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Puerto Rico: Molluscs Market 2025

Molluscs Market Size in Puerto Rico

In 2021, the Puerto Rican molluscs market was finally on the rise to reach $X after four years of decline. In general, consumption, however, continues to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. Over the period under review, the market hit record highs at $X in 2016; however, from 2017 to 2021, consumption remained at a lower figure.

Molluscs Production in Puerto Rico

In value terms, molluscs production rose markedly to $X in 2021 estimated in export price. In general, production saw a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2013 when the production volume increased by 43% against the previous year. Puerto Rico production peaked at $X in 2016; however, from 2017 to 2021, production stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Molluscs Exports

Exports from Puerto Rico

In 2021, molluscs exports from Puerto Rico amounted to less than X kg, standing approx. at the previous year. Over the period under review, exports continue to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern.

In value terms, molluscs exports totaled less than $X in 2021. In general, exports saw a relatively flat trend pattern.

Exports by Country

China (X tons) and Peru (X tons) represented roughly 31% of total exports in 2021. It was distantly followed by Indonesia (X tons), India (X tons), Spain (X tons), Vietnam (X tons), Argentina (X tons), Morocco (X tons) and Taiwan (Chinese) (X tons), together achieving a 41% share of total exports. South Korea (X tons), the United States (X tons), New Zealand (X tons) and Zimbabwe (X tons) followed a long way behind the leaders.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of shipments, amongst the main exporting countries, was attained by Zimbabwe (with a CAGR of +20.0%), while the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, China ($X) remains the largest molluscs supplier from Puerto Rico, comprising 24% of global exports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Morocco ($X), with a 9.9% share of global exports. It was followed by Spain, with an 8.9% share.

In China, molluscs exports expanded at an average annual rate of +4.8% over the period from 2012-2021. In the other countries, the average annual rates were as follows: Morocco (+9.7% per year) and Spain (+7.9% per year).

Export Prices by Country

In 2021, the export price in Puerto Rico amounted to less than $X per ton, approximately reflecting the previous year. Overall, the export price continues to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major exporting countries. In 2021, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Morocco ($X per ton), while Peru ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Taiwan (Chinese) (+9.8%), while the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Molluscs Imports

Imports into Puerto Rico

In 2021, molluscs imports into Puerto Rico was estimated at less than X kg, standing approx. at the previous year. Over the period under review, imports showed a relatively flat trend pattern.

In value terms, molluscs imports stood at less than $X in 2021. In general, imports saw a relatively flat trend pattern.

Imports by Country

In 2021, China (X tons), distantly followed by Spain (X tons), South Korea (X tons), Italy (X tons), Thailand (X tons), Japan (X tons) and the United States (X tons) were the key importers of molluscs (scallops, mussels, cuttle fish, squid and octopus), together creating 75% of total imports. Taiwan (Chinese) (X tons), Portugal (X tons), Malaysia (X tons), France (X tons), Vietnam (X tons) and Hong Kong SAR (X tons) followed a long way behind the leaders.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of purchases, amongst the leading importing countries, was attained by Thailand (with a CAGR of +8.2%), while imports for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, Spain ($X), Italy ($X) and China ($X) appeared to be the countries with the highest levels of imports in 2021, with a combined 41% share of total imports.

In terms of the main importing countries, China, with a CAGR of +9.9%, saw the highest growth rate of the value of imports, over the period under review, while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Import Prices by Country

The import price in Puerto Rico stood at less than $X per ton in 2021, stabilizing at the previous year. In general, the import price recorded a relatively flat trend pattern.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major importing countries. In 2021, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Hong Kong SAR ($X per ton), while China ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Taiwan (Chinese) (+12.4%), while the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Source: IndexBox Platform

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

The country with the largest volume of molluscs consumption was China, accounting for 17% of total volume. Moreover, molluscs consumption in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, the United States, twofold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by India, with a 6.3% share.
China remains the largest molluscs producing country worldwide, accounting for 17% of total volume. Moreover, molluscs production in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, India, twofold. The United States ranked third in terms of total production with a 6.7% share.
In value terms, the largest molluscs importing markets into Puerto Rico were Spain, Italy and China, together accounting for 44% of total imports. Japan, Thailand, the United States, France, Portugal, Hong Kong SAR, Australia, the UK, Malaysia and the Philippines lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 39%.
In value terms, China remains the largest molluscs supplier from Puerto Rico, comprising 27% of global exports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Morocco, with a 13% share of global exports. It was followed by India, with an 8.1% share.
The molluscs export price in Puerto Rico stood at $less than 0.1 per ton in 2021, approximately reflecting the previous year.
In 2021, the molluscs import price in Puerto Rico amounted to $less than 0.1 per ton, approximately equating the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the molluscs market in Puerto Rico. 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 10203200 - Molluscs (scallops, mussels, cuttle fish, squid and octopus), frozen, dried, smoked, salted or in brine

Country coverage:

Data coverage:

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

Reasons to buy this report:

  • Take advantage of the latest data
  • Find deeper insights into current market developments
  • Discover vital success factors affecting the market

This report is designed for manufacturers, distributors, importers, and wholesalers, as well as for investors, consultants and advisors.

In this report, you can find information that helps you to make informed decisions on the following issues:

  1. How to diversify your business and benefit from new market opportunities
  2. How to load your idle production capacity
  3. How to boost your sales on overseas markets
  4. How to increase your profit margins
  5. How to make your supply chain more sustainable
  6. How to reduce your production and supply chain costs
  7. How to outsource production to other countries
  8. How to prepare your business for global expansion

While doing this research, we combine the accumulated expertise of our analysts and the capabilities of artificial intelligence. The AI-based platform, developed by our data scientists, constitutes the key working tool for business analysts, empowering them to discover deep insights and ideas from the marketing data.

  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

    This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
    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

    This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
    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

    This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
    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

    This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO

  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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