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U.S. imports of frozen pork (SITC 01222) totaled $62.1M in April 2026, traded with 12 countries.
Importers of Frozen Pork paid $3.3M in duties in April 2026 — an effective duty rate of 10% on $33.3M in dutiable value, based on actual customs collections rather than the published tariff schedule. Frozen Pork imports of $62.1M in April 2026 ran 10% above the year-to-date monthly average of $56.3M.
Last updated: April 2026 dataFrozen pork encompasses a broad range of cuts — from bone-in hams and shoulders to boneless loins and trim — and is a primary input for processed meat manufacturing, including sausage, cured products, and ready-to-eat items. USDA FSIS reinspection is mandatory at entry, and APHIS regionalization rules based on foreign animal disease status can affect country eligibility independently of FSIS approval. The frozen format's extended shelf life makes it well-suited to large-volume procurement and inventory management strategies common in the processing sector.
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FSIS establishment approval confirms that a specific foreign processing facility meets US food safety equivalence standards. APHIS regionalization is a separate determination about whether a geographic region is free of specific animal diseases. Both conditions must be satisfied: a shipment from an FSIS-approved plant in a country that APHIS has restricted due to a disease outbreak would still be blocked from entry.
Frozen pork trim contracts typically specify lean-to-fat ratio (e.g., 72/28 or 80/20), maximum bone and cartilage tolerances, pH range, and microbiological standards. These specifications directly affect the product's suitability for further processing and its classification under the correct HTS subheading. Mismatches between contract specs and actual product can trigger FSIS reinspection holds or commercial disputes.
| Country | Imports | Exports | Balance |
|---|---|---|---|
| KOREA, SOUTH | -- | $64.4M | +$64.4M |
| JAPAN | -- | $58.3M | +$58.3M |
| MEXICO | $13.7M | $17.3M | +$3.6M |
| DOMINICAN REPUBLIC | -- | $29.8M | +$29.8M |
| COLOMBIA | -- | $27.7M | +$27.7M |
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