Export Fresh or chilled beef from Pakistan to Qatar
Pakistan is already ahead of India in Qatar for fresh or chilled beef (HS 0201). In 2025 Pakistani exporters sold US$22.4M here against India's US$7.2M, out of total imports of US$108M in 2024, giving Pakistan 21% of the market.
Pakistan's total sales to Qatar fell 29% between 2020 and 2025, which means exporters should expect more work to win trust. On our opportunity score, Qatar rates 40 out of 100 (worth exploring) and ranks 9th of 12 markets for this product.
For a Pakistani exporter this is a market to defend and deepen rather than open: buyers know Pakistani supply, so the competition is often other Pakistani firms. Next step: show certifications, lead times and capacity clearly on your listing so importers in Qatar can compare you quickly.
- Opportunity score
- 40/100 (Worth exploring)
- From Pakistan (2025)
- US$22.43M
- From India (2025)
- US$7.22M
- Market size
- US$107.52M
- Check before you export
- Food imports need halal certification and Qatari or GCC conformity approval. Qatar's latest full import data are for 2024.
How much fresh or chilled beef does Qatar import?
Qatar imported US$108M of fresh or chilled beef (HS 0201) in 2024, according to UN Comtrade.
Does Pakistan export fresh or chilled beef to Qatar?
Yes. Pakistan exported US$22.4M of fresh or chilled beef to Qatar in 2025, 21% of the market.
How does Pakistan compare with India in Qatar for fresh or chilled beef?
Pakistan leads: US$22.4M against India's US$7.2M in 2025.
How can I start exporting fresh or chilled beef to Qatar?
Confirm your HS code, check Qatar's duties and standards, and list your business on BusinessListing.pk with Qatar as a target market. Our guide "How to Choose an Export Market" and the Qatar Global Trade profile explain the next steps.