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China: Frozen Pork Cut Market 2024

Frozen Pork Cut Market Size in China

In 2022, the Chinese frozen pork cut market decreased by -60.6% to $X for the first time since 2018, thus ending a three-year rising trend. In general, consumption, however, continues to indicate resilient growth. Over the period under review, the market hit record highs at $X in 2021, and then contracted sharply in the following year.

Frozen Pork Cut Exports

Exports from China

In 2022, overseas shipments of frozen hams, shoulders and cuts of pig meat decreased by 0% to X tons, falling for the third year in a row after two years of growth. Over the period under review, exports faced a sharp decline. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2016 with an increase of 178%. Over the period under review, the exports reached the maximum at X tons in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, the exports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, frozen pork cut exports amounted to $X in 2022. Overall, exports recorded a precipitous slump. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2016 with an increase of 191% against the previous year. The exports peaked at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, the exports failed to regain momentum.

Exports by Country

Denmark (X kg) was the main destination for frozen pork cut exports from China, with a 8.1% share of total exports. Moreover, frozen pork cut exports to Denmark exceeded the volume sent to the second major destination, the Netherlands (X kg), threefold.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of volume to Denmark was relatively modest. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: the Netherlands (0.0% per year) and Turkey (0.0% per year).

In value terms, the largest markets for frozen pork cut exported from China were the Netherlands ($X), Denmark ($X) and Turkey ($X), together comprising 6.7% of total exports.

The Netherlands, with a CAGR of 0.0%, recorded the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of exports, among the main countries of destination over the period under review, while shipments for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Export Prices by Country

In 2022, the average frozen pork cut export price amounted to $X per ton, remaining constant against the previous year. In general, the export price enjoyed a temperate expansion. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2020 when the average export price increased by 26% against the previous year. The export price peaked in 2022 and is expected to retain growth in the near future.

There were significant differences in the average prices for the major external markets. In 2022, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Turkey ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Denmark ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Malaysia (+1.8%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced mixed trend patterns.

Frozen Pork Cut Imports

Imports into China

In 2022, after three years of growth, there was significant decline in supplies from abroad of frozen hams, shoulders and cuts of pig meat, when their volume decreased by -54.7% to X tons. In general, imports, however, posted a resilient expansion. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2020 when imports increased by 121%. Imports peaked at X tons in 2021, and then shrank markedly in the following year.

In value terms, frozen pork cut imports shrank significantly to $X in 2022. Over the period under review, imports, however, posted resilient growth. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2020 with an increase of 180% against the previous year. Imports peaked at $X in 2021, and then fell significantly in the following year.

Imports by Country

Spain (X tons), Denmark (X tons) and the United States (X tons) were the main suppliers of frozen pork cut imports to China, together accounting for 55% of total imports. Canada, the Netherlands, Chile, the UK, Brazil, Ireland and France lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 41%.

From 2012 to 2022, the biggest increases were recorded for the Netherlands (with a CAGR of +49.4%), while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, the largest frozen pork cut suppliers to China were Spain ($X), Denmark ($X) and the United States ($X), together comprising 56% of total imports. Canada, the Netherlands, Chile, the UK, Brazil, Ireland and France lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 41%.

The Netherlands, with a CAGR of +48.3%, recorded the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of imports, in terms of the main suppliers over the period under review, while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Import Prices by Country

In 2022, the average frozen pork cut import price amounted to $X per ton, declining by -18.3% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price showed a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2020 an increase of 27%. The import price peaked at $X per ton in 2021, and then dropped significantly in the following year.

Average prices varied noticeably amongst the major supplying countries. In 2022, amid the top importers, the countries with the highest prices were Chile ($X per ton) and Spain ($X per ton), while the price for the UK ($X per ton) and Brazil ($X per ton) were amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Germany (+1.3%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced a decline.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for frozen hams, shoulders and cuts of pig meat in the world?

China constituted the country with the largest volume of frozen pork cut consumption, accounting for 59% of total volume. Moreover, frozen pork cut consumption in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, Germany, sixfold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by Spain, with a 7% share.

What are the largest producers of frozen hams, shoulders and cuts of pig meat in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of frozen pork cut production in 2020 were Spain, Germany and the United States, together comprising 60% of global production.

What are the leading suppliers of frozen hams, shoulders and cuts of pig meat to China?

In value terms, the largest frozen pork cut suppliers to China were Spain, the United States and Canada, together accounting for 57% of total imports. Germany, Denmark, the Netherlands and Chile lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 30%.

What is the average export price for frozen hams, shoulders and cuts of pig meat in China?

In 2020, the average frozen pork cut export price amounted to $3,170 per ton, surging by 75% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for frozen hams, shoulders and cuts of pig meat in China?

The average frozen pork cut import price stood at $2,346 per ton in 2020, surging by 27% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the frozen pork cut market in China. Within it, you will discover the latest data on market trends and opportunities by country, consumption, production and price developments, as well as the global trade (imports and exports). The forecast exhibits the market prospects through 2030.

Product coverage:

Prodcom 10113250 - Frozen hams, shoulders and cuts with bone in, of pig meat

Country coverage:

China

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Market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Trade (exports and imports) in China
Export and import prices
Market trends, drivers and restraints
Key market players and their profiles

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Understanding the Current State of The Market and Its Prospects
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The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry
1. PRODUCTION, PRODUCING ANIMALS AND YIELD
8. IMPORTS
The Largest Import Supplying Countries
1. IMPORTS FROM 2012–2023
2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
9. EXPORTS
The Largest Destinations for Exports
1. EXPORTS FROM 2012–2023
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LIST OF TABLES
1. Key Findings In 2023
2. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
3. Market Value, 2012–2023
4. Per Capita Consumption In 2012-2023
5. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
6. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
7. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023
8. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
9. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
10. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023
LIST OF FIGURES
1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
2. Market Value, 2012–2023
3. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012-2023
4. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012-2023
5. Trade Balance, In Physical Terms, 2012-2023
6. Trade Balance, In Value Terms, 2012-2023
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8. Market Volume Forecast to 2030
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10. Products: Market Size And Growth, By Type
11. Products: Average Per Capita Consumption, By Type
12. Products: Exports And Growth, By Type
13. Products: Export Prices And Growth, By Type
14. Production Volume And Growth
15. Yield And Growth
16. Exports And Growth
17. Export Prices And Growth
18. Market Size And Growth
19. Per Capita Consumption
20. Imports And Growth
21. Import Prices
22. Production, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
23. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
24. Producing Animals Slaughtered, 2012–2023
25. Yield, 2012–2023
26. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
27. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
28. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
29. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
30. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
31. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023
32. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
33. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
34. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
35. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
36. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
37. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023