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India: Market for Dried Or Smoked Fish 2025

Market Size for Dried Or Smoked Fish in India

The Indian dried or smoked fish market totaled $X in 2021, remaining constant against the previous year. Overall, consumption showed a pronounced slump. Over the period under review, the market hit record highs at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, consumption remained at a lower figure.

Production of Dried Or Smoked Fish in India

In value terms, dried or smoked fish production expanded significantly to $X in 2021 estimated in export price. In general, production showed a precipitous setback. Dried or smoked fish production peaked at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, production failed to regain momentum.

Exports of Dried Or Smoked Fish

Exports from India

After five years of growth, shipments abroad of dried or smoked fish decreased by -4.3% to X tons in 2021. In general, exports, however, recorded strong growth. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2017 with an increase of 57%. The exports peaked at X tons in 2020, and then declined in the following year.

In value terms, dried or smoked fish exports fell to $X in 2021. Over the period under review, exports, however, continue to indicate resilient growth. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2013 with an increase of 135%. Over the period under review, the exports attained the maximum at $X in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2021, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Exports by Country

Bangladesh (X tons), Hong Kong SAR (X tons) and Sri Lanka (X tons) were the main destinations of dried or smoked fish exports from India, with a combined 79% share of total exports. China, Bhutan and Nepal lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 17%.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of shipments, amongst the main countries of destination, was attained by Bhutan (with a CAGR of +66.0%), while the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, Hong Kong SAR ($X) remains the key foreign market for dried or smoked fish exports from India, comprising 59% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Bangladesh ($X), with a 17% share of total exports. It was followed by Sri Lanka, with a 9.2% share.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of value to Hong Kong SAR amounted to +35.9%. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: Bangladesh (+25.2% per year) and Sri Lanka (+0.0% per year).

Export Prices by Country

The average dried or smoked fish export price stood at $X per ton in 2021, dropping by -5.3% against the previous year. In general, the export price, however, continues to indicate a remarkable increase. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2013 when the average export price increased by 176%. The export price peaked at $X per ton in 2016; however, from 2017 to 2021, the export prices remained at a lower figure.

Prices varied noticeably country of destination: the country with the highest price was Hong Kong SAR ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to China ($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 Bangladesh (+10.9%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.

Imports of Dried Or Smoked Fish

Imports into India

In 2021, purchases abroad of dried or smoked fish was finally on the rise to reach X tons for the first time since 2014, thus ending a six-year declining trend. Over the period under review, imports, however, showed a precipitous contraction. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2014 with an increase of 86%. As a result, imports reached the peak of X tons. From 2015 to 2021, the growth of imports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, dried or smoked fish imports contracted significantly to $X in 2021. In general, imports, however, showed a deep contraction. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2014 with an increase of 115%. As a result, imports reached the peak of $X. From 2015 to 2021, the growth of imports failed to regain momentum.

Imports by Country

In 2021, Bangladesh (X tons) was the main supplier of dried or smoked fish to India, with a 93% share of total imports. It was followed by Malaysia (X tons), with a 2.5% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of volume from Bangladesh amounted to -22.3%.

In value terms, Bangladesh ($X) constituted the largest supplier of dried or smoked fish to India, comprising 62% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was held by Malaysia ($X), with a 19% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of value from Bangladesh stood at -14.1%.

Import Prices by Country

In 2021, the average dried or smoked fish import price amounted to $X per ton, with a decrease of -37.9% against the previous year. Overall, the import price, however, recorded resilient growth. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2020 when the average import price increased by 124% against the previous year. As a result, import price reached the peak level of $X per ton, and then reduced notably in the following year.

Prices varied noticeably country of origin: the country with the highest price was Malaysia ($X per ton), while the price for Bangladesh amounted to $X per ton.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Bangladesh (+10.6%).

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

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

Iceland remains the largest dried or smoked fish consuming country worldwide, comprising approx. 67% of total volume. Moreover, dried or smoked fish consumption in Iceland exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, China, more than tenfold. The United States ranked third in terms of total consumption with a 3.3% share.

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

Iceland remains the largest dried or smoked fish producing country worldwide, accounting for 67% of total volume. Moreover, dried or smoked fish production in Iceland exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, China, more than tenfold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by the United States, with a 3.1% share.

What are the leading suppliers of dried or smoked fish to India?

In value terms, Malaysia, Poland and Norway constituted the largest dried or smoked fish suppliers to India, together accounting for 68% of total imports. These countries were followed by the United Arab Emirates, Germany and Bangladesh, which together accounted for a further 30%.

What are the leading importers of dried or smoked fish from India?

In value terms, Hong Kong SAR remains the key foreign market for dried or smoked fish exports from India, comprising 56% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Bangladesh, with a 19% share of total exports. It was followed by Sri Lanka, with an 11% share.

What is the average export price for dried or smoked fish in India?

In 2020, the average dried or smoked fish export price amounted to $4,648 per ton, shrinking by -23% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for dried or smoked fish in India?

In 2020, the average dried or smoked fish import price amounted to $3,869 per ton, increasing by 32% against the previous year.

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Product coverage:

Prodcom 10202100 - Fish fillets, dried, salted or in brine, but not smoked
Prodcom 10202350 - Dried fish, whether or not salted, fish, salted but not dried, fish in brine (excluding fillets, smoked, heads, tails and maws)
Prodcom 10202425 - Smoked Pacific, Atlantic and Danube salmon (including fillets, e xcluding heads, tails and maws)
Prodcom 10202455 - Smoked herrings (including fillets, excluding heads, tails and maws)
Prodcom 10202485 - Smoked fish (excluding herrings, Pacific, Atlantic and Danube salmon), including fillets, excluding head, tails and maws
Prodcom 10202200 - Flours, meals and pellets of fish, fit for human consumption, f ish livers and roes, dried, smoked, salted or in brine

Country coverage:

India

Data coverage:

Market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Trade (exports and imports) in India
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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A Quick Overview of Market Performance
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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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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