Pork shank meat is a high-value raw material (trimmings) obtained during the deboning of pork knuckles.

It is characterized by a darker color and a very high content of natural collagen.

It is a key ingredient in the production of traditional head cheeses, jarred preserves (such as "knuckle in aspic"), and as a binding agent for sausages, guaranteeing a unique texture and a deep, traditional flavor profile of the products.