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Bangladesh: Frozen Fish Meat Market 2025

Frozen Fish Meat Market Size in Bangladesh

The Bangladeshi frozen fish meat market skyrocketed to $X in 2021, jumping by 18% against the previous year. In general, consumption posted slight growth. Frozen fish meat consumption peaked at $X in 2017; however, from 2018 to 2021, consumption failed to regain momentum.

Frozen Fish Meat Production in Bangladesh

In value terms, frozen fish meat production contracted to $X in 2021 estimated in export price. In general, production saw a slight reduction. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2020 when the production volume increased by 38%. Over the period under review, production hit record highs at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, production remained at a lower figure.

Frozen Fish Meat Exports

Exports from Bangladesh

In 2021, approx. X tons of frozen fish meat were exported from Bangladesh; with a decrease of -23.9% on the year before. In general, exports showed a perceptible decline. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2018 with an increase of 182% against the previous year. The exports peaked at X tons in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2021, the exports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, frozen fish meat exports fell to $X in 2021. Overall, exports continue to indicate a mild shrinkage. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2018 with an increase of 139% against the previous year. The exports peaked at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, the exports failed to regain momentum.

Exports by Country

Canada (X tons), Saudi Arabia (X tons) and the United Arab Emirates (X tons) were the main destinations of frozen fish meat exports from Bangladesh, with a combined 88% share of total exports. Bahrain lagged somewhat behind, accounting for a further 8.3%.

From 2012 to 2021, the biggest increases were recorded for Bahrain (with a CAGR of +4.0%), while shipments for the other leaders experienced a decline.

In value terms, Canada ($X) remains the key foreign market for frozen fish meat exports from Bangladesh, comprising 67% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Saudi Arabia ($X), with a 19% share of total exports. It was followed by Bahrain, with a 4.6% share.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of value to Canada amounted to -3.1%. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: Saudi Arabia (+12.0% per year) and Bahrain (+4.0% per year).

Export Prices by Country

The average frozen fish meat export price stood at $X per ton in 2021, with an increase of 21% against the previous year. Overall, the export price continues to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2020 when the average export price increased by 79% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the average export prices reached the maximum in 2021 and is expected to retain growth in the immediate term.

Prices varied noticeably by country of destination: amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Canada ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to the United Arab Emirates ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Saudi Arabia (+13.0%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced a decline.

Frozen Fish Meat Imports

Imports into Bangladesh

After two years of growth, supplies from abroad of frozen fish meat decreased by -47.5% to X tons in 2021. Overall, imports continue to indicate a deep downturn. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2017 when imports increased by 355%. As a result, imports attained the peak of X tons. From 2018 to 2021, the growth of imports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, frozen fish meat imports shrank dramatically to $X in 2021. Over the period under review, imports saw a abrupt shrinkage. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2019 when imports increased by 471%. Imports peaked at $X in 2017; however, from 2018 to 2021, imports remained at a lower figure.

Imports by Country

In 2021, Pakistan (X tons) was the main supplier of frozen fish meat to Bangladesh, accounting for a 97% share of total imports. It was followed by Malaysia (X kg), with a 2.8% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of volume from Pakistan stood at -8.0%.

In value terms, Pakistan ($X) constituted the largest supplier of frozen fish meat to Bangladesh, comprising 78% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Malaysia ($X), with an 18% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of value from Pakistan stood at -11.9%.

Import Prices by Country

In 2021, the average frozen fish meat import price amounted to $X per ton, remaining constant against the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price continues to indicate a perceptible descent. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2019 when the average import price increased by 112% against the previous year. As a result, import price reached the peak level of $X per ton. From 2020 to 2021, the average import prices failed to regain momentum.

Prices varied noticeably by country of origin: amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Malaysia ($X per ton), while the price for Pakistan stood at $X per ton.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Vietnam (+62.7%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced mixed trend patterns.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for frozen fish meat in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of frozen fish meat consumption in 2020 were Japan, South Korea and China, with a combined 36% share of global consumption. These countries were followed by Russia, the United States, Thailand, Faroe Islands, Poland, Argentina, France, Vietnam, Germany and Taiwan Chinese), which together accounted for a further 35%.

What are the largest producers of frozen fish meat in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of frozen fish meat production in 2020 were the United States, Vietnam and Norway, with a combined 48% share of global production. India, China, Faroe Islands, Argentina, Russia, Bahrain, Indonesia, Japan, Thailand and the Netherlands lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 39%.

What are the leading suppliers of frozen fish meat to Bangladesh?

In value terms, Pakistan and Norway constituted the largest frozen fish meat suppliers to Bangladesh.

What are the leading importers of frozen fish meat from Bangladesh?

In value terms, Canada remains the key foreign market for frozen fish meat exports from Bangladesh, comprising 62% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Saudi Arabia, with a 22% share of total exports. It was followed by the United Arab Emirates, with a 6.5% share.

What is the average export price for frozen fish meat in Bangladesh?

In 2020, the average frozen fish meat export price amounted to $6,389 per ton, growing by 89% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for frozen fish meat in Bangladesh?

In 2020, the average frozen fish meat import price amounted to $6,121 per ton, picking up by 5.2% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the frozen fish meat market in Bangladesh. 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 10201500 - Frozen fish meat without bones (excluding fillets)

Country coverage:

Bangladesh

Data coverage:

Market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Trade (exports and imports) in Bangladesh
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
2. MARKET TRENDS This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
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