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Republic of Korea: Preserved Belly Cut Market 2021

Preserved Belly Cut Market Size in Republic of Korea

The South Korean preserved belly cut market soared to $X in 2020, picking up by X% against the previous year. In general, consumption, however, continues to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. As a result, consumption reached the peak level and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Preserved Belly Cut Production in Republic of Korea

In value terms, preserved belly cut production surged to $X in 2020 estimated in export prices. Overall, production, however, recorded a relatively flat trend pattern. Over the period under review, production reached the maximum level at $X in 2007; however, from 2008 to 2020, production stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Preserved Belly Cut Exports

Exports from Republic of Korea

Preserved belly cut exports from South Korea dropped remarkably to X kg in 2020, shrinking by -X% compared with 2019. Overall, exports, however, enjoyed resilient growth. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2019 with an increase of X% y-o-y. As a result, exports attained the peak of X kg, and then fell significantly in the following year.

In value terms, preserved belly cut exports skyrocketed to $X in 2020. Over the period under review, exports, however, saw a strong increase. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2019 when exports increased by X% y-o-y. Exports peaked in 2020 and are likely to see gradual growth in years to come.

Exports by Country

Bolivia (X kg) was the main destination for preserved belly cut exports from South Korea, with a X% share of total exports. Moreover, preserved belly cut exports to Bolivia exceeded the volume sent to the second major destination, Palau (X kg), more than tenfold.

From 2007 to 2020, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume to Bolivia was relatively modest.

In value terms, Bolivia ($X) emerged as the key foreign market for preserved belly cut exports from South Korea, comprising X% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Palau ($X), with a X% share of total exports.

From 2007 to 2020, the average annual growth rate of value to Bolivia was relatively modest.

Export Prices by Country

The average preserved belly cut export price stood at $X per ton in 2020, increasing by X% against the previous year. In general, the export price, however, recorded a noticeable decrease. The export price peaked at $X per ton in 2007; however, from 2008 to 2020, export prices failed to regain the momentum.

There were significant differences in the average prices for the major export markets. In 2020, the country with the highest price was Palau ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Bolivia amounted to $X per ton.

From 2007 to 2020, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Palau.

Preserved Belly Cut Imports

Imports into Republic of Korea

In 2020, purchases abroad of hams, shoulders and cuts of swine (salted, in brine, dried or smoked) decreased by -X% to X tons for the first time since 2016, thus ending a three-year rising trend. In general, imports, however, continue to indicate a resilient expansion. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2008 with an increase of X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports hit record highs at X tons in 2019, and then declined notably in the following year.

In value terms, preserved belly cut imports reduced sharply to $X in 2020. Overall, imports, however, posted a significant expansion. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2008 with an increase of X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports reached the peak figure at $X in 2019, and then reduced notably in the following year.

Imports by Country

In 2020, Spain (X tons) was the main preserved belly cut supplier to South Korea, accounting for a approx. X% share of total imports.

From 2007 to 2020, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume from Spain totaled +X%.

In value terms, Spain ($X) constituted the largest supplier of preserved belly cut to South Korea.

From 2007 to 2020, the average annual growth rate of value from Spain stood at +X%.

Import Prices by Country

In 2020, the average preserved belly cut import price amounted to $X per ton, with an increase of X% against the previous year. In general, the import price saw a buoyant expansion. As a result, import price attained the peak level and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

As there is only one major supplying country, the average price level is determined by prices for Spain.

From 2007 to 2020, the rate of growth in terms of prices for Spain amounted to -X% per year.

Source: IndexBox Platform

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for hams, shoulders and cuts of swine (salted, in brine, dried or smoked) in the world?

China constituted the country with the largest volume of preserved belly cut consumption, comprising approx. 15% of total volume. Moreover, preserved belly cut consumption in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, the U.S., twofold. India ranked third in terms of total consumption with a 6.2% share.

What are the largest producers of hams, shoulders and cuts of swine (salted, in brine, dried or smoked) in the world?

China constituted the country with the largest volume of preserved belly cut production, comprising approx. 15% of total volume. Moreover, preserved belly cut production in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, the U.S., twofold. India ranked third in terms of total production with a 6.2% share.

What are the leading suppliers of hams, shoulders and cuts of swine (salted, in brine, dried or smoked) to Republic of Korea?

In value terms, Spain constituted the largest supplier of preserved belly cut to South Korea.

What are the leading importers of hams, shoulders and cuts of swine (salted, in brine, dried or smoked) from Republic of Korea?

In value terms, Bolivia $609) emerged as the key foreign market for preserved belly cut exports from South Korea, comprising 91% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Palau $58), with a 8.7% share of total exports.

What is the average export price for hams, shoulders and cuts of swine (salted, in brine, dried or smoked) in Republic of Korea?

The average preserved belly cut export price stood at $5,294 per ton in 2020, with an increase of 66% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for hams, shoulders and cuts of swine (salted, in brine, dried or smoked) in Republic of Korea?

The average preserved belly cut import price stood at $33,181 per ton in 2020, growing by 347% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the preserved belly cut market in Republic of Korea. 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 2025.

Product coverage:

Prodcom 10131120 - Hams, shoulders and cuts thereof with bone in, of swine, s alted, in brine, dried or smoked

Country coverage:

South Korea

Data coverage:

Market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Trade (exports and imports) in Republic of Korea
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 THE AI PLATFORM
3. DATA-DRIVEN DECISIONS FOR YOUR BUSINESS
4. GLOSSARY AND SPECIFIC TERMS
2. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

A Quick Overview of Market Performance
1. KEY FINDINGS
2. MARKET TRENDSThis Chapter is Available Only for the Professional EditionPRO
3. MARKET OVERVIEW

Understanding the Current State of The Market and its Prospects
1. MARKET SIZE: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
2. MARKET STRUCTURE: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
3. TRADE BALANCE: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
4. PER CAPITA CONSUMPTION: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
5. MARKET FORECAST TO 2035
4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCTS FOR DIVERSIFICATION

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 PRODUCTS
4. MOST TRADED PRODUCTS
5. MOST PROFITABLE PRODUCTS FOR EXPORTS
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. TOP EXPORTING COUNTRIES
4. LOW-COST EXPORTING COUNTRIES
6. MOST PROMISING OVERSEAS MARKETS

Choosing the Best Countries to Boost Your Export
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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 VOLUME AND VALUE: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
8. IMPORTS

The Largest Import Supplying Countries
1. IMPORTS: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024)
3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024)
9. EXPORTS

The Largest Destinations for Exports
1. EXPORTS: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
2. EXPORTS BY COUNTRY: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024)
3. EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024)
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: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
3. Market Value: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
4. Per Capita Consumption: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
5. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
6. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
7. Import Prices, By Country, 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, 2012–2024
LIST OF FIGURES
1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
2. Market Value: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
3. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, in Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
4. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, in Value Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
5. Trade Balance, In Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
6. Trade Balance, In Value Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
7. Per Capita Consumption: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
8. Market Volume Forecast to 2035
9. Market Value Forecast to 2035
10. Market Size and Growth, By Product
11. Average Per Capita Consumption, By Product
12. Exports and Growth, By Product
13. Export Prices and Growth, By Product
14. Production Volume and Growth
15. Exports and Growth
16. Export Prices and Growth
17. Market Size and Growth
18. Per Capita Consumption
19. Imports and Growth
20. Import Prices
21. Production, In Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
22. Production, In Value Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
23. Imports, In Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
24. Imports, In Value Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
25. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
26. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
27. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
28. Import Prices, By Country, 2012–2024
29. Exports, In Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
30. Exports, In Value Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
31. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
32. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
33. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
34. Export Prices, By Country, 2012–2024