At a glance
- Japanese name
- プリマハム株式会社
- Established
- 1931
- Location
- Shinagawa, Tokyo
- English support
- English corporate site
- Export experience
- Asia, EU
- Certifications
- FSSC 22000, ISO 22000, Halal (selected lines)
- Website
- www.primaham.co.jp/english
Editor's scoring
Overall 13/25 (52%)
- English supportLimited
- Export experienceAdequate
- Certification breadthStrong
- MOQ flexibilityLimited
- Lead timeLimited
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About
Tokyo-listed meat processor founded 1931. Operates wagyu and pork processing across Hyogo, Tochigi, and Mie. Major OEM partner for retail private-label meat products, ham, sausage, and increasingly wagyu-derived ready-meal export to Asian premium retail. Substantial international logistics network through subsidiary Prima Meat Packers America.
Ingredients offered
- GlossaryRaw material2 suppliers
Kobe Beef (Wagyu GI)
神戸ビーフ
Kobe Beef — the world's most-recognised Japanese wagyu brand, sourced exclusively from Tajima cattle raised, slaughtered, and processed in Hyogo Prefecture under strict cooperative-managed standards. MAFF GI-protected and registered with the Japan Patent Office. Strict criteria: BMS (Beef Marbling Standard) ≥6, BCS (Beef Color Standard) 4-7, BFS (Beef Fat Standard) 4-7, gross weight 270-499 kg. Distinct from existing 'wagyu-fat-tallow' (rendered fat) entry; this is the prime export-grade meat ingredient.
Hyogo (exclusively, Tajima cattle line)MOQ 1–10 kg cuts; 100 g – 1 kg specialty grades - GlossaryRaw material2 suppliers
Matsusaka Beef (Wagyu GI)
松阪牛
Matsusaka Beef from Mie Prefecture — one of Japan's three most-prestigious wagyu brands (along with Kobe and Omi). Distinguished by extended fattening period (often 30+ months on a high-quality fodder) and exclusively female (virgin heifer) cattle for the top grade. The 'Tokusan Matsusaka Ushi' (Premium Matsusaka Beef) sub-label is the most-prized; some prized cattle command per-head prices over $30,000 at auction.
Mie (Matsusaka district, exclusively female heifers)MOQ 1–10 kg cuts; 100 g – 1 kg specialty grades - GlossaryRaw material2 suppliers
Saga Beef (Premium Kyushu Wagyu)
佐賀牛
Premium wagyu beef from Saga Prefecture, Kyushu. Cattle raised under JA Saga cooperative-managed standards with strict BMS ≥7 requirement. Saga's mild Kyushu climate and Ariake Sea-anchored agriculture produce wagyu distinct from Honshu varieties. Substantial export to Hong Kong, Taiwan, Singapore, and increasingly to halal-Muslim markets (Saga has the largest concentration of halal-certified wagyu abattoirs in Japan).
Saga (JA Saga, Ariake Sea region)MOQ 1–10 kg cuts; 100 g – 1 kg specialty
FAQ about Prima Meat Packers, Ltd.
Q. What does Prima Meat Packers, Ltd. produce?
Prima Meat Packers, Ltd. is listed on this platform with 4 ingredients for overseas B2B sourcing. Their listed categories include food ingredients. Examples include Kobe Beef (Wagyu GI), Matsusaka Beef (Wagyu GI), and Saga Beef (Premium Kyushu Wagyu).
Sources
- OEM JAPAN — sourcing platform manufacturer record
- Prima Meat Packers, Ltd. official site
Q. Where is Prima Meat Packers, Ltd. located, and how does that affect shipping?
Prima Meat Packers, Ltd. is based in Shinagawa, Tokyo, Japan (established 1931). Most Japanese manufacturers ship internationally via Tokyo, Osaka, or Yokohama ports; expect 4–8 weeks typical lead time for production and 2–4 weeks for ocean freight to North America/Europe.
Sources
- OEM JAPAN — sourcing platform manufacturer record
- Industry knowledge — Japanese export logistics
Industry-knowledge claim — not yet pinned to a single primary source
Q. Does Prima Meat Packers, Ltd. support overseas buyers in English?
Yes. English corporate site Initial inquiries are routed through OEM JAPAN's operator team to ensure clear specification handoff.
Sources
- OEM JAPAN — sourcing platform manufacturer record
Q. What certifications and export experience does Prima Meat Packers, Ltd. have?
Prima Meat Packers, Ltd. holds FSSC 22000, ISO 22000, and Halal (selected lines). They have prior export experience (markets served include: Asia, EU).
Sources
- OEM JAPAN — sourcing platform manufacturer record
Q. What's the inquiry process for Prima Meat Packers, Ltd.?
Submit an inquiry through OEM JAPAN's form on this page describing your target product, target market, MOQ, and timeline. The operator team verifies the inquiry, contacts Prima Meat Packers, Ltd. on your behalf, and returns with availability, pricing, lead time, and required documentation. There is no direct fee for buyers using this matching service.
Sources
- OEM JAPAN — buyer guide
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Last updated: 2026-05-05