HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 1602.49 – Meat preparations; of swine, meat or meat offal (including mixtures), prepared or preserved, n.e.c. in heading no. 1602
HS code 1602.49 is the 6-digit subheading for meat preparations, of swine, meat or meat offal (including mixtures), prepared or preserved, n.e.c. in heading no. 1602. It is used for pork sausages (pre-cooked), pork pâté, pork terrine, canned pork with vegetables and pork liver spread.
What HS 1602.49 covers
This category covers a broad spectrum of prepared or preserved swine meat or meat offal, including mixtures, not elsewhere specified in heading 1602. It's a versatile segment catering to diverse culinary traditions and convenience food markets globally. Products range from various types of sausages and pâtés to canned pork dishes and processed offal preparations. International trade in these goods is influenced by consumer preferences, food safety standards, and the efficiency of processing and distribution networks. Exporters are typically countries with robust pork industries and advanced food manufacturing capabilities, while importers seek variety, convenience, or specific regional delicacies. The EUDR also impacts trade by requiring due diligence on the supply chain's environmental footprint. Accurate labeling of ingredients and processing methods is paramount for trade compliance and consumer trust.
- Covers
- Pork sausages (pre-cooked)
- Pork pâté
- Pork terrine
- Canned pork with vegetables
- Pork liver spread
- Pork rillettes
- Pork meatballs (prepared)
- Examples
- Oscar Mayer Wieners (pre-cooked)
- Plumrose Canned Ham
- Goya Pork Pâté
- Zwan Pork Luncheon Meat
- Libby's Vienna Sausages
Codes often confused with 1602.49
Common mistake. Often confused with 160242 if the product contains shoulder cuts but isn't exclusively so, or 160290 if it's a mixed meat preparation that isn't predominantly swine.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 160249, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 160249 in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 14% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United Kingdom, with 13% 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 United States $444M 14% of world exports
- 2 Poland $325M 10% of world exports
- 3 Germany $314M 10% of world exports
World total: $3.1B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United Kingdom $405M 13% of world imports
- 2 Canada $241M 7.9% of world imports
- 3 Japan $215M 7.1% of world imports
World total: $3.0B 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 1602.49
Brazil does not split HS 1602.49: its NCM code is 1602.49.00.
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 1602.49
What is HS code 160249?
HS code 160249 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Meat preparations; of swine, meat or meat offal (including mixtures), prepared or preserved, n.e.c. in heading no. 1602. This category covers a broad spectrum of prepared or preserved swine meat or meat offal, including mixtures, not elsewhere specified in heading 1602. It's a versatile segment catering to diverse culinary traditions and convenience food markets globally. Products range from various types of sausages and pâtés to canned pork dishes and processed offal preparations. International trade in these goods is influenced by consumer preferences, food safety standards, and the efficiency of processing and distribution networks. Exporters are typically countries with robust pork industries and advanced food manufacturing capabilities, while importers seek variety, convenience, or specific regional delicacies. The EUDR also impacts trade by requiring due diligence on the supply chain's environmental footprint. Accurate labeling of ingredients and processing methods is paramount for trade compliance and consumer trust.
What products fall under HS code 160249?
Pork sausages (pre-cooked), pork pâté, pork terrine, canned pork with vegetables, pork liver spread, pork rillettes, pork meatballs (prepared)
What are common misclassifications for HS code 160249?
Often confused with 160242 if the product contains shoulder cuts but isn't exclusively so, or 160290 if it's a mixed meat preparation that isn't predominantly swine.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 160249?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 160249 in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($444M, 14% of world exports), Poland ($325M) and Germany ($314M). World exports came to about $3.1B, 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 160249?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 160249 in UN Comtrade data were the United Kingdom ($405M, 13% of world imports), Canada ($241M) and Japan ($215M). World imports came to about $3.0B, 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 160249 structured?
HS code 160249 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 (49) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 160249?
In Brazil, HS code 160249 is NCM 1602.49.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.