EU Meat Export POAO Pork, Beef & Veal from Japan Certified European Facilities

BeeBridge supplies pork, beef, and veal from EU slaughterhouses and processing plants approved for export to Japan, with full control over compliance, documentation, and logistics.

We operate as Exporter of Record (EU) and coordinate directly with approved establishments to ensure alignment with Japanese import requirements.

Approved Establishments for Japan (MHLW System)

All meat supplied is sourced from facilities listed under the Japanese Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare
👉 Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare (MHLW)

These establishments are included in:

• Approved Foreign Establishment Lists (Japan)
• EU plants authorized for export of:
  • Beef (including offal, subject to age and SRM rules)
  • Pork
  • Processed meat products

This ensures:

• Eligibility for import clearance in Japan
• Recognized veterinary and sanitary controls
• Compatibility with Japanese inspection procedures

Raw Meat (Fresh / Frozen)

Beef

• Standard cuts (forequarter, hindquarter, boxed meat)
• Offal (including tongue, subject to compliance)
• Controlled by Japan’s BSE-related import conditions

Veal

• Young bovine meat within Japan’s accepted age limits
• Specialty cuts (including tongue and head meat)

Pork

• Full range of cuts
• High consistency supply from EU-integrated systems

HS Codes (Reference for Import & Documentation)

Typical classification used for exports to Japan:

• 0201 – Fresh or chilled beef
• 0202 – Frozen beef
• 0203 – Pork (fresh, chilled, or frozen)
• 0206 – Edible offal (including tongues)
• 0210 – Salted, dried, or smoked meat

Processed products:

• 1601 – Sausages and similar products
• 1602 – Prepared or preserved meat (e.g. bolognese, cassoulet)

Final HS classification depends on:

• Cut type
• Processing level
• Packaging format

Supply Structure

Mixed Containers (Entry Phase)

• Combination of pork, beef, and veal in one shipment
• Suitable for initial market testing
• Palletized and temperature-controlled
• Air or reefer options

Full Containers

• 20’ / 40’ reefer containers
• Mixed cuts or single-product loads
• Stable supply for ongoing distribution

The system allows importers to:

• Start with smaller volumes
• Transition to full container logistics without changing supply chain

Processed Meat Products (EU Origin)

BeeBridge also sources processed meat products from EU plants approved for Japan export, including:

• Bolognese sauces
• Cassoulet
• Prepared meat dishes

These products:

• Fall under HS 1601 / 1602
• Are produced under EU hygiene standards compatible with Japan
• Are suitable for retail and foodservice channels

Compliance & Documentation

All shipments are aligned with:

• MHLW import requirements
• EU veterinary certification standards
• Traceability and inspection protocols

BeeBridge manages:

• Health certificates (via EU competent authorities)
• Export documentation
• Cold chain logistics
• Labeling alignment (where required)

Positioning

This is not commodity supply.

• Pricing reflects mid-to-high quality EU production
• Not positioned as low-cost bulk
• Focus is on consistent, compliant, export-ready supply

Use Case

Typical buyers:

• Japanese importers sourcing EU meat
• Distributors requiring approved establishments
• Buyers testing new categories (e.g. veal, offal, processed EU dishes)

Next Step

For establishment lists, available cuts, or shipment structure, contact BeeBridge with:

• Product type
• Volume
• Target port (e.g. Hachinohe, Yokohama, Kobe)

We align supply with Japan-approved facilities only.