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Spain - Molluscs (Scallops, Mussels, Cuttle Fish, Squid And Octopus) - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends And Insights
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Spain - Molluscs (Scallops, Mussels, Cuttle Fish, Squid And Octopus) - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends And Insights

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May 13, 2024

Spain's Import of Shellfish Declines by 7% to $2 Billion in 2023

Spain Molluscs Imports

After two years of growth, purchases abroad of molluscs (scallops, mussels, cuttle fish, squid and octopus) decreased by -4% to 334K tons in 2023. The total import volume increased at an average annual rate of +1.6% over the period from 2013 to 2023; the trend pattern remained consistent, with somewhat noticeable fluctuations being observed in certain years. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2021 with an increase of 13%. Imports peaked at 348K tons in 2022, and then fell modestly in the following year.

In value terms, molluscs imports fell to $2B (IndexBox estimates) in 2023. Overall, total imports indicated a resilient expansion from 2013 to 2023: its value increased at an average annual rate of +7.7% over the last decade. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2023 figures, imports increased by +43.3% against 2020 indices. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2021 with an increase of 37% against the previous year. Imports peaked at $2.2B in 2022, and then reduced in the following year.Spain Molluscs Imports By Country (Million USD)

COUNTRYImport Value of Molluscs in Spain (million USD)
20132014201520162017201820192020202120222023
Morocco246313323401489517416385701585713
Falkland Islands (Malvinas)106131130178157228232232253285246
Mauritania50.577.8105109210273242155236320231
India116155153178224157132147166247172
Peru85.711094.996.7113170183140117166171
China98.479.976.715916819913680.397.512086.6
Portugal44.760.665.869.880.896.353.941.054.864.860.3
Others213231195263329425289231303378342
Total9611,1571,1421,4551,7712,0651,6841,4111,9282,1652,022

Imports by Country

Morocco (70K tons), Falkland Islands (Malvinas) (63K tons) and Peru (59K tons) were the main suppliers of molluscs imports to Spain, together comprising 57% of total imports. India, Mauritania, China and Portugal lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 23%.

From 2013 to 2023, the most notable rate of growth in terms of purchases, amongst the main suppliers, was attained by Mauritania (with a CAGR of +7.3%), while imports for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, Morocco ($713M) constituted the largest supplier of molluscs (scallops, mussels, cuttle fish, squid and octopus) to Spain, comprising 35% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Falkland Islands (Malvinas) ($246M), with a 12% share of total imports. It was followed by Mauritania, with an 11% share.

From 2013 to 2023, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value from Morocco amounted to +11.2%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Falkland Islands (Malvinas) (+8.7% per year) and Mauritania (+16.5% per year).

Import Prices by Country

In 2023, the molluscs price stood at $6,053 per ton (CIF, Spain), dropping by -2.7% against the previous year. Over the period under review, import price indicated a buoyant increase from 2013 to 2023: its price increased at an average annual rate of +6.0% over the last decade. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2023 figures, molluscs import price increased by +26.3% against 2020 indices. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2016 when the average import price increased by 27%. The import price peaked at $6,223 per ton in 2022, and then contracted slightly in the following year.

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 Mauritania ($10,766 per ton), while the price for Chile ($2,834 per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2013 to 2023, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Mauritania (+8.5%), 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 molluscs market in Spain. 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 10203200 - Molluscs (scallops, mussels, cuttle fish, squid and octopus), frozen, dried, smoked, salted or in brine

Country coverage:

  • Spain

Data coverage:

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

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  1. 1. INTRODUCTION

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    A Quick Overview of Market Performance

    1. KEY FINDINGS
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  3. 3. MARKET OVERVIEW

    Understanding the Current State of The Market and Its Prospects

    1. MARKET SIZE
    2. MARKET STRUCTURE
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    1. TOP PRODUCTS TO DIVERSIFY YOUR BUSINESS
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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
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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

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    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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