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Eastern Europe: Market for Crabs and Crab Meat 2025

Market Size for Crabs and Crab Meat in Eastern Europe

In 2021, the East European crab and crab meat market decreased by -19.3% to $X for the first time since 2014, thus ending a six-year rising trend. Overall, consumption, however, posted a prominent increase. The level of consumption peaked at $X in 2020, and then declined dramatically in the following year.

Production of Crabs and Crab Meat in Eastern Europe

In value terms, crab and crab meat production contracted to $X in 2021 estimated in export price. Overall, production, however, recorded a buoyant increase. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2019 when the production volume increased by 43%. The level of production peaked at $X in 2020, and then declined in the following year.

Exports of Crabs and Crab Meat

Exports in Eastern Europe

In 2021, exports of crabs and crab meat in Eastern Europe totaled X tons, picking up by 2.6% on the previous year's figure. In general, exports saw a strong expansion. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2014 when exports increased by 46%. The volume of export peaked in 2021 and is expected to retain growth in years to come.

In value terms, crab and crab meat exports skyrocketed to $X in 2021. Over the period under review, exports continue to indicate significant growth. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2014 when exports increased by 62%. Over the period under review, the exports attained the maximum in 2021 and are likely to see steady growth in the immediate term.

Exports by Country

The shipments of the one major exporters of crabs and crab meat, namely Russia, represented more than two-thirds of total export.

Russia was also the fastest-growing in terms of the crabs and crab meat exports, with a CAGR of +14.0% from 2012 to 2021. The shares of the largest exporters remained relatively stable throughout the analyzed period.

In value terms, Russia ($X) also remains the largest crab and crab meat supplier in Eastern Europe.

In Russia, crab and crab meat exports expanded at an average annual rate of +29.8% over the period from 2012-2021.

Export Prices by Country

In 2021, the export price in Eastern Europe amounted to $X per ton, picking up by 57% against the previous year. Overall, the export price continues to indicate a prominent expansion. As a result, the export price reached the peak level and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

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

From 2012 to 2021, the rate of growth in terms of prices for Russia amounted to +13.9% per year.

Imports of Crabs and Crab Meat

Imports in Eastern Europe

In 2021, supplies from abroad of crabs and crab meat decreased by -14.8% to X tons, falling for the fourth year in a row after four years of growth. In general, imports recorded a pronounced curtailment. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2014 when imports increased by 56% against the previous year. The volume of import peaked at X tons in 2017; however, from 2018 to 2021, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, crab and crab meat imports surged to $X in 2021. Overall, imports continue to indicate a pronounced decrease. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2017 with an increase of 36% against the previous year. The level of import peaked at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, imports failed to regain momentum.

Imports by Country

Lithuania represented the major importing country with an import of around X tons, which finished at 46% of total imports. Poland (X tons) ranks second in terms of the total imports with a 15% share, followed by Bulgaria (7.7%), the Czech Republic (7.2%), Ukraine (7%) and Romania (4.9%). Hungary (X tons) took a relatively small share of total imports.

Lithuania was also the fastest-growing in terms of the crabs and crab meat imports, with a CAGR of +49.9% from 2012 to 2021. At the same time, Poland (+8.7%), Ukraine (+7.2%), Romania (+7.0%), the Czech Republic (+5.9%) and Bulgaria (+5.8%) displayed positive paces of growth. By contrast, Hungary (-23.4%) illustrated a downward trend over the same period. While the share of Lithuania (+45 p.p.), Poland (+9.7 p.p.), Bulgaria (+4.1 p.p.), Ukraine (+4.1 p.p.), the Czech Republic (+3.8 p.p.) and Romania (+2.8 p.p.) increased significantly in terms of the total imports from 2012-2021, the share of Hungary (-21 p.p.) displayed negative dynamics.

In value terms, the largest crab and crab meat importing markets in Eastern Europe were Lithuania ($X), Poland ($X) and Ukraine ($X), with a combined 57% share of total imports.

