HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 0209.10 – Fat; pig fat, free of lean meat, not rendered or otherwise extracted, fresh, chilled, frozen, salted, in brine, dried or smoked
HS code 0209.10 is the 6-digit subheading for fat, pig fat, free of lean meat, not rendered or otherwise extracted, fresh, chilled, frozen, salted, in brine, dried or smoked. It is used for fresh pork back fat, frozen pork leaf fat, salted pork belly fat, smoked pork jowl fat and chilled pork cutting fat.
What HS 0209.10 covers
This HS code covers pig fat that is free of lean meat, and has not been rendered or otherwise extracted. It includes fresh, chilled, frozen, salted, in brine, dried, or smoked forms. This raw fat is a crucial commodity in the food industry, used for further processing into lard, as an ingredient in sausages and processed meats, or for culinary purposes in various cuisines. Major importers are often food manufacturers and processors looking for raw materials, while exporters are typically countries with significant pig farming industries. Key considerations in international trade include food safety regulations, cold chain logistics for fresh/chilled/frozen products, and proper preservation methods for salted, dried, or smoked variants. The quality and origin of the fat can also influence its market value and demand, with specific breeds or farming practices sometimes commanding premium prices. Trade volumes are substantial, reflecting global demand for pork products and their derivatives.
- Covers
- Fresh pork back fat
- Frozen pork leaf fat
- Salted pork belly fat
- Smoked pork jowl fat
- Chilled pork cutting fat
- Pork fat for rendering
- Cured pork fatback
- Examples
- Niman Ranch Pork Fatback
- Heritage Foods USA Pork Leaf Fat
- La Quercia Cured Pork Fat
- Smithfield Fresh Pork Fat
- Local Butcher Shop Pork Fat
Codes often confused with 0209.10
Common mistake. This code is often confused with rendered pig fat (lard) under HS 150100, which has undergone a processing step to separate fat from other tissues. It also differs from pig meat with fat attached, which falls under Chapter 2's other codes like 0203.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 020910, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 020910 in UN Comtrade data was Spain, with 20% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the Philippines, with 12% 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 $155M 20% of world exports
- 2 Germany $110M 14% of world exports
- 3 Canada $101M 13% of world exports
World total: $782M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Philippines $98M 12% of world imports
- 2 Japan $72M 9.1% of world imports
- 3 Mexico $70M 8.9% of world imports
World total: $792M 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 codes for 0209.10 4
Brazil splits HS 0209.10 into 4 NCM codes, Mercosur's 8-digit tariff lines.
- 0209.10.1 Pig fatbackToucinho Group
- 0209.10.11 Pig fatback, fresh, chilled or frozenFresco, refrigerado ou congelado
- 0209.10.19 Other pig fatback (salted, brined, dried, smoked)Outros
- 0209.10.2 FatGordura Group
- 0209.10.21 Pig fat, fresh, chilled or frozenFresca, refrigerada ou congelada
- 0209.10.29 Other pig fat (salted, brined, dried or smoked)Outras
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 02.09 →
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.
Questions about HS 0209.10
What is HS code 020910?
HS code 020910 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Fat; pig fat, free of lean meat, not rendered or otherwise extracted, fresh, chilled, frozen, salted, in brine, dried or smoked. This HS code covers pig fat that is free of lean meat, and has not been rendered or otherwise extracted. It includes fresh, chilled, frozen, salted, in brine, dried, or smoked forms. This raw fat is a crucial commodity in the food industry, used for further processing into lard, as an ingredient in sausages and processed meats, or for culinary purposes in various cuisines. Major importers are often food manufacturers and processors looking for raw materials, while exporters are typically countries with significant pig farming industries. Key considerations in international trade include food safety regulations, cold chain logistics for fresh/chilled/frozen products, and proper preservation methods for salted, dried, or smoked variants. The quality and origin of the fat can also influence its market value and demand, with specific breeds or farming practices sometimes commanding premium prices. Trade volumes are substantial, reflecting global demand for pork products and their derivatives.
What products fall under HS code 020910?
Fresh pork back fat, frozen pork leaf fat, salted pork belly fat, smoked pork jowl fat, chilled pork cutting fat, pork fat for rendering, cured pork fatback
What are common misclassifications for HS code 020910?
This code is often confused with rendered pig fat (lard) under HS 150100, which has undergone a processing step to separate fat from other tissues. It also differs from pig meat with fat attached, which falls under Chapter 2's other codes like 0203.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 020910?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 020910 in UN Comtrade data were Spain ($155M, 20% of world exports), Germany ($110M) and Canada ($101M). World exports came to about $782M, 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 020910?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 020910 in UN Comtrade data were the Philippines ($98M, 12% of world imports), Japan ($72M) and Mexico ($70M). World imports came to about $792M, 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 020910 structured?
HS code 020910 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (02) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (09) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (10) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 020910?
Brazil splits HS code 020910 into 4 NCM codes: 0209.10.11 (Pig fatback, fresh, chilled or frozen), 0209.10.19 (Other pig fatback (salted, brined, dried, smoked)), 0209.10.21 (Pig fat, fresh, chilled or frozen), 0209.10.29 (Other pig fat (salted, brined, dried or smoked)). The first 6 digits of each match the HS code.