Pork Shanks Bone In Boxed

Wholesale price (USDA AMS daily) · Updated
IMPS 401DPork Leg, Hind Shank
120.64¢/lb
Day over Day
-5.4%
Week over Week
-3.2%
6-month
-1.3%
Volume · latest day
3,300 lbs
Pork Shanks Bone In Boxed eased 5.4% in the latest USDA session. Down 3.2% week over week, 1.3% below where it was six months ago.

USDA Spec

IMPS 2020 §401D

In 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.

USDA spec

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
PSO 1: Shank must be frenched by trimming practically free of lean and fat from the posterior end so the shank bone is exposed for 1 inch.
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Last 6 months

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Recent prints

DatePrice (¢/lb)
2026-09-11120.64¢/lb
2026-09-10123.49¢/lb
2026-09-09127.51¢/lb
2026-09-08184.41¢/lb
2026-09-03159.81¢/lb
2026-09-01124.64¢/lb
2026-08-28157.44¢/lb
2026-08-25157.56¢/lb
2026-08-24120.07¢/lb
2026-08-18177.51¢/lb
2026-08-14125.46¢/lb
2026-08-12180.70¢/lb
2026-08-11151.56¢/lb
2026-08-06208.69¢/lb
Source: USDA AMS National Daily Boxed Pork Cutout, Negotiated Sales.

Frequently asked

What is the current wholesale price of pork shanks bone in boxed?

120.64¢/lb as of 2026-09-11, from the USDA AMS National Daily Boxed Pork Cutout report. That's down 3.2% week over week.

Where has shanks bone in boxed traded recently?

Roughly flat over the last six months. Within range, no clear directional trend.

How is pork shanks bone in boxed priced?

Wholesale pork shanks bone in boxed 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.

Who buys cuts like shanks bone in boxed?

Export programs, ethnic retail, and further processors. These items clear on channel demand rather than the domestic carcass cutout, which is why their prints can sit still while the primals move.

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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Prices reflect USDA AMS National Daily Boxed Pork Cutout and Boxed Pork Cuts, Negotiated Sales (LM_PK602), weighted-average wholesale FOB plant. Updated every business day after the afternoon report drop.