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U.S. exports of frozen edible pork head meat (HS 0206490040) totaled $504K in June 2026, traded with 8 countries.
Frozen edible head meat of swine, encompassing meat trimmed from the skull including cheek meat and jowl trimmings. This product is used in processed meat manufacturing, sausage production, and traditional food preparations across multiple markets. Trade is subject to USDA/FSIS import and export regulations.
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Pork head meat refers specifically to the muscular tissue trimmed from the head of the swine, such as cheek and jowl meat, and is classified separately from organ meats (tongues, hearts) and skin under the HTS offal subheadings.
Frozen pork head meat is widely used as an ingredient in sausages, luncheon meats, pâtés, and head cheese (brawn), valued for its fat-to-lean ratio and binding properties in processed meat formulations.
Yes, the US only permits imports of pork products, including head meat, from countries and establishments that have been evaluated and approved by USDA/FSIS; active trade restrictions or embargoes may further limit eligible source countries.
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| Country | Imports | Exports | Balance |
|---|---|---|---|
| TAIWAN | -- | $254K | +$254K |
| KOREA, SOUTH | -- | $170K | +$170K |
| PHILIPPINES | -- | $50K | +$50K |
| MEXICO | -- | $21K | +$21K |
| DOMINICAN REPUBLIC | -- | $5K | +$5K |
No geographic breakdown available
U.S. trade for this product is not broken down by state or port in the latest Census Bureau release.