Lithuania, with a CAGR of +41.1%, recorded the highest growth rate of the value of imports, in terms of the main importing countries over the period under review, while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Import Prices by Country

In 2021, the import price in Eastern Europe amounted to $X per ton, rising by 51% against the previous year. In general, the import price, however, continues to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. The level of import peaked at $X per ton in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2021, import prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major importing countries. In 2021, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Ukraine ($X per ton), while Lithuania ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Bulgaria (+21.5%), while the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Source: IndexBox Platform

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

The country with the largest volume of crab and crab meat consumption was Russia, comprising approx. 99% of total volume.
Russia constituted the country with the largest volume of crab and crab meat production, comprising approx. 100% of total volume.
In value terms, Russia remains the largest crab and crab meat supplier in Eastern Europe.
In value terms, the largest crab and crab meat importing markets in Eastern Europe were Lithuania, Ukraine and Poland, with a combined 53% share of total imports. Hungary, Bulgaria, the Czech Republic and Romania lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 34%.
The export price in Eastern Europe stood at $34,075 per ton in 2021, picking up by 57% against the previous year.
In 2021, the import price in Eastern Europe amounted to $10,176 per ton, surging by 22% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the market for crab and crab meat in Eastern Europe. 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:

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    Data coverage:

    • Market volume and value
    • Per Capita consumption
    • Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
    • Production in Eastern Europe, split by region and country
    • Trade (exports and imports) in Eastern Europe
    • Export and import prices
    • Market trends, drivers and restraints
    • Key market players and their profiles

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    In this report, you can find information that helps you to make informed decisions on the following issues:

    1. How to diversify your business and benefit from new market opportunities
    2. How to load your idle production capacity
    3. How to boost your sales on overseas markets
    4. How to increase your profit margins
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    1. 1. INTRODUCTION

      Making Data-Driven Decisions to Grow Your Business

      1. REPORT DESCRIPTION
      2. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY AND AI PLATFORM
      3. DATA-DRIVEN DECISIONS FOR YOUR BUSINESS
      4. GLOSSARY AND SPECIFIC TERMS

    2. 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. 3. MARKET OVERVIEW

      Understanding the Current State of The Market and Its Prospects

      1. MARKET SIZE
      2. CONSUMPTION BY COUNTRY
      3. MARKET FORECAST TO 2030

    4. 4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCT

      Finding New Products to Diversify Your Business

      This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
      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. 5. MOST PROMISING SUPPLYING COUNTRIES

      Choosing the Best Countries to Establish Your Sustainable Supply Chain

      This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
      1. TOP COUNTRIES TO SOURCE YOUR PRODUCT
      2. TOP PRODUCING COUNTRIES
      3. TOP EXPORTING COUNTRIES
      4. LOW-COST EXPORTING COUNTRIES

    6. 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. 7. PRODUCTION

      The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry

      1. PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE
      2. PRODUCTION BY COUNTRY

    8. 8. IMPORTS

      The Largest Importers on The Market and How They Succeed

      1. IMPORTS FROM 2012–2024
      2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
      3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY

    9. 9. EXPORTS

      The Largest Exporters on The Market and How They Succeed

      1. EXPORTS FROM 2012–2024
      2. EXPORTS BY COUNTRY
      3. EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY

    10. 10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS

      The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles

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    11. 11. COUNTRY PROFILES

      The Largest Markets And Their Profiles

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      • Belarus
      • Bulgaria
      • Czech Republic
      • Estonia
      • Hungary
      • Latvia
      • Lithuania
      • Moldova
      • Poland
      • Romania
      • Russia
      • Slovakia
      • Ukraine

    12. 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, By Country, 2018–2024
      5. Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
      6. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
      7. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
      8. Import Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2024
      9. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
      10. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
      11. Export Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2024

    13. LIST OF FIGURES

      1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
      2. Market Value, 2012–2024
      3. Consumption, By Country, 2024
      4. Market Volume Forecast to 2030
      5. Market Value Forecast to 2030
      6. Products: Market Size And Growth, By Type
      7. Products: Average Per Capita Consumption, By Type
      8. Products: Exports And Growth, By Type
      9. Products: Export Prices And Growth, By Type
      10. Production Volume And Growth
      11. Exports And Growth
      12. Export Prices And Growth
      13. Market Size And Growth
      14. Per Capita Consumption
      15. Imports And Growth
      16. Import Prices
      17. Production, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
      18. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
      19. Production, By Country, 2024
      20. Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
      21. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
      22. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
      23. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
      24. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
      25. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
      26. Import Prices, By Country, 2012–2024
      27. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
      28. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
      29. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
      30. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
      31. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
      32. Export Prices, 2012–2024

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