China - Frozen Whole Fish - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights
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Frozen Whole Fish Prices in China

China Frozen Whole Fish Import Price in September 2022

In September 2022, the frozen whole fish price amounted to $2,798 per ton (CIF, China), increasing by 9.4% against the previous month. Over the period from January 2022 to September 2022, it increased at an average monthly rate of +2.3%. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in July 2022 when the average import price increased by 14% against the previous month. The import price peaked in September 2022.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major supplying countries. In September 2022, the country with the highest price was Greenland ($4,970 per ton), while the price for Japan ($1,308 per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From January 2022 to September 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Iceland (+8.9%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced more modest paces of growth.

China Frozen Whole Fish Imports

In September 2022, overseas purchases of frozen whole fish decreased by -19.7% to 146K tons, falling for the third month in a row after four months of growth. Over the period under review, imports continue to indicate a perceptible shrinkage. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in March 2022 when imports increased by 32% m-o-m. Over the period under review, imports hit record highs at 185K tons in June 2022; however, from July 2022 to September 2022, imports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, frozen whole fish imports dropped to $407M (IndexBox estimates) in September 2022. Overall, imports recorded a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in March 2022 with an increase of 31% against the previous month. Over the period under review, imports reached the maximum at 467K tons in July 2022; however, from August 2022 to September 2022, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

China Frozen Whole Fish Imports by Country

In September 2022, Russia (70K tons) constituted the largest supplier of frozen whole fish to China, accounting for a 48% share of total imports. Moreover, frozen whole fish imports from Russia exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, the United States (13K tons), fivefold. Norway (13K tons) ranked third in terms of total imports with a 9.1% share.

From January 2022 to September 2022, the average monthly rate of growth in terms of volume from Russia was relatively modest. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average monthly rates of imports growth: the United States (-2.6% per month) and Norway (+1.2% per month).

In value terms, Russia ($160M) constituted the largest supplier of frozen whole fish to China, comprising 39% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Norway ($55M), with a 13% share of total imports. It was followed by the United States, with a 12% share.

From January 2022 to September 2022, the average monthly rate of growth in terms of value from Russia totaled +2.9%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average monthly rates of imports growth: Norway (+6.5% per month) and the United States (+1.4% per month).

Source: IndexBox Market Intelligence Platform

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the frozen whole fish 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 10201330 - Frozen whole salt water fish
  • Prodcom 10201360 - Frozen whole fresh water fish
  • Prodcom 10201600 - Frozen fish livers and roes

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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
    2. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY AND AI PLATFORM
    3. DATA-DRIVEN DECISIONS FOR YOUR BUSINESS
    4. GLOSSARY AND SPECIFIC TERMS
  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
    5. MOST PROFITABLE PRODUCT FOR EXPORT
  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
    3. TOP EXPORTING COUNTRIES
    4. LOW-COST EXPORTING COUNTRIES
  6. 6. MOST PROMISING OVERSEAS MARKETS

    Choosing the Best Countries to Boost Your Exports

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    1. TOP OVERSEAS MARKETS FOR EXPORTING YOUR PRODUCT
    2. TOP CONSUMING MARKETS
    3. UNSATURATED MARKETS
    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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