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Chile: Frozen Catfish Fillets Market 2021

Frozen Catfish Fillets Market Size in Chile

In 2020, the Chilean frozen catfish fillets market decreased by -X% to $X, falling for the second consecutive year after three years of growth. Overall, consumption recorded a abrupt descent. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2014 with an increase of X% year-to-year. Over the period under review, the market attained the peak level at $X in 2007; however, from 2008 to 2020, consumption failed to regain the momentum.

Frozen Catfish Fillets Exports

Exports from Chile

In 2020, after three years of growth, there was decline in shipments abroad of frozen catfish fillets, when their volume decreased by -X% to X tons. In general, exports recorded a noticeable setback. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2019 when exports increased by X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, exports hit record highs at X tons in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2020, exports failed to regain the momentum.

In value terms, frozen catfish fillets exports amounted to $X in 2020. Overall, exports showed a modest increase. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2019 with an increase of X% year-to-year. Exports peaked at $X in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2020, exports failed to regain the momentum.

Exports by Country

Germany (X tons) was the main destination for frozen catfish fillets exports from Chile, accounting for a approx. X% share of total exports.

From 2007 to 2020, the average annual growth rate of volume to Germany was relatively modest.

From 2007 to 2020, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value to Germany was relatively modest.

Export Prices by Country

The average frozen catfish fillets export price stood at $X per ton in 2020, picking up by X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price continues to indicate a notable expansion. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 an increase of X% y-o-y. Over the period under review, average export prices attained the maximum at $X per ton in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2020, export prices remained at a lower figure.

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

From 2007 to 2020, the rate of growth in terms of prices for Germany amounted to X% per year.

Frozen Catfish Fillets Imports

Imports into Chile

In 2020, supplies from abroad of frozen catfish fillets decreased by -X% to X tons, falling for the third year in a row after two years of growth. In general, imports showed a deep downturn. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2014 when imports increased by X% year-to-year. Over the period under review, imports attained the maximum at X tons in 2007; however, from 2008 to 2020, imports failed to regain the momentum.

In value terms, frozen catfish fillets imports dropped rapidly to $X in 2020. Over the period under review, imports faced a abrupt decrease. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2014 when imports increased by X% against the previous year. Imports peaked at $X in 2007; however, from 2008 to 2020, imports failed to regain the momentum.

Imports by Country

In 2020, Vietnam (X tons) was the main frozen catfish fillets supplier to Chile, with a approx. X% share of total imports.

From 2007 to 2020, the average annual growth rate of volume from Vietnam stood at -X%.

In value terms, Vietnam ($X) constituted the largest supplier of frozen catfish fillets to Chile.

From 2007 to 2020, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value from Vietnam amounted to -X%.

Import Prices by Country

The average frozen catfish fillets import price stood at $X per ton in 2020, rising by X% against the previous year. Overall, import price indicated a perceptible expansion from 2007 to 2020: its price increased at an average annual rate of +X% over the last thirteen years. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2020 figures, frozen catfish fillets import price increased by +X% against 2016 indices. As a result, import price attained the peak level and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

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

From 2007 to 2020, the rate of growth in terms of prices for Vietnam amounted to +X% per year.

Source: IndexBox Platform

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for frozen catfish fillets in the world?

China constituted the country with the largest volume of frozen catfish fillets consumption, accounting for 25% of total volume. Moreover, frozen catfish fillets consumption in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, India, twofold. The U.S. ranked third in terms of total consumption with a 7.9% share.

What are the largest producers of frozen catfish fillets in the world?

Vietnam remains the largest frozen catfish fillets producing country worldwide, comprising approx. 31% of total volume. Moreover, frozen catfish fillets production in Vietnam exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, India, threefold. China ranked third in terms of total production with a 11% share.

What are the leading suppliers of frozen catfish fillets to Chile?

In value terms, Vietnam constituted the largest supplier of frozen catfish fillets to Chile.

What is the average export price for frozen catfish fillets in Chile?

In 2020, the average frozen catfish fillets export price amounted to $3,208 per ton, increasing by 3.1% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for frozen catfish fillets in Chile?

In 2020, the average frozen catfish fillets import price amounted to $3,587 per ton, rising by 56% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the frozen catfish fillets market in Chile. 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 2025.

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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 Chile
Export and import prices
Market trends, drivers and restraints
Key market players and their profiles

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1. INTRODUCTION

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2. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY AND THE AI PLATFORM
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2. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

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: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
2. MARKET STRUCTURE: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
3. TRADE BALANCE: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
4. PER CAPITA CONSUMPTION: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
5. MARKET FORECAST TO 2035
4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCTS FOR DIVERSIFICATION

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 PRODUCTS
4. MOST TRADED PRODUCTS
5. MOST PROFITABLE PRODUCTS FOR EXPORTS
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 Export
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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: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
8. IMPORTS

The Largest Import Supplying Countries
1. IMPORTS: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024)
3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024)
9. EXPORTS

The Largest Destinations for Exports
1. EXPORTS: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
2. EXPORTS BY COUNTRY: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024)
3. EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024)
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: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
3. Market Value: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
4. Per Capita Consumption: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
5. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
6. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
7. Import Prices, By Country, 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, 2012–2024
LIST OF FIGURES
1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
2. Market Value: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
3. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, in Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
4. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, in Value Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
5. Trade Balance, In Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
6. Trade Balance, In Value Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
7. Per Capita Consumption: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
8. Market Volume Forecast to 2035
9. Market Value Forecast to 2035
10. Market Size and Growth, By Product
11. Average Per Capita Consumption, By Product
12. Exports and Growth, By Product
13. Export Prices and Growth, By Product
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: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
22. Production, In Value Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
23. Imports, In Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
24. Imports, In Value Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
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, 2012–2024
29. Exports, In Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
30. Exports, In Value Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
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, 2012–2024