other cuts with the bone still intact. This is a significant segment of the global meat trade, as pork is a staple protein source in many regions and cultures. The processing and trade of these pork products play a crucial role in international food supply chains and the broader agricultural economy.

Production process

The production of the meat products covered under HS code 021011 typically involves several key steps. First, the pork cuts are trimmed, cured, and then either salted, brined, dried, or smoked to preserve them. Smoking is a common technique that imparts unique flavors. The curing and drying processes can take weeks or even months to complete, depending on the specific product. Careful temperature and humidity control are essential throughout the production cycle to ensure food safety and quality.

Production inputs

The main inputs required for the production of HS code 021011 products include live pigs, salt, curing agents, and specialized equipment for smoking, drying, and packaging the meat. Pork producers, meat processors, and logistics providers all play a vital role in sourcing the necessary raw materials and managing the supply chain.

Production outputs

The primary outputs of HS code 021011 are various types of salted, brined, dried, or smoked pork hams, shoulders, and other cuts. These products are often consumed directly as specialty meats or incorporated into a wide range of other food items, such as 160100 Sausages and similar products, of meat, meat offal or blood; food preparations based on these products, 160241 Hams and cuts thereof, of swine, and 160242 Shoulders and cuts thereof, of swine.

Revisions to 021011

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 021011. The most recent 1 version of this code (021011) is in the HS v2022 system (this version):

This page shows the most recent version of code 021011.

Family tree for meat; salted, in brine, dried or smoked, of swine, hams, shoulders and cuts thereof, with bone in

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    A["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/02'>02: Meat and edible meat offal</a>"]
A --> B["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/0210'>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/v2022/021011'>021011: Meat; salted, in brine, dried or smoked, of swine, hams, shoulders and cuts thereof, with bone in</a>"]

    B --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/021012'>021012: Meat; salted, in brine, dried or smoked, of swine, bellies (streaky) and cuts thereof</a>"]
B --> E["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/021019'>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/v2022/021020'>021020: Meat; salted, in brine, dried or smoked, of bovine animals</a>"]
B --> G["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/021091'>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/v2022/021092'>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/v2022/021093'>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/v2022/021099'>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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