Choose the Beef range, then review the shared cut specifications and shipment programmes.
Shared cut & export specifications
These details apply to the selected cut. Final supplier-dependent values are confirmed with quotation.
Origin
South Africa
Species and cut
Beef · Brisket
Primal group
Forequarter
Grade / classification
A2–A3 (South African carcass classification)
Bone
Boneless
Trim / presentation
Confirmed with quotation
Pack format
Individually vacuum-packed (Cryovac or equivalent) in export cartons
Condition
Chilled or frozen
Shelf life
Confirmed with quotation from pack date, by condition
Transport method
By air or sea reefer
Halal status
Halal certified
Documentation
Commercial invoice; packing list; Certificate of Origin (COO); Halal certificate; AWB, Sea Waybill or Bill of Lading according to transport mode
Minimum order quantity
Confirmed with quotation
Availability
Confirmed with quotation
Lead time
Varies by selected supply programme
Supply programme options
Choose the condition and transport programme that matches your requirement. Timings are indicative and confirmed with each quotation.
Frozen · Sea reefer
Condition
Frozen
Transport method
By sea reefer
Pack format
Individually vacuum-packed (Cryovac or equivalent) in export cartons
Shelf life
Confirmed with quotation from pack date, by condition
Availability
Confirmed with quotation
Indicative lead time
Indicative: 4–6 weeks from confirmed order; sea transit is typically 3–5 weeks from port dispatch, subject to sailing, routing and clearance.
Chilled · Air freight
Condition
Chilled
Transport method
By air
Pack format
Individually vacuum-packed (Cryovac or equivalent) in export cartons
Shelf life
Confirmed with quotation from pack date, by condition
Availability
Confirmed with quotation
Indicative lead time
Indicative: 7–14 days from confirmed order; air movement is typically 24–48 hours after dispatch, subject to production, documents, flight space and clearance.
Please state the required Beef range, shipment programme, certification, grading system, trim, packing and destination documents in your enquiry.
Know your cut
Overview
Brisket is a marbled cut from the breast with a thick fat cap. Extended cooking softens its connective tissue for a tender, flavourful result.
In the kitchen
Best uses
SmokingBraisingPulled beef
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Your selected cut
Beef · Brisket
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