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Norway: Frozen Pork Carcase Market 2025

Frozen Pork Carcase Market Size in Norway

The Norwegian frozen pork carcase market contracted modestly to $X in 2022, almost unchanged from the previous year. The market value increased at an average annual rate of +2.0% from 2012 to 2022; the trend pattern remained relatively stable, with somewhat noticeable fluctuations being recorded in certain years. As a result, consumption reached the peak level of $X, and then dropped in the following year.

Frozen Pork Carcase Production in Norway

In value terms, frozen pork carcase production fell to $X in 2022 estimated in export price. In general, production recorded a noticeable setback. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2021 when the production volume increased by 18%. Frozen pork carcase production peaked at $X in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2022, production remained at a lower figure.

Frozen Pork Carcase Exports

Exports from Norway

In 2022, overseas shipments of frozen carcases of pig meat decreased by -99% to X tons, falling for the third consecutive year after two years of growth. Overall, exports recorded a sharp setback. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2013 with an increase of 75%. As a result, the exports reached the peak of X tons. From 2014 to 2022, the growth of the exports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, frozen pork carcase exports fell remarkably to $X in 2022. In general, exports saw a sharp shrinkage. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2013 when exports increased by 51%. As a result, the exports attained the peak of $X. From 2014 to 2022, the growth of the exports remained at a lower figure.

Exports by Country

Sweden (X tons) was the main destination for frozen pork carcase exports from Norway, with a approx. 100% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of volume to Sweden amounted to -20.7%.

In value terms, Sweden ($X) emerged as the key foreign market for frozen carcases of pig meat exports from Norway.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of value to Sweden totaled -10.5%.

Export Prices by Country

In 2022, the average frozen pork carcase export price amounted to $X per ton, increasing by 278% against the previous year. In general, the export price recorded a resilient increase. As a result, the export price reached the peak level and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

As there is only one major export destination, the average price level is determined by prices for Sweden.

From 2012 to 2022, the rate of growth in terms of prices for Spain amounted to +20.5% per year.

Frozen Pork Carcase Imports

Imports into Norway

In 2022, approx. X tons of frozen carcases of pig meat were imported into Norway; increasing by 12% compared with 2021 figures. In general, imports saw a resilient expansion. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2020 when imports increased by 1,710% against the previous year. As a result, imports attained the peak of X tons. From 2021 to 2022, the growth of imports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, frozen pork carcase imports dropped modestly to $X in 2022. Over the period under review, imports recorded a prominent expansion. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2020 when imports increased by 541% against the previous year. As a result, imports attained the peak of $X. From 2021 to 2022, the growth of imports remained at a lower figure.

Imports by Country

In 2022, Germany (X tons) was the main frozen pork carcase supplier to Norway, accounting for a 98% share of total imports. It was followed by Spain (X tons), with a 1.9% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume from Germany stood at +45.7%.

In value terms, Germany ($X) constituted the largest supplier of frozen carcases of pig meat to Norway, comprising 91% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Spain ($X), with a 7.5% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value from Germany totaled +29.8%.

Import Prices by Country

In 2022, the average frozen pork carcase import price amounted to $X per ton, which is down by -13.2% against the previous year. In general, the import price showed a drastic downturn. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2013 when the average import price increased by 107%. As a result, import price attained the peak level of $X per ton. From 2014 to 2022, the average import prices remained at a somewhat lower figure.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major supplying countries. In 2022, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Spain ($X per ton), while the price for Germany totaled $X per ton.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Finland (-8.4%), 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 carcases of pig meat in the world?

Russia constituted the country with the largest volume of frozen pork carcase consumption, comprising approx. 42% of total volume. Moreover, frozen pork carcase consumption in Russia exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, Germany, twofold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by Brazil, with a 12% share.

What are the largest producers of frozen carcases of pig meat in the world?

