In 2023, China led global pork imports with 2.28 million metric tons, seeing a year-on-year import volume increase of 0.7%. Japan and Germany followed, with notable volume increases in Japan at 0.65% and declines in Germany at -0.18%. Mexico and South Korea showed strong growth, both exceeding 1.5% increases. Conversely, countries like Russia and Belarus faced significant reductions of -13.31% and -15.81% respectively. A five-year average analysis highlights rising trends in emerging economies like Colombia and New Zealand, while traditional European importers experienced slower growth or declines.
Looking ahead, the global pork import landscape may be influenced by economic recovery patterns, evolving trade policies, and environmental concerns impacting production and transport. China will continue to dominate but watch for policy adjustments that could shift its import volume. Additionally, growing demand in Southeast Asia and Latin America may redirect trade flows, while Europe's slowing growth in some areas might create opportunities for new market entrants.
| # | 10 Countries | Thousand Metric Tons | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 China | 2,280 | 2023 | 0% | +0.7% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Japan | 1,560 | 2023 | +0.77% | +0.65% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Germany | 1,200 | 2023 | 0% | -0.18% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Italy | 1,140 | 2023 | -0.088% | -0.33% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Mexico | 1,050 | 2023 | +2.04% | +1.68% | View data |
| 6 | 6 United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland | 1,030 | 2023 | |||
| 7 | 7 South Korea | 844 | 2023 | +2.43% | +1.77% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Poland | 838 | 2023 | +1.33% | +1.03% | View data |
| 9 | 9 United States | 620 | 2023 | +0.49% | +0.79% | View data |
| 10 | 10 France | 525 | 2023 | -0.94% | -1.25% | View data |
