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Australia: Fish Parts Market 2025

Fish Parts Market Size in Australia

The Australian fish parts market soared to $X in 2022, growing by 31% against the previous year. Overall, consumption, however, showed a slight downturn. Fish parts consumption peaked at $X in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2022, consumption remained at a lower figure.

Fish Parts Production in Australia

In value terms, fish parts production expanded rapidly to $X in 2022 estimated in export price. Over the period under review, the total production indicated a buoyant increase from 2012 to 2022: its value increased at an average annual rate of +6.2% over the last decade. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2022 figures, production decreased by -10.4% against 2020 indices. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2013 when the production volume increased by 102%. Fish parts production peaked at $X in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2022, production remained at a lower figure.

Fish Parts Exports

Exports from Australia

Fish parts exports from Australia shrank markedly to X tons in 2022, with a decrease of -58.6% on the previous year's figure. In general, exports, however, recorded a strong increase. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2013 with an increase of 367% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the exports attained the peak figure at X tons in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2022, the exports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, fish parts exports fell notably to $X in 2022. Over the period under review, exports, however, showed a resilient expansion. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2013 when exports increased by 341%. The exports peaked at $X in 2017; however, from 2018 to 2022, the exports failed to regain momentum.

Exports by Country

Hong Kong SAR (X tons) was the main destination for fish parts exports from Australia, with a approx. 100% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of volume to Hong Kong SAR stood at +19.8%.

In value terms, Hong Kong SAR ($X) also remains the key foreign market for fish heads, tails and maws exports from Australia.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value to Hong Kong SAR totaled +19.9%.

Export Prices by Country

The average fish parts export price stood at $X per ton in 2022, growing by 14% against the previous year. In general, the export price saw a relatively flat trend pattern. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2019 when the average export price increased by 136% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the average export prices reached the maximum in 2022 and is expected to retain growth in the near future.

As there is only one major export destination, the average price level is determined by prices for Hong Kong SAR.

From 2012 to 2022, the rate of growth in terms of prices for China amounted to +556.3% per year.

Fish Parts Imports

Imports into Australia

In 2022, the amount of fish heads, tails and maws imported into Australia surged to X tons, picking up by 82% on the year before. Overall, imports, however, saw a deep contraction. Over the period under review, imports attained the maximum at X tons in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, imports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, fish parts imports soared to $X in 2022. Over the period under review, total imports indicated a buoyant increase from 2012 to 2022: its value increased at an average annual rate of +6.5% over the last decade. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. As a result, imports attained the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Imports by Country

The Philippines (X tons), New Zealand (X tons) and Singapore (X tons) were the main suppliers of fish parts imports to Australia, with a combined 85% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2022, the biggest increases were recorded for the Philippines (with a CAGR of +14.3%), while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, the largest fish parts suppliers to Australia were China ($X), Singapore ($X) and New Zealand ($X), together accounting for 86% of total imports. Hong Kong SAR, the Philippines and Malaysia lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 14%.

The Philippines, with a CAGR of +25.9%, recorded the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of imports, among the main suppliers over the period under review, while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Import Prices by Country

The average fish parts import price stood at $X per ton in 2022, growing by 33% against the previous year. In general, the import price showed a remarkable increase. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2018 when the average import price increased by 80% against the previous year. The import price peaked at $X per ton in 2020; however, from 2021 to 2022, import prices failed to regain momentum.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major supplying countries. In 2022, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was China ($X per ton), while the price for the Philippines ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by New Zealand (+25.9%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced more modest paces of growth.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for fish heads, tails and maws in the world?

The country with the largest volume of fish parts consumption was Uganda, accounting for 23% of total volume. Moreover, fish parts consumption in Uganda exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, China, twofold. The United States ranked third in terms of total consumption with a 9.4% share.

What are the largest producers of fish heads, tails and maws in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of in 2021 were China, the United States and Iceland, with a combined 40% share of global production. These countries were followed by Indonesia, Tanzania, Brazil, Japan, India, Norway, Belarus, the UK, Mexico and Pakistan, which together accounted for a further 23%.

What are the leading suppliers of fish heads, tails and maws to Australia?

In value terms, Hong Kong SAR, China and New Zealand were the largest fish parts suppliers to Australia, together comprising 73% of total imports. These countries were followed by the Philippines, Myanmar, Malaysia and Vietnam, which together accounted for a further 14%.

What are the leading importers of fish heads, tails and maws from Australia?

In value terms, the largest markets for fish parts exported from Australia were Hong Kong SAR, Macao SAR and the Philippines, together comprising 94% of total exports.

What is the average export price for fish heads, tails and maws in Australia?

The average fish parts export price stood at $43,177 per ton in 2021, which is down by -30.9% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for fish heads, tails and maws in Australia?

The average fish parts import price stood at $17,400 per ton in 2021, dropping by -24.6% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the fish parts market in Australia. 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 10204250 - Fish heads, tails and maws, other edible fish offal: dried, s alted or in brine, smoked

Country coverage:

Australia

Data coverage:

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

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1. INTRODUCTION

Making Data-Driven Decisions to Grow Your Business
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
4. LOW-COST EXPORTING COUNTRIES
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