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France: Market for Dried Or Salted Fish 2025

Market Size for Dried Or Salted Fish in France

In 2021, the French dried or salted fish market decreased by -4.4% to $X, falling for the sixth consecutive year after two years of growth. Overall, consumption continues to indicate a deep downturn. Dried or salted fish consumption peaked at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, consumption stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Production of Dried Or Salted Fish in France

In value terms, dried or salted fish production surged to $X in 2021 estimated in export price. Overall, production, however, faced a deep slump. Dried or salted fish production peaked at $X in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2021, production failed to regain momentum.

Exports of Dried Or Salted Fish

Exports from France

In 2021, overseas shipments of dried or salted fish increased by 46% to X tons for the first time since 2018, thus ending a two-year declining trend. Overall, exports, however, saw a deep downturn. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2015 when exports increased by 337% against the previous year. As a result, the exports attained the peak of X tons. From 2016 to 2021, the growth of the exports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, dried or salted fish exports surged to $X in 2021. In general, exports, however, saw a perceptible downturn. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2015 with an increase of 96%. As a result, the exports attained the peak of $X. From 2016 to 2021, the growth of the exports remained at a lower figure.

Exports by Country

Spain (X tons), Switzerland (X tons) and Belgium (X tons) were the main destinations of dried or salted fish exports from France, together accounting for 63% of total exports. These countries were followed by Portugal, the Netherlands, Poland, the UK, Luxembourg and Morocco, which together accounted for a further 27%.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of shipments, amongst the main countries of destination, was attained by Portugal (with a CAGR of +79.1%), while the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, Switzerland ($X) remains the key foreign market for dried or salted fish exports from France, comprising 57% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was held by Belgium ($X), with a 7.8% share of total exports. It was followed by Spain, with a 7.2% share.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of value to Switzerland stood at +20.2%. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: Belgium (-7.9% per year) and Spain (+1.9% per year).

Export Prices by Country

The average dried or salted fish export price stood at $X per ton in 2021, with a decrease of -20.9% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price, however, enjoyed a remarkable increase. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2016 an increase of 79%. Over the period under review, the average export prices hit record highs at $X per ton in 2020, and then fell remarkably in the following year.

There were significant differences in the average prices for the major external markets. In 2021, the country with the highest price was Switzerland ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Spain ($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 Morocco (+21.6%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.

Imports of Dried Or Salted Fish

Imports into France

In 2021, the amount of dried or salted fish imported into France dropped to X tons, which is down by -7.6% compared with 2020. In general, imports continue to indicate a deep downturn. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2015 when imports increased by 12%. As a result, imports reached the peak of X tons. From 2016 to 2021, the growth of imports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, dried or salted fish imports contracted slightly to $X in 2021. Overall, imports saw a abrupt descent. The smallest decline of -0.6% was in 2015. Imports peaked at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, imports remained at a lower figure.

Imports by Country

Portugal (X tons), Spain (X tons) and Sweden (X tons) were the main suppliers of dried or salted fish imports to France, together accounting for 67% of total imports.

From 2012 to 2021, the biggest increases were recorded for Sweden (with a CAGR of +63.6%), while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, the largest dried or salted fish suppliers to France were Portugal ($X), Spain ($X) and Sweden ($X), with a combined 75% share of total imports.

Sweden, with a CAGR of +66.6%, recorded the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of imports, among the main suppliers over the period under review, while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Import Prices by Country

In 2021, the average dried or salted fish import price amounted to $X per ton, with an increase of 2.9% against the previous year. Overall, the import price saw a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 an increase of 18%. The import price peaked in 2021 and is expected to retain growth in the near future.

Prices varied noticeably country of origin: the country with the highest price was Spain ($X per ton), while the price for Namibia ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Argentina (+6.4%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced more modest paces of growth.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for dried or salted fish in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of dried or salted fish consumption in 2020 were Indonesia, China and the Philippines, with a combined 31% share of global consumption.

What are the largest producers of dried or salted fish in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of dried or salted fish production in 2020 were Indonesia, China and the Philippines, with a combined 35% share of global production. These countries were followed by India, the U.S., Norway, Portugal, Japan, Vietnam, Russia, Germany, Bangladesh and Angola, which together accounted for a further 28%.

What are the leading suppliers of dried or salted fish to France?

In value terms, Portugal, Spain and Sweden appeared to be the largest dried or salted fish suppliers to France, together comprising 75% of total imports. These countries were followed by the Netherlands, Norway, Germany, Namibia, Denmark and the UK, which together accounted for a further 20%.

What are the leading importers of dried or salted fish from France?

In value terms, Switzerland remains the key foreign market for dried or salted fish exports from France, comprising 68% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Spain, with a 11% share of total exports. It was followed by Belgium, with a 5.9% share.

What is the average export price for dried or salted fish in France?

In 2020, the average dried or salted fish export price amounted to $7,151 per ton, rising by 66% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for dried or salted fish in France?

In 2020, the average dried or salted fish import price amounted to $6,159 per ton, shrinking by -1.5% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the market for dried or salted fish in France. 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 10202350 - Dried fish, whether or not salted, fish, salted but not dried, fish in brine (excluding fillets, smoked, heads, tails and maws)
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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 France
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
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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
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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
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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