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China - Frozen Crustaceans - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends And Insights
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Nov 6, 2024

China's Frozen Crustaceans Imports Decline by 4%, Dropping to $6.4 Billion in 2023

China Frozen Crustaceans Imports

Frozen crustaceans imports into China rose notably to 1.1M tons in 2023, growing by 12% compared with the previous year. In general, imports continue to indicate a significant expansion. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2019 with an increase of 167% against the previous year. Imports peaked in 2023 and are likely to continue growth in years to come.

In value terms, frozen crustaceans imports reduced to $6.4B (IndexBox estimates) in 2023. Overall, imports saw a significant expansion. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2019 when imports increased by 126% against the previous year. Imports peaked at $6.6B in 2022, and then contracted in the following year.China Frozen Crustaceans Imports By Country (Million USD)

COUNTRYImport Value of Frozen Crustaceans in China (million USD)
20132014201520162017201820192020202120222023
Ecuador55.814318696.91094841,8511,6902,1733,5423,547
India47.034.661.847.376.3221924618746940813
Canada179182222230328321254177192332288
Thailand18.322.841.453.872.4173262170209244266
Russia13.314.215.021.025.845.256.048.894.9182242
Argentina37.652.761.1195142289255184105146231
Greenland26.021.934.142.565.180.385.494.074.2169158
Vietnam6.46.35.47.811.390.225418212625389.5
Others139150220232279341690468579824717
Total5226278479261,1092,0454,6323,6324,2996,6326,352

Imports by Country

In 2023, Ecuador (697K tons) constituted the largest supplier of frozen crustaceans to China, accounting for a 64% share of total imports. Moreover, frozen crustaceans imports from Ecuador exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, India (143K tons), fivefold. Canada (38K tons) ranked third in terms of total imports with a 3.4% share.

From 2013 to 2023, the average annual growth rate of volume from Ecuador totaled +57.0%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: India (+37.4% per year) and Canada (+0.9% per year).

In value terms, Ecuador ($3.5B) constituted the largest supplier of frozen crustaceans to China, comprising 56% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was held by India ($813M), with a 13% share of total imports. It was followed by Canada, with a 4.5% share.

From 2013 to 2023, the average annual growth rate of value from Ecuador amounted to +51.5%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: India (+33.0% per year) and Canada (+4.9% per year).

Import Prices by Country

In 2023, the frozen crustaceans price stood at $5,824 per ton (CIF, China), which is down by -14.7% against the previous year. Overall, the import price, however, recorded a relatively flat trend pattern. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2016 when the average import price increased by 32% against the previous year. As a result, import price attained the peak level of $9,334 per ton. From 2017 to 2023, the average import prices failed to regain momentum.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major supplying countries. In 2023, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Russia ($14,716 per ton), while the price for Saudi Arabia ($4,768 per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2013 to 2023, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Russia (+14.1%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced more modest paces of growth.

Source: IndexBox Market Intelligence Platform

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the frozen crustaceans market in China. Within it, you will discover the latest data on market trends and opportunities by country, consumption, production and price developments, as well as the global trade (imports and exports). The forecast exhibits the market prospects through 2030.

Product coverage:

  • Prodcom 10203100 - Frozen crustaceans, frozen flours, meals and pellets of crustaceans, fit for human consumption

Country coverage:

Data coverage:

  • Market volume and value
  • Per Capita consumption
  • Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
  • Trade (exports and imports) in China
  • Export and import prices
  • Market trends, drivers and restraints
  • Key market players and their profiles

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  1. 1. INTRODUCTION

    Making Data-Driven Decisions to Grow Your Business

    1. REPORT DESCRIPTION
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  2. 2. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

    A Quick Overview of Market Performance

    1. KEY FINDINGS
    2. MARKET TRENDS This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO

  3. 3. MARKET OVERVIEW

    Understanding the Current State of The Market and Its Prospects

    1. MARKET SIZE
    2. MARKET STRUCTURE
    3. TRADE BALANCE
    4. PER CAPITA CONSUMPTION
    5. MARKET FORECAST TO 2030

  4. 4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCT

    Finding New Products to Diversify Your Business

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    1. TOP PRODUCTS TO DIVERSIFY YOUR BUSINESS
    2. BEST-SELLING PRODUCTS
    3. MOST CONSUMED PRODUCT
    4. MOST TRADED PRODUCT
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  5. 5. MOST PROMISING SUPPLYING COUNTRIES

    Choosing the Best Countries to Establish Your Sustainable Supply Chain

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    1. TOP COUNTRIES TO SOURCE YOUR PRODUCT
    2. TOP PRODUCING COUNTRIES
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    Choosing the Best Countries to Boost Your Exports

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    1. TOP OVERSEAS MARKETS FOR EXPORTING YOUR PRODUCT
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    4. TOP IMPORTING MARKETS
    5. MOST PROFITABLE MARKETS

  7. 7. PRODUCTION

    The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry

    1. PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE

  8. 8. IMPORTS

    The Largest Import Supplying Countries

    1. IMPORTS FROM 2012–2024
    2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
    3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY

  9. 9. EXPORTS

    The Largest Destinations for Exports

    1. EXPORTS FROM 2012–2024
    2. EXPORTS BY COUNTRY
    3. EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY

  10. 10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS

    The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles

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  11. LIST OF TABLES

    1. Key Findings In 2024
    2. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
    3. Market Value, 2012–2024
    4. Per Capita Consumption In 2012-2024
    5. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    6. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    7. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2024
    8. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    9. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    10. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2024

  12. LIST OF FIGURES

    1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
    2. Market Value, 2012–2024
    3. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012-2024
    4. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012-2024
    5. Trade Balance, In Physical Terms, 2012-2024
    6. Trade Balance, In Value Terms, 2012-2024
    7. Per Capita Consumption, 2012-2024
    8. Market Volume Forecast to 2030
    9. Market Value Forecast to 2030
    10. Products: Market Size And Growth, By Type
    11. Products: Average Per Capita Consumption, By Type
    12. Products: Exports And Growth, By Type
    13. Products: Export Prices And Growth, By Type
    14. Production Volume And Growth
    15. Exports And Growth
    16. Export Prices And Growth
    17. Market Size And Growth
    18. Per Capita Consumption
    19. Imports And Growth
    20. Import Prices
    21. Production, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
    22. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
    23. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
    24. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
    25. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
    26. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    27. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    28. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2024
    29. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
    30. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
    31. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
    32. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    33. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    34. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2024

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