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Brazil: Market for Crabs and Crab Meat 2025

Market Size for Crabs and Crab Meat in Brazil

In 2021, after five years of growth, there was decline in the Brazilian crab and crab meat market, when its value decreased by -0.4% to $X. The market value increased at an average annual rate of +1.3% over the period from 2012 to 2021; the trend pattern remained consistent, with somewhat noticeable fluctuations being observed in certain years. Crab and crab meat consumption peaked at $X in 2020, and then shrank modestly in the following year.

Production of Crabs and Crab Meat in Brazil

In value terms, crab and crab meat production contracted slightly to $X in 2021 estimated in export price. The total output value increased at an average annual rate of +1.4% from 2012 to 2021; the trend pattern remained relatively stable, with somewhat noticeable fluctuations being observed throughout the analyzed period. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2017 with an increase of 15% against the previous year. Crab and crab meat production peaked at $X in 2020, and then declined modestly in the following year.

Exports of Crabs and Crab Meat

Exports from Brazil

In 2021, the amount of crabs and crab meat exported from Brazil fell rapidly to X tons, which is down by -68.4% against 2020 figures. Over the period under review, exports recorded a dramatic decline. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2019 with an increase of 248% against the previous year. The exports peaked at X tons in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, the exports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, crab and crab meat exports shrank rapidly to $X in 2021. In general, exports continue to indicate a precipitous slump. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2019 when exports increased by 1,026%. Over the period under review, the exports reached the peak figure at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Exports by Country

Marshall Islands (X kg), Liberia (X kg) and Panama (X kg) were the main destinations of crab and crab meat exports from Brazil, with a combined 50% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2021, the biggest increases were recorded for Liberia (with a CAGR of +278.0%), while shipments for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, the largest markets for crab and crab meat exported from Brazil were Marshall Islands ($X), Panama ($X) and Liberia ($X), together comprising 44% of total exports.

Liberia, with a CAGR of +269.4%, saw the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of exports, in terms of the main countries of destination over the period under review, while shipments for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Export Prices by Country

The average crab and crab meat export price stood at $X per ton in 2021, rising by 46% against the previous year. Overall, the export price enjoyed a moderate expansion. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2019 an increase of 223% against the previous year. As a result, the export price reached the peak level of $X per ton. From 2020 to 2021, the average export prices remained at a somewhat lower figure.

There were significant differences in the average prices for the major export markets. In 2021, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Japan ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to India ($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 Norway (+42.8%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.

Imports of Crabs and Crab Meat

Imports into Brazil

In 2021, after two years of decline, there was significant growth in overseas purchases of crabs and crab meat, when their volume increased by 136% to X tons. In general, imports continue to indicate a modest increase. Imports peaked at X tons in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2021, imports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, crab and crab meat imports soared to $X in 2021. Overall, imports showed a pronounced expansion. Imports peaked at $X in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2021, imports failed to regain momentum.

Imports by Country

In 2021, Chile (X tons) was the main supplier of crab and crab meat to Brazil, accounting for a approx. 100% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume from Chile stood at +5.6%.

In value terms, Chile ($X) constituted the largest supplier of crabs and crab meat to Brazil.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value from Chile amounted to +9.8%.

Import Prices by Country

The average crab and crab meat import price stood at $X per ton in 2021, picking up by 22% against the previous year. Over the last nine-year period, it increased at an average annual rate of +3.1%. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 when the average import price increased by 37%. As a result, import price reached the peak level of $X per ton. From 2019 to 2021, the average import prices remained at a lower figure.

As there is only one major supplying country, the average price level is determined by prices for Chile.

From 2012 to 2021, the rate of growth in terms of prices for Chile amounted to +4.0% per year.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for crabs and crab meat in the world?

The country with the largest volume of crab and crab meat consumption was China, comprising approx. 60% of total volume. Moreover, crab and crab meat consumption in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, Indonesia, sixfold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by the United States, with a 6.5% share.

What are the largest producers of crabs and crab meat in the world?

China constituted the country with the largest volume of crab and crab meat production, comprising approx. 60% of total volume. Moreover, crab and crab meat production in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, Indonesia, sixfold. Russia ranked third in terms of total production with a 3.9% share.

What are the leading suppliers of crabs and crab meat to Brazil?

In value terms, Chile constituted the largest supplier of crab and crab meat to Brazil, comprising 87% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Norway, with a 13% share of total imports.

What are the leading importers of crabs and crab meat from Brazil?

In value terms, the Philippines emerged as the key foreign market for crab and crab meat exports from Brazil, comprising 64% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Marshall Islands, with a 12% share of total exports. It was followed by Panama, with a 7.8% share.

What is the average export price for crabs and crab meat in Brazil?

The average crab and crab meat export price stood at $2,833 per ton in 2021, reducing by -40.1% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for crabs and crab meat in Brazil?

The average crab and crab meat import price stood at $24,248 per ton in 2021, picking up by 18% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the market for crab and crab meat in Brazil. 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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Market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Trade (exports and imports) in Brazil
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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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. 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