Russia remains the largest frozen pork carcase producing country worldwide, comprising approx. 33% of total volume. Moreover, frozen pork carcase production in Russia exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, Germany, twofold. The United States ranked third in terms of total production with a 15% share.

What are the leading suppliers of frozen carcases of pig meat to Norway?

In value terms, Germany constituted the largest supplier of frozen pork carcase to Norway.

What are the leading importers of frozen carcases of pig meat from Norway?

In value terms, Armenia, Poland and North Macedonia were the largest markets for frozen pork carcase exported from Norway worldwide, together accounting for 90% of total exports.

What is the average export price for frozen carcases of pig meat in Norway?

In 2020, the average frozen pork carcase export price amounted to $1,102 per ton, waning by -31.7% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for frozen carcases of pig meat in Norway?

In 2020, the average frozen pork carcase import price amounted to $2,430 per ton, declining by -21.8% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the frozen pork carcase market in Norway. 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 10113230 - Frozen carcases and half-carcases, of pig meat

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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 Norway
Export and import prices
Market trends, drivers and restraints
Key market players and their profiles

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1. INTRODUCTION

Making Data-Driven Decisions to Grow Your Business
1. REPORT DESCRIPTION
2. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY AND AI PLATFORM
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4. GLOSSARY AND SPECIFIC TERMS
2. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

A Quick Overview of Market Performance
1. KEY FINDINGS
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3. MARKET OVERVIEW

Understanding the Current State of The Market and Its Prospects
1. MARKET SIZE
2. MARKET STRUCTURE
3. TRADE BALANCE
4. PER CAPITA CONSUMPTION
5. MARKET FORECAST TO 2030
4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCT

Finding New Products to Diversify Your Business
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1. TOP PRODUCTS TO DIVERSIFY YOUR BUSINESS
2. BEST-SELLING PRODUCTS
3. MOST CONSUMED PRODUCT
4. MOST TRADED PRODUCT
5. MOST PROFITABLE PRODUCT FOR EXPORT
5. MOST PROMISING SUPPLYING COUNTRIES

Choosing the Best Countries to Establish Your Sustainable Supply Chain
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1. TOP COUNTRIES TO SOURCE YOUR PRODUCT
2. TOP PRODUCING COUNTRIES
3. COUNTRIES WITH TOP YIELDS
4. TOP EXPORTING COUNTRIES
5. LOW-COST EXPORTING COUNTRIES
6. MOST PROMISING OVERSEAS MARKETS

Choosing the Best Countries to Boost Your Exports
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1. TOP OVERSEAS MARKETS FOR EXPORTING YOUR PRODUCT
2. TOP CONSUMING MARKETS
3. UNSATURATED MARKETS
4. TOP IMPORTING MARKETS
5. MOST PROFITABLE MARKETS
7. PRODUCTION

The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry
1. PRODUCTION, PRODUCING ANIMALS AND YIELD
8. IMPORTS
The Largest Import Supplying Countries
1. IMPORTS FROM 2012–2024
2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
9. EXPORTS
The Largest Destinations for Exports
1. EXPORTS FROM 2012–2024
2. EXPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS

The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles
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LIST OF TABLES
1. Key Findings In 2024
2. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
3. Market Value, 2012–2024
4. Per Capita Consumption In 2012-2024
5. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
6. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
7. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2024
8. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
9. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
10. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2024
LIST OF FIGURES
1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
2. Market Value, 2012–2024
3. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012-2024
4. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012-2024
5. Trade Balance, In Physical Terms, 2012-2024
6. Trade Balance, In Value Terms, 2012-2024
7. Per Capita Consumption, 2012-2024
8. Market Volume Forecast to 2030
9. Market Value Forecast to 2030
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, 2012–2024
23. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
24. Producing Animals Slaughtered, 2012–2024
25. Yield, 2012–2024
26. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
27. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
28. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
29. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
30. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
31. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2024
32. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
33. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
34. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
35. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
36. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
37. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2024