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Republic of Korea - Frozen Catfish Fillets - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights

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Republic of Korea: Frozen Catfish Fillets Market 2021

Frozen Catfish Fillets Market Size in