Salted, brined, dried or smoked pork market in CIS

Earlier Report Observations

The market for salted, brined, dried, or smoked pork in the CIS started at 53.8 тыс. т in 2018, supported by the development of the meat processing industry and increased production capacities. After a decline to 48.0 тыс. т in 2019, the market rebounded to 56.9 тыс. т in 2020. This recovery was driven by the introduction of a 25% import duty on pork effective from January 2021 and logistical constraints during the COVID-19 pandemic, which encouraged local production.

Growth continued in 2021, reaching 58.9 тыс. т, fueled by the expansion of meat delicacy and semi-finished product assortments, along with vertical integration and consolidation of major industry players. In 2022, the market volume saw a slight dip to 57.7 тыс. т amid logistical challenges and currency fluctuations linked to sanctions. A sharp increase followed in 2023, with the market surging to 67.1 тыс. т due to expanded production capacities, rising demand for meat snacks, and growing exports to markets like China.

Production salted, brined, dried or smoked pork in CIS

In kind, 2017-2020, t

Top producers of salted, brined, dried or smoked pork, 2017-2020

World map of production of salted, brined, dried or smoked pork, 2017-2020

Following a two-year decline, production of salted, brined, dried, or smoked pork in the CIS rebounded. In 2020, output reached 56 606 tonnes, marking a significant 18.4% increase compared to 2019. Over the period from 2017 to 2020, production decreased by 11.9%, which translates to an average annual decline of 4.1%. The lowest production level was recorded in 2019 at 47 809 tonnes, while the sharpest drop occurred in 2018 with a 16.5% decrease.

Annual dynamics of production in CIS in kind, 2017-2020, t

In value, 2017-2020, M $ US

For the second year in a row, the value of salted, brined, dried, or smoked pork production in the CIS rose. In 2020, the output was valued at 483.0 million US dollars, reflecting a 21.6% year-on-year increase. From 2017 to 2020, production value grew by 28.8%, with a compound annual growth rate of 8.8%. The lowest value was recorded in 2018 at 353.7 million US dollars, which also saw the largest decline of 5.7%.

Annual dynamics of production in CIS in value, 2017-2020, M $ US

Exports salted, brined, dried or smoked pork from CIS

Exports in kind, t

The data shows irregular fluctuations, indicating a volatile market environment. Exports peaked in 2017 and hit their lowest point in 2018, with a 2.9-fold difference between these years. In 2020, the CIS exported 53.1 tonnes of salted, brined, dried, or smoked pork, up 23.9% from the previous year. The minimum export volume was recorded in 2018 at 23.7 tonnes, which also experienced the largest decline of 65.9%. The most significant increase occurred in 2019 with an 80.9% rise.

Annual dynamics of product's exports from CIS in kind, 2017-2020, t

From 2017 to 2020, the United States and Ukraine were the primary destinations for exports of salted, brined, dried, or smoked pork from the CIS, together accounting for 1.1% of total export flows.

Structure of product's exports in kind by countries, 2017-2020

World map of product's exports from CIS in kind, 2017-2020

Exports in value, K $ US

The market displayed an unstable trend throughout the period. Exports reached their highest point in 2020 and their lowest in 2018, showing a 2.9-fold swing. In 2020, the value of salted, brined, dried, or smoked pork exports from the CIS amounted to 453 thousand US dollars, a 27.2% increase over the previous year. The minimum value was recorded in 2018 at 156 thousand US dollars, which also saw the largest decline of 61.5%. The most substantial increase occurred in 2019 with a 128.2% rise.

Annual dynamics of product's exports from CIS in value, 2017-2020, K $ US

Between 2017 and 2020, the United States and Ukraine emerged as the main buyers of salted, brined, dried, or smoked pork from the CIS, together representing 4.4% of total export value.

Structure of product's exports in value by countries, 2017-2020

World map of product's exports from CIS in value, 2017-2020

Imports salted, brined, dried or smoked pork to CIS

Imports in kind, t

Imports of salted, brined, dried, or smoked pork into the CIS increased for the third consecutive year. In 2020, imports were recorded at 324.2 tonnes, showing a sharp advance of 68.3% compared to 2019. Over the period from 2017 to 2020, imports grew by 142.3%, with a compound annual growth rate of 34.3%.

Annual dynamics of product's imports to CIS in kind, 2017-2020, t

The structure of imports in kind from 2017 to 2020 points to a diversified set of partners. Italy (30.8% of imports in kind), San Marino (14.2%), and Spain (4.4%) jointly accounted for 49.4% of total flows, while the remaining 50.6% was distributed among numerous smaller markets.

Structure of product's imports in kind by countries, 2017-2020

World map of product's imports to CIS in kind, 2017-2020

Imports in value, K $ US

For the third year in a row, the value of salted, brined, dried, or smoked pork imports into the CIS increased. In 2020, imports stood at 4 655 thousand US dollars, which is 75.9% higher year-on-year. Between 2017 and 2020, import value rose by 252.8%, equating to an annualized rate of 52.2%.

Annual dynamics of product's imports to CIS in value, 2017-2020, K $ US

From 2017 to 2020, Italy (42.5% of imports in value terms), San Marino (19.8%), and Switzerland (7.0%) remained the leading destinations in the import structure by value, with a combined share of 69.3% of total flows.

Structure of product's imports in value by countries, 2017-2020

World map of product's imports to CIS in value, 2017-2020