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Ecuador - Fish Fillets (Dried, Salted or in Brine, But not Smoked) - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights

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Ecuador: Preserved Fish Fillet Market 2025

Preserved Fish Fillet Market Size in Ecuador

The Ecuadorian preserved fish fillet market fell to $X in 2021, waning by -5.1% against the previous year. Over the period under review, consumption saw a relatively flat trend pattern. Preserved fish fillet consumption peaked at $X in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2021, consumption stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Preserved Fish Fillet Production in Ecuador

In value terms, preserved fish fillet production contracted to $X in 2021 estimated in export price. In general, production recorded a mild curtailment. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2013 with an increase of 32% against the previous year. Over the period under review, production hit record highs at $X in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2021, production stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Preserved Fish Fillet Exports

Exports from Ecuador

In 2021, the amount of fish fillets (dried, salted or in brine, but not smoked) exported from Ecuador declined dramatically to X kg, shrinking by -76.1% on the year before. Over the period under review, exports recorded a sharp shrinkage. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2019 when exports increased by 404% against the previous year. The exports peaked at X tons in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, the exports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, preserved fish fillet exports contracted significantly to $X in 2021. Overall, exports continue to indicate a dramatic slump. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2019 with an increase of 601%. The exports peaked at $X in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2021, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Exports by Country

The United States (X kg) was the main destination for preserved fish fillet exports from Ecuador, accounting for a 88% share of total exports. It was followed by Austria (X kg), with a 1.5% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of volume to the United States amounted to -44.2%.

In value terms, the United States ($X) remains the key foreign market for fish fillets (dried, salted or in brine, but not smoked) exports from Ecuador, comprising 65% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Austria ($X), with a 5.7% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of value to the United States amounted to -48.9%.

Export Prices by Country

In 2021, the average preserved fish fillet export price amounted to $X per ton, jumping by 163% against the previous year. In general, the export price, however, showed a abrupt contraction. Over the period under review, the average export prices reached the peak figure at $X per ton in 2016; however, from 2017 to 2021, the export prices failed to regain momentum.

Prices varied noticeably country of destination: the country with the highest price was Austria ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to the United States totaled $X per ton.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Hong Kong SAR (-7.5%).

Preserved Fish Fillet Imports

Imports into Ecuador

After two years of decline, purchases abroad of fish fillets (dried, salted or in brine, but not smoked) decreased by -65.8% to X tons in 2017. In general, imports, however, saw a significant increase. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2014 when imports increased by 1,443%. Over the period under review, imports reached the peak figure at X tons in 2016, and then contracted markedly in the following year.

In value terms, preserved fish fillet imports dropped notably to $X in 2017. Overall, imports, however, enjoyed a significant expansion. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2014 with an increase of 692%. Imports peaked at $X in 2016, and then fell sharply in the following year.

Imports by Country

In 2017, Peru (X tons) was the main supplier of preserved fish fillet to Ecuador, with a 97% share of total imports. It was followed by Canada (X kg), with a 2.6% share of total imports.

From 2013 to 2017, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume from Peru amounted to -66.7%.

In value terms, the largest preserved fish fillet suppliers to Ecuador were Peru ($X) and Canada ($X).

In terms of the main suppliers, Canada, with a CAGR of 0.0%, saw the highest growth rate of the value of imports, over the period under review.

Import Prices by Country

In 2017, the average preserved fish fillet import price amounted to $X per ton, rising by 52% against the previous year. Overall, the import price, however, continues to indicate a precipitous setback. The import price peaked at $X per ton in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2017, import prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Prices varied noticeably country of origin: the country with the highest price was Canada ($X per ton), while the price for Peru stood at $X per ton.

From 2013 to 2017, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Peru (0.0%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced more modest paces of growth.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

China constituted the country with the largest volume of preserved fish fillet consumption, comprising approx. 19% of total volume. Moreover, preserved fish fillet consumption in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, the United States, twofold. India ranked third in terms of total consumption with a 7% share.
China constituted the country with the largest volume of preserved fish fillet production, accounting for 22% of total volume. Moreover, preserved fish fillet production in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, India, threefold. The United States ranked third in terms of total production with a 6.9% share.
In value terms, Portugal constituted the largest supplier of preserved fish fillet to Ecuador.
The average preserved fish fillet export price stood at $1,761 per ton in 2020, declining by -80.9% against the previous year.
In 2014, the average preserved fish fillet import price amounted to $10,381 per ton, which is down by -60.2% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the preserved fish fillet market in Ecuador. 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 10202100 - Fish fillets, dried, salted or in brine, but not smoked

Country coverage:

  • Ecuador

Data coverage:

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

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  1. 1. INTRODUCTION

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    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. MARKET STRUCTURE
    3. TRADE BALANCE
    4. PER CAPITA CONSUMPTION
    5. MARKET FORECAST TO 2030
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    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. 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. 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
  8. 8. IMPORTS

    The Largest Import Supplying Countries

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

    The Largest Destinations for Exports

    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. 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
  12. 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

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