Pork Outer Shank
USDA Spec
IMPS 2020 §401DIn simple termsThe skinless hind shank of the fresh ham, cut off at the stifle joint. Sold into braising and slow-cook programs, restaurant osso buco style pork shank features, and stock production.
The skinless hind shank of the pork leg, separated from the leg by a straight cut passing through the stifle joint. Foot removed at or slightly above the hock joint.
- Weight range
- 17-28+ lb
- Removed
- skin, foot
- Primal
- Ham
Last 6 months
Recent prints
| Date | Price (¢/lb) |
|---|---|
| 2026-06-26 | 109.29¢/lb |
| 2026-06-24 | 125.51¢/lb |
| 2026-06-19 | 116.59¢/lb |
| 2026-06-16 | 136.29¢/lb |
| 2026-06-11 | 133.13¢/lb |
| 2026-06-09 | 123.82¢/lb |
| 2026-06-08 | 129.78¢/lb |
| 2026-06-05 | 129.98¢/lb |
| 2026-06-04 | 125.44¢/lb |
| 2026-06-03 | 130.03¢/lb |
| 2026-06-01 | 131.19¢/lb |
| 2026-05-29 | 121.06¢/lb |
| 2026-05-28 | 122.00¢/lb |
| 2026-05-27 | 122.93¢/lb |
Frequently asked
What is the current wholesale price of pork outer shank?
$1.09/lb as of 2026-06-26, from the USDA AMS National Daily Boxed Pork Cutout report. That's down 7.2% week over week.
Where has outer shank traded recently?
Roughly flat over the last six months. Within range, no clear directional trend.
How is pork outer shank priced?
Wholesale pork outer shank is priced FOB plant in cents per pound and reported daily by USDA AMS as part of the National Daily Boxed Pork Cutout, Negotiated Sales (LM_PK602) report. Prices reflect weighted-average negotiated trades for delivery within 0-21 days.
What is IMPS 401D?
IMPS 401D is the USDA Institutional Meat Purchase Specifications code for Pork Leg, Hind Shank. It's the standard spec used in wholesale trading and procurement contracts.
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