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Argentina: Frozen Lobster Market 2025

Frozen Lobster Market Size in Argentina

In 2022, the Argentinian frozen lobster market decreased by 0% to less than $X, falling for the third consecutive year after six years of growth. In general, consumption enjoyed a significant expansion. Frozen lobster consumption peaked at $X in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2022, consumption remained at a lower figure.

Frozen Lobster Production in Argentina

In value terms, frozen lobster production surged to $X in 2022 estimated in export price. Overall, production showed significant growth. Frozen lobster production peaked at $X in 2020; however, from 2021 to 2022, production remained at a lower figure.

Frozen Lobster Exports

Exports from Argentina

For the fourth consecutive year, Argentina recorded growth in shipments abroad of frozen lobster, which increased by 1,889% to X tons in 2020. In general, exports saw significant growth. As a result, the exports attained the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

In value terms, frozen lobster exports soared to $X in 2020. Over the period under review, exports saw a significant increase. As a result, the exports reached the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Exports by Country

Spain (X tons) was the main destination for frozen lobster exports from Argentina, accounting for a 75% share of total exports. Moreover, frozen lobster exports to Spain exceeded the volume sent to the second major destination, Italy (X kg), ninefold.

From 2012 to 2020, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume to Spain was relatively modest. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: Italy (0.0% per year) and Switzerland (0.0% per year).

In value terms, Spain ($X) emerged as the key foreign market for frozen lobster exports from Argentina, comprising 60% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Switzerland ($X), with a 27% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2020, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value to Spain was relatively modest. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: Switzerland (0.0% per year) and Italy (0.0% per year).

Export Prices by Country

The average frozen lobster export price stood at $X per ton in 2020, reducing by -8% against the previous year. In general, the export price, however, enjoyed a pronounced expansion. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 an increase of 28% against the previous year. The export price peaked at $X per ton in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2020, the export prices failed to regain momentum.

There were significant differences in the average prices for the major overseas markets. In 2020, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Switzerland ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Spain ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2020, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Sweden (0.0%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.

Frozen Lobster Imports

Imports into Argentina

In 2022, after two years of decline, there was growth in supplies from abroad of frozen lobster, when their volume increased by 3.8% to X tons. Over the period under review, imports recorded prominent growth. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2016 with an increase of 1,775%. Over the period under review, imports attained the maximum at X tons in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2022, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, frozen lobster imports contracted slightly to $X in 2022. Overall, imports saw significant growth. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2016 when imports increased by 1,437% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports attained the peak figure at $X in 2021, and then contracted slightly in the following year.

Imports by Country

In 2022, Germany (X kg) constituted the largest supplier of frozen lobster to Argentina, with a 49% share of total imports. Moreover, frozen lobster imports from Germany exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, the United States (X kg), more than tenfold.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume from Germany stood at +14.1%.

In value terms, Germany ($X) constituted the largest supplier of frozen lobster to Argentina, comprising 48% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was held by the United States ($X), with a 3.3% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of value from Germany totaled +17.2%.

Import Prices by Country

In 2022, the average frozen lobster import price amounted to $X per ton, dropping by -8.1% against the previous year. In general, import price indicated moderate growth from 2012 to 2022: its price increased at an average annual rate of +3.4% over the last decade. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2022 figures, frozen lobster import price increased by +81.0% against 2017 indices. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2020 when the average import price increased by 34%. The import price peaked at $X per ton in 2021, and then dropped in the following year.

Average prices varied somewhat amongst the major supplying countries. In 2022, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was the United States ($X per ton), while the price for Germany totaled $X per ton.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by the United States (+7.9%).

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for frozen lobster in the world?

The country with the largest volume of frozen lobster consumption was the United States, accounting for 45% of total volume. Moreover, frozen lobster consumption in the United States exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, Canada, threefold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by China, with a 5.6% share.

What are the largest producers of frozen lobster in the world?

Canada constituted the country with the largest volume of frozen lobster production, accounting for 89% of total volume. It was followed by India, with a 2.3% share of total production.

What are the leading suppliers of frozen lobster to Argentina?

In value terms, Germany constituted the largest supplier of frozen lobster to Argentina, comprising 91% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by the United States, with an 8.9% share of total imports.

What is the average export price for frozen lobster in Argentina?

The average frozen lobster export price stood at $14,545 per ton in 2020, reducing by -6.4% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for frozen lobster in Argentina?

The average frozen lobster import price stood at $46,318 per ton in 2021, reducing by -17.4% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the frozen lobster market in Argentina. 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.

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1. INTRODUCTION

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1. REPORT DESCRIPTION
2. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY AND AI PLATFORM
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A Quick Overview of Market Performance
1. KEY FINDINGS
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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. 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. 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
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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. PRODUCTION

The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry
1. PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE
8. IMPORTS
The Largest Import Supplying Countries
1. IMPORTS FROM 2012–2024
2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
9. EXPORTS
The Largest Destinations for Exports
1. EXPORTS FROM 2012–2024
2. EXPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS

The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles
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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
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