2025 Q1 Paraguay Frozen beef (HS0202) Export Snapshot: Price Rise

Q1 Trend: Paraguay Frozen beef Export

Frozen beef, classified under HS Code 0202 (Meat of bovine animals, frozen), saw mixed trade dynamics in Q1 2025. Unit prices rose steadily, climbing 1.2% MoM in February to $5.34/kg and another 3.55% in March to $5.53/kg. Export value surged 36.24% MoM in February to $121.79M but dipped 2.61% in March to $118.61M, while volumes followed a similar pattern—peaking at 22.82M kg (+34.62% MoM) before easing to 21.46M kg (-5.95% MoM). Paraguay’s push to expand U.S. market share (targeting 12-15% of total beef exports) could influence future performance amid tighter regional supplies.

Table: Paraguay Frozen Beef Export Trend (Source: yTrade)

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Geographic Concentration & Market Logic

Paraguay's frozen beef exports are dominated by China Taiwan (19.9% value share vs. 17.7% weight share), signaling a premium market demand for higher-grade cuts. The United States follows closely (19.6% value vs. 17.6% weight), reinforcing this trend, while Russia (5.3% value vs. 6.9% weight) acts as a bulk hub for lower-value shipments. The value-weight gap reveals a dual strategy: premium markets drive margins, while bulk buyers absorb volume. This structure suggests Paraguay’s supply chain is optimized for segmented demand, balancing profitability and scale.

Table: Paraguay Frozen Beef (HS Code 0202) Top Destination Countries (Source: yTrade)

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Paraguay HS Code 0202 Breakdown & Value Logic

yTrade data reveals "Meat; of bovine animals, boneless cuts, frozen" (HS 02023000) dominates Paraguay's frozen beef exports, capturing 99.56% of value and 99.16% of volume in Q1 2025. The overwhelming share of boneless, frozen cuts—despite missing unit prices—suggests Paraguay's HS Code 0202 export strategy prioritizes bulk volume over premium pricing, likely targeting cost-sensitive markets. The remaining sub-codes, like bone-in cuts (HS 02022090), contribute minimally (<1% value), reinforcing a market skewed toward high-volume, low-margin trade. This breakdown confirms Paraguay’s role as a volume-driven player in frozen beef exports.

Table: Paraguay (HS Code 0202) Breakdown Details (Source: yTrade)

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Paraguay Frozen Beef Buyers List

Table: Paraguay Frozen Beef (HS Code 0202) Top Buyers List (Source: yTrade)

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Frequently Asked Questions

How did Paraguay Frozen beef Export perform in Q1?

Exports surged 36% month-on-month in February to $121.79M before a slight 2.6% dip in March ($118.61M), with unit prices rising 3.6% over the quarter to $5.53/kg.

What are the top Export partners for Paraguay Frozen beef?

Taiwan ($65.73M), the United States ($64.49M), and Israel ($50.33M) accounted for over 75% of total exports.

Who are the major Frozen beef Buyers?

The market is concentrated among key traders like Natural Meat Corporation ($14.64M) and Sudambeef Trading S.A ($13.09M).

What is the specific HS Code for this trade?

The data covers HS Code 0202, with significant activity in boneless frozen cuts (020230**, $328.36M).

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