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Iran: Market for Crabs and Crab Meat 2025

Market Size for Crabs and Crab Meat in Iran

In 2021, after two years of growth, there was significant decline in the Iranian crab and crab meat market, when its value decreased by -5.1% to $X. Over the period under review, consumption posted a buoyant increase. Crab and crab meat consumption peaked at $X in 2016; however, from 2017 to 2021, consumption failed to regain momentum.

Production of Crabs and Crab Meat in Iran

In value terms, crab and crab meat production fell to $X in 2021 estimated in export price. Overall, production, however, posted buoyant growth. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2014 when the production volume increased by 165% against the previous year. Crab and crab meat production peaked at $X in 2020, and then shrank in the following year.

Exports of Crabs and Crab Meat

Exports from Iran

In 2021, the amount of crabs and crab meat exported from Iran declined remarkably to X tons, reducing by -51.1% against the previous year. Overall, exports, however, continue to indicate a resilient expansion. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2018 with an increase of 722% against the previous year. As a result, the exports reached the peak of X tons. From 2019 to 2021, the growth of the exports remained at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, crab and crab meat exports declined significantly to $X in 2021. In general, exports, however, enjoyed buoyant growth. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2018 with an increase of 694%. Over the period under review, the exports hit record highs at $X in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2021, the exports remained at a lower figure.

Exports by Country

The United Arab Emirates (X tons) was the main destination for crab and crab meat exports from Iran, with a 87% share of total exports. Moreover, crab and crab meat exports to the United Arab Emirates exceeded the volume sent to the second major destination, Thailand (X tons), more than tenfold. The third position in this ranking was taken by Kuwait (X tons), with a 3.5% share.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume to the United Arab Emirates totaled +17.1%. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: Thailand (-33.0% per year) and Kuwait (+1.6% per year).

In value terms, the largest markets for crab and crab meat exported from Iran were the United Arab Emirates ($X), Thailand ($X) and Kuwait ($X), together accounting for 75% of total exports.

Kuwait, with a CAGR of +23.0%, saw the highest growth rate of the value of exports, among the main countries of destination over the period under review, while shipments for the other leaders experienced mixed trend patterns.

Export Prices by Country

In 2021, the average crab and crab meat export price amounted to $X per ton, with a decrease of -5.9% against the previous year. Overall, the export price continues to indicate a perceptible downturn. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2014 when the average export price increased by 61%. Over the period under review, the average export prices reached the peak figure at $X per ton in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2021, the export prices failed to regain momentum.

There were significant differences in the average prices for the major foreign markets. In 2021, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Thailand ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to the United Arab Emirates ($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 Thailand (+30.3%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.

Imports of Crabs and Crab Meat

Imports into Iran

In 2021, supplies from abroad of crabs and crab meat decreased by 0% to X tons, falling for the second consecutive year after three years of growth. Over the period under review, imports enjoyed a significant expansion. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2018 when imports increased by 286%. Imports peaked at X tons in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2021, imports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, crab and crab meat imports totaled $X in 2021. In general, imports recorded a resilient increase. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2018 when imports increased by 162%. Over the period under review, imports attained the maximum at $X in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2021, imports failed to regain momentum.

Imports by Country

In 2021, Indonesia (X tons) constituted the largest crab and crab meat supplier to Iran, with a approx. 50% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume from Indonesia amounted to +303.9%.

In value terms, Indonesia ($X) constituted the largest supplier of crabs and crab meat to Iran.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of value from Indonesia stood at +309.5%.

Import Prices by Country

The average crab and crab meat import price stood at $X per ton in 2021, approximately equating the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price faced a abrupt contraction. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2019 when the average import price decreased by -5.9% against the previous year. The import price peaked at $X per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, import prices remained at a lower figure.

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

From 2012 to 2021, the rate of growth in terms of prices for Indonesia amounted to +3.6% per year.

Source: IndexBox Platform

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for crabs and crab meat in the world?

The country with the largest volume of crab and crab meat consumption was China, comprising approx. 60% of total volume. Moreover, crab and crab meat consumption in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, Indonesia, sixfold. The United States ranked third in terms of total consumption with a 6.5% share.

What are the largest producers of crabs and crab meat in the world?

China remains the largest crab and crab meat producing country worldwide, comprising approx. 60% of total volume. Moreover, crab and crab meat production in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, Indonesia, sixfold. Russia ranked third in terms of total production with a 3.9% share.

What are the leading suppliers of crabs and crab meat to Iran?

In value terms, Indonesia constituted the largest supplier of crab and crab meat to Iran.

What are the leading importers of crabs and crab meat from Iran?

In value terms, the United Arab Emirates, Thailand and Taiwan Chinese) appeared to be the largest markets for crab and crab meat exported from Iran worldwide, together accounting for 60% of total exports. Kuwait, Malaysia and South Korea lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 32%.

What is the average export price for crabs and crab meat in Iran?

In 2021, the average crab and crab meat export price amounted to $3,153 per ton, remaining stable against the previous year.

What is the average import price for crabs and crab meat in Iran?

In 2019, the average crab and crab meat import price amounted to $3,064 per ton, reducing by -5.9% against the previous year.

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

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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 Iran
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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1. REPORT DESCRIPTION
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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
4. MOST TRADED PRODUCT
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
3. TOP EXPORTING COUNTRIES
4. LOW-COST EXPORTING COUNTRIES
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. 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