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Mexico: Market for Dried Or Salted Fish 2025

Market Size for Dried Or Salted Fish in Mexico

In 2021, the Mexican dried or salted fish market was finally on the rise to reach $X after three years of decline. In general, consumption, however, saw a abrupt decline. Dried or salted fish consumption peaked at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, consumption remained at a lower figure.

Production of Dried Or Salted Fish in Mexico

In value terms, dried or salted fish production reached $X in 2021 estimated in export price. In general, production, however, saw a drastic downturn. Over the period under review, production attained the peak level at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, production stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Exports of Dried Or Salted Fish

Exports from Mexico

Dried or salted fish exports from Mexico surged to X tons in 2021, increasing by 31% compared with the year before. Overall, exports, however, faced a precipitous decrease. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2020 when exports increased by 617%. Over the period under review, the exports hit record highs at X tons in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, dried or salted fish exports skyrocketed to $X in 2021. Over the period under review, exports, however, continue to indicate a sharp decline. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2020 with an increase of 80% against the previous year. The exports peaked at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, the exports remained at a lower figure.

Exports by Country

The United States (X tons) was the main destination for dried or salted fish exports from Mexico, accounting for a 96% share of total exports. Moreover, dried or salted fish exports to the United States exceeded the volume sent to the second major destination, Myanmar (X tons), more than tenfold.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of volume to the United States totaled +4.0%.

In value terms, the United States ($X) remains the key foreign market for dried or salted fish exports from Mexico, comprising 68% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Myanmar ($X), with a 32% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of value to the United States totaled +1.8%.

Export Prices by Country

In 2021, the average dried or salted fish export price amounted to $X per ton, reducing by -4.7% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price continues to indicate a precipitous curtailment. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2016 an increase of 92%. Over the period under review, the average export prices hit record highs at $X per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, the export prices failed to regain momentum.

There were significant differences in the average prices for the major foreign markets. In 2021, the country with the highest price was Myanmar ($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 Myanmar (-0.0%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced a decline.

Imports of Dried Or Salted Fish

Imports into Mexico

In 2021, purchases abroad of dried or salted fish increased by 23% to X tons, rising for the second year in a row after four years of decline. Over the period under review, imports, however, recorded a abrupt slump. Over the period under review, imports reached the maximum at X tons in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, imports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, dried or salted fish imports surged to $X in 2021. In general, imports, however, recorded a drastic downturn. Over the period under review, imports reached the maximum at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, imports failed to regain momentum.

Imports by Country

In 2021, Norway (X tons) was the main supplier of dried or salted fish to Mexico, accounting for a approx. 100% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume from Norway amounted to -14.5%.

In value terms, Norway ($X) constituted the largest supplier of dried or salted fish to Mexico.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of value from Norway stood at -14.0%.

Import Prices by Country

The average dried or salted fish import price stood at $X per ton in 2021, dropping by -4.3% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price, however, saw a relatively flat trend pattern. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2018 when the average import price increased by 45% against the previous year. As a result, import price reached the peak level of $X per ton. From 2019 to 2021, the average import prices remained at a lower figure.

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

From 2012 to 2021, the rate of growth in terms of prices for Norway amounted to +0.5% per year.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

The countries with the highest volumes of dried or salted fish consumption in 2020 were Indonesia, China and the Philippines, together comprising 31% of global consumption.
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. India, the U.S., Norway, Portugal, Japan, Vietnam, Russia, Germany, Bangladesh and Angola lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 28%.
In value terms, Norway constituted the largest supplier of dried or salted fish to Mexico.
In value terms, the U.S. remains the key foreign market for dried or salted fish exports from Mexico.
The average dried or salted fish export price stood at $2,124 per ton in 2020, declining by -63.4% against the previous year.
The average dried or salted fish import price stood at $5,346 per ton in 2020, with a decrease of -35.5% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the market for dried or salted fish in Mexico. 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)
  • Prodcom 10202300 -

Country coverage:

  • Mexico

Data coverage:

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

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  1. How to diversify your business and benefit from new market opportunities
  2. How to load your idle production capacity
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  6. How to reduce your production and supply chain costs
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  8. How to prepare your business for global expansion

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