HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 0203.29 – Meat; of swine, n.e.c. in item no. 0203.2, frozen
HS code 0203.29 is the 6-digit subheading for meat, of swine, n.e.c. in item no. 0203.2, frozen. It is used for frozen pork belly, frozen pork loin, frozen pork ribs, frozen pork tenderloin and frozen pork chops.
What HS 0203.29 covers
This "not elsewhere specified" HS code covers all other frozen swine meat cuts that are not whole carcasses (020321) or bone-in hams/shoulders (020322). This broad category includes a wide variety of popular frozen pork cuts, both bone-in and boneless, that are extensively traded globally. These cuts are crucial for food service, retail, and further processing industries worldwide, offering flexibility in supply and demand management due to their extended shelf life. Importers range from countries with high pork consumption seeking specific cuts like pork belly or ribs, to those requiring raw material for processed meat products. Major exporters include the United States, the European Union, Brazil, and Canada, leveraging their efficient freezing and logistics infrastructure. Successful trade in these diverse frozen cuts relies on accurate product descriptions, consistent quality control, and strict adherence to international cold chain and sanitary standards to prevent spoilage and ensure consumer safety.
- Covers
- Frozen pork belly
- Frozen pork loin
- Frozen pork ribs
- Frozen pork tenderloin
- Frozen pork chops
- Frozen pork neck
- Frozen pork jowl
- Frozen pork trotters
- Frozen pork fat
- Examples
- Smithfield frozen pork belly
- Tyson Fresh Meats frozen pork ribs
- Danish Crown frozen pork loin
- JBS Swift frozen pork tenderloin
Codes often confused with 0203.29
Common mistake. This code is often confused with 020319 if the "other" cuts are fresh or chilled, or with 020322 if the cuts are bone-in hams or shoulders. It's essential to confirm the frozen state and that the cut isn't a whole carcass or a specific bone-in ham/shoulder.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 020329, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 020329 in UN Comtrade data was Brazil, with 21% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Japan, with 16% 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 Brazil $3.2B 21% of world exports
- 2 United States $2.9B 19% of world exports
- 3 Spain $2.9B 18% of world exports
World total: $15.6B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Japan $2.4B 16% of world imports
- 2 South Korea $1.8B 12% of world imports
- 3 China $1.5B 9.6% of world imports
World total: $15.4B 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 0203.29
Brazil does not split HS 0203.29: its NCM code is 0203.29.00.
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 0203.29
What is HS code 020329?
HS code 020329 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Meat; of swine, n.e.c. in item no. 0203.2, frozen. This "not elsewhere specified" HS code covers all other frozen swine meat cuts that are not whole carcasses (020321) or bone-in hams/shoulders (020322). This broad category includes a wide variety of popular frozen pork cuts, both bone-in and boneless, that are extensively traded globally. These cuts are crucial for food service, retail, and further processing industries worldwide, offering flexibility in supply and demand management due to their extended shelf life. Importers range from countries with high pork consumption seeking specific cuts like pork belly or ribs, to those requiring raw material for processed meat products. Major exporters include the United States, the European Union, Brazil, and Canada, leveraging their efficient freezing and logistics infrastructure. Successful trade in these diverse frozen cuts relies on accurate product descriptions, consistent quality control, and strict adherence to international cold chain and sanitary standards to prevent spoilage and ensure consumer safety.
What products fall under HS code 020329?
Frozen pork belly, Frozen pork loin, Frozen pork ribs, Frozen pork tenderloin, Frozen pork chops, Frozen pork neck, Frozen pork jowl, Frozen pork trotters, Frozen pork fat
What are common misclassifications for HS code 020329?
This code is often confused with 020319 if the "other" cuts are fresh or chilled, or with 020322 if the cuts are bone-in hams or shoulders. It's essential to confirm the frozen 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 020329?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 020329 in UN Comtrade data were Brazil ($3.2B, 21% of world exports), the United States ($2.9B) and Spain ($2.9B). World exports came to about $15.6B, 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 020329?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 020329 in UN Comtrade data were Japan ($2.4B, 16% of world imports), South Korea ($1.8B) and China ($1.5B). World imports came to about $15.4B, 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 020329 structured?
HS code 020329 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 (29) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 020329?
In Brazil, HS code 020329 is NCM 0203.29.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.