Frozen Pork Breastbones (Sternum) – Wholesale Supplier & Exporter
ATC Group supplies frozen pork breastbones, also called pork sternums, in full reefer containers to importers, wholesalers and distributors in West Africa, Central Africa and Asia. We are a trading company: we buy from EU-approved plants and deliver in full 40ft containers. The breastbones are offered long cut or cut in half. In Côte d'Ivoire, buyers usually prefer the long cut. They are packed in 10 kg cartons and shipped at -18 °C. The plant identification mark is indicated on the health certificate.
Key facts
| Species or cut | Frozen pork breastbones (sternum) |
|---|---|
| Packing and carton weight | 10 kg carton |
| Cartons and tonnes per 40ft | About 25–27 t net per 40ft reefer, confirmed in each offer |
| Origin | European Union, EU-approved plants |
| Approval | Indicated on the health certificate |
| Shelf life | 18–24 months at -18 °C, depending on the brand |
| Temperature | -18 °C or below |
| Lead time | 10–21 days after receipt of the bank transfer |
| Incoterms | CIF, CFR, FOB |
| Documents | Veterinary health certificate issued by the veterinary authority of the country of origin ; Certificate of origin, commercial invoice, packing list, bill of lading ; Technical sheet (PDF), downloadable on this page ; Pre-shipment inspection by SGS or Bureau Veritas on request, with container temperature record ; Plant eligibility for the destination country: confirmed in each offer |
| Inspection | SGS or Bureau Veritas on request |
| Minimum order | One full container |
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What you are buying
- The piece: the pork breastbone (sternum), taken during carcass cutting, with the meat that remains on it.
- Cuts: long cut, or cut in half. The cut is set in the offer. In Côte d'Ivoire, the long cut is the most requested.
- Packing: 10 kg carton.
- Trim and meat content: the trim level and the amount of meat left on the bone are stated in each offer.
Specifications
| Product | Frozen pork breastbones (sternum) |
|---|---|
| Cut | Long cut, or cut in half |
| Packing | 10 kg carton |
| Container | About 25–27 t net per 40ft reefer, confirmed in each offer |
| Origin | European Union, EU-approved plants |
| Identification mark | Indicated on the health certificate |
| Temperature | -18 °C or below |
| Shelf life | 18–24 months at -18 °C, depending on the brand |
| HS code | 0206 49 00 |
| Halal | No: pork is never halal |
| Lead time | 10–21 days after receipt of the bank transfer |
| Inspection | SGS or Bureau Veritas on request |
| Incoterms | CIF, CFR, FOB |
Documents supplied
- Veterinary health certificate issued by the veterinary authority of the country of origin
- Certificate of origin, commercial invoice, packing list, bill of lading
- Technical sheet (PDF), downloadable on this page
- Pre-shipment inspection by SGS or Bureau Veritas on request, with container temperature record
- Plant eligibility for the destination country: confirmed in each offer
Ordering
The minimum order is one full 40ft container. One container can combine breastbones with other pork items: neck bones, tail bones or feet. Each offer states the cut, the number of cartons and the tonnage. Payment is agreed for each contract.
Trade terms
Incoterms
CIF / CFR / FOB
Minimum order
One full container load (FCL)
Inspection
Pre-shipment inspection by SGS available at the buyer's request (quality, quantity, temperature).
Markets served
- Côte d'Ivoire: CIF Abidjan or San-Pédro; long cut preferred · Côte d'Ivoire
- Cameroon: CIF Douala or Kribi · Cameroon
- Ghana: CIF Tema · Ghana
- Benin: CIF Cotonou · Benin
- Togo: CIF Lomé · Togo
- Asia: on request; plant eligibility for the destination country is confirmed in each offer.
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Frequently asked questions
What is a pork breastbone (sternum)?
It is the breastbone of the pig, taken during carcass cutting, with the meat that remains on it.
Which cuts do you offer?
Long cut, or cut in half. In Côte d'Ivoire, buyers usually prefer the long cut.
How are the breastbones packed?
In 10 kg cartons.
How many tonnes fit in one container?
About 25–27 t net per 40ft reefer, confirmed in each offer. The minimum order is one full 40ft reefer container.
What is the shelf life?
18–24 months at -18 °C, depending on the brand.
Can I combine breastbones with other pork items?
Yes. One 40ft container can combine breastbones with neck bones, tail bones or pork feet.
Is this product halal?
No. Pork is never halal and is not offered for markets that require halal.
What is the HS code?
0206 49 00 (edible pork offal, frozen). The health certificate, the certificate of origin and the commercial documents come with each shipment.