HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 1602.41 – Meat preparations; of swine, hams and cuts thereof, prepared or preserved (excluding homogenised preparations)
HS code 1602.41 is the 6-digit subheading for meat preparations, of swine, hams and cuts thereof, prepared or preserved (excluding homogenised preparations). It is used for cured ham (Prosciutto), cooked ham slices, smoked bacon, pork shoulder picnic and gammon steaks.
What HS 1602.41 covers
This HS code specifically covers prepared or preserved hams and cuts thereof, derived from swine (pork), excluding homogenised preparations. This is a highly significant and diverse category in international trade, encompassing a vast array of products from world-renowned cured hams like Prosciutto and Jamón Serrano to cooked hams, bacon, and other processed pork cuts. Trade is driven by strong global consumer demand, deeply ingrained cultural culinary traditions, and the versatility of pork products in various cuisines. Importers are diverse, including retail chains, foodservice providers, and specialty markets seeking premium or everyday pork products. Exporters are typically nations with large-scale pig farming industries and advanced meat processing capabilities, often with specific regional expertise in curing and preserving. Key factors influencing this trade include traditional curing methods, aging processes, stringent food safety regulations, and regional appellations that define the quality and authenticity of premium products.
- Covers
- Cured ham (Prosciutto)
- Cooked ham slices
- Smoked bacon
- Pork shoulder picnic
- Gammon steaks
- Pork luncheon meat
- Jamón Serrano
- Examples
- Parma Ham
- Smithfield Ham
- Hormel Black Label Bacon
- Oscar Mayer Deli Fresh Ham
- Jamón Ibérico
Codes often confused with 1602.41
Common mistake. This code is specific to *swine* hams and cuts, prepared/preserved, distinguishing it from fresh pork (0203) or other prepared pork products (e.g., 160249 for other prepared pork).
Top exporters and importers of HS code 160241, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 160241 in UN Comtrade data was Germany, with 19% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United Kingdom, 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 Germany $298M 19% of world exports
- 2 Italy $281M 18% of world exports
- 3 Poland $225M 14% of world exports
World total: $1.6B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United Kingdom $266M 16% of world imports
- 2 France $203M 12% of world imports
- 3 Germany $174M 11% of world imports
World total: $1.6B 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 1602.41
Brazil does not split HS 1602.41: its NCM code is 1602.41.00.
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 16.02 →
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.
EU Regulatory Requirements
This product category is subject to the EU Deforestation Regulation (EUDR). Importers must provide due diligence statements proving the product was not produced on deforested land after December 31, 2020.
Questions about HS 1602.41
What is HS code 160241?
HS code 160241 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Meat preparations; of swine, hams and cuts thereof, prepared or preserved (excluding homogenised preparations). This HS code specifically covers prepared or preserved hams and cuts thereof, derived from swine (pork), excluding homogenised preparations. This is a highly significant and diverse category in international trade, encompassing a vast array of products from world-renowned cured hams like Prosciutto and Jamón Serrano to cooked hams, bacon, and other processed pork cuts. Trade is driven by strong global consumer demand, deeply ingrained cultural culinary traditions, and the versatility of pork products in various cuisines. Importers are diverse, including retail chains, foodservice providers, and specialty markets seeking premium or everyday pork products. Exporters are typically nations with large-scale pig farming industries and advanced meat processing capabilities, often with specific regional expertise in curing and preserving. Key factors influencing this trade include traditional curing methods, aging processes, stringent food safety regulations, and regional appellations that define the quality and authenticity of premium products.
What products fall under HS code 160241?
Cured ham (Prosciutto), Cooked ham slices, Smoked bacon, Pork shoulder picnic, Gammon steaks, Pork luncheon meat, Jamón Serrano
What are common misclassifications for HS code 160241?
This code is specific to *swine* hams and cuts, prepared/preserved, distinguishing it from fresh pork (0203) or other prepared pork products (e.g., 160249 for other prepared pork).
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 160241?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 160241 in UN Comtrade data were Germany ($298M, 19% of world exports), Italy ($281M) and Poland ($225M). World exports came to about $1.6B, 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 160241?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 160241 in UN Comtrade data were the United Kingdom ($266M, 16% of world imports), France ($203M) and Germany ($174M). World imports came to about $1.6B, 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.
How is HS code 160241 structured?
HS code 160241 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (16) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (02) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (41) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 160241?
In Brazil, HS code 160241 is NCM 1602.41.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.