HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 0203.19 – Meat; of swine, n.e.c. in item no. 0203.1, fresh or chilled
HS code 0203.19 is the 6-digit subheading for meat, of swine, n.e.c. in item no. 0203.1, fresh or chilled. It is used for fresh pork belly, chilled pork loin, fresh pork ribs, chilled pork tenderloin and fresh pork chops.
What HS 0203.19 covers
This "not elsewhere specified" HS code for fresh or chilled swine meat captures all other fresh or chilled pork cuts that are not whole carcasses (020311) or bone-in hams/shoulders (020312). This broad category includes a vast array of popular cuts, both bone-in and boneless, that are widely traded for retail, food service, and further processing. Importers range from countries seeking specific cuts for their culinary traditions, such as pork belly for Asian cuisine or specific loin cuts for European markets, to those needing raw material for sausage production or other processed pork products. Major exporters include the United States, the European Union, Canada, and Brazil, leveraging their efficient processing plants to supply diverse global demands. Trade in these varied cuts necessitates clear product specifications, consistent quality, and strict adherence to cold chain logistics and sanitary requirements to ensure product integrity and safety across borders.
- Covers
- Fresh pork belly
- Chilled pork loin
- Fresh pork ribs
- Chilled pork tenderloin
- Fresh pork chops
- Chilled pork neck
- Fresh pork jowl
- Chilled pork trotters
- Examples
- Smithfield fresh pork ribs
- Tyson Fresh Meats pork belly
- Danish Crown fresh pork loin
- JBS Swift fresh pork chops
Codes often confused with 0203.19
Common mistake. This code is often confused with 020312 if the cuts are bone-in hams or shoulders, or with 020329 if the "other" cuts are frozen. It's important to confirm the fresh/chilled state and that the cut isn't a whole carcass or a specific bone-in ham/shoulder.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 020319, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 020319 in UN Comtrade data was Spain, with 22% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Japan, with 14% of world imports. Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Spain $2.7B 22% of world exports
- 2 Germany $2.2B 18% of world exports
- 3 Canada $1.8B 15% of world exports
World total: $12.2B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Japan $1.7B 14% of world imports
- 2 Italy $930M 7.7% of world imports
- 3 Poland $867M 7.2% of world imports
World total: $12.0B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
How these figures are built
109 countries reported 2025 trade to UN Comtrade in HS 2022, and their own totals are used. Countries that did not report are estimated from what other countries recorded trading with them. Those estimates miss trade with other non-reporting countries, so they can be low, and a non-reporting country can rank higher than shown or be missing from the list. World totals add both and leave out trade between two non-reporting countries. Figures are in current US dollars; reported imports are mostly valued CIF and exports FOB, and exports include re-exports. The UN Comtrade links show the underlying records; they can also list a few reporters left out here (regional groups and older HS editions).
Source: UN Comtrade (United Nations Statistics Division), 2025 annual data.
Brazil NCM code for 0203.19
Brazil does not split HS 0203.19: its NCM code is 0203.19.00.
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 02.03 →
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.
Questions about HS 0203.19
What is HS code 020319?
HS code 020319 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Meat; of swine, n.e.c. in item no. 0203.1, fresh or chilled. This "not elsewhere specified" HS code for fresh or chilled swine meat captures all other fresh or chilled pork cuts that are not whole carcasses (020311) or bone-in hams/shoulders (020312). This broad category includes a vast array of popular cuts, both bone-in and boneless, that are widely traded for retail, food service, and further processing. Importers range from countries seeking specific cuts for their culinary traditions, such as pork belly for Asian cuisine or specific loin cuts for European markets, to those needing raw material for sausage production or other processed pork products. Major exporters include the United States, the European Union, Canada, and Brazil, leveraging their efficient processing plants to supply diverse global demands. Trade in these varied cuts necessitates clear product specifications, consistent quality, and strict adherence to cold chain logistics and sanitary requirements to ensure product integrity and safety across borders.
What products fall under HS code 020319?
Fresh pork belly, Chilled pork loin, Fresh pork ribs, Chilled pork tenderloin, Fresh pork chops, Chilled pork neck, Fresh pork jowl, Chilled pork trotters
What are common misclassifications for HS code 020319?
This code is often confused with 020312 if the cuts are bone-in hams or shoulders, or with 020329 if the "other" cuts are frozen. It's important to confirm the fresh/chilled state and that the cut isn't a whole carcass or a specific bone-in ham/shoulder.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 020319?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 020319 in UN Comtrade data were Spain ($2.7B, 22% of world exports), Germany ($2.2B) and Canada ($1.8B). World exports came to about $12.2B, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Which countries are the top importers of goods under HS code 020319?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 020319 in UN Comtrade data were Japan ($1.7B, 14% of world imports), Italy ($930M) and Poland ($867M). World imports came to about $12.0B, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
How is HS code 020319 structured?
HS code 020319 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (02) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (03) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (19) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 020319?
In Brazil, HS code 020319 is NCM 0203.19.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.