HS Code 160242
Prepared or Preserved Swine Shoulders
HS code 160242 is for prepared or preserved shoulders and cuts thereof from swine, including cooked or canned shoulder meat, excluding homogenised preparations.
6-digit Section IVReefer
HS Code 160242 — Prepared or Preserved Swine Shoulders
Refers to prepared or preserved shoulders and cuts of shoulders from pigs. This common industrial code covers items like processed shoulder 'picnic' hams and canned shoulder meat. Shoulder meat is generally considered a different grade than hind-leg ham.
What's included
- Cooked pork shoulder
- Picnic ham (from shoulder)
- Canned shoulder meat
- Cured shoulder cuts
What's excluded
- Fresh pork shoulder → use
020312(Unprocessed raw cuts are classified in Chapter 2.)
Common examples
- Pulled pork (cooked shoulder)
- Canned pork shoulder picnic
- Smoked pork shoulder slices
- Roasted shoulder deli meat
Frequently asked questions
Is 'Picnic Ham' classified as ham (160241)?
No, despite the name, picnic ham comes from the shoulder and is classified under 160242.
Trade & shipping notes
- Typical duty range: 12% - 22%
- Documentation: Must check for country-specific swine disease restrictions before shipping.
- Typical shipping mode: Reefer
- Top exporters: Denmark, United States, Canada, Netherlands
- Top importers: Japan, South Korea, Mexico
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Key takeaway
Covers shoulder cuts (often called picnic hams) that have been cooked or preserved.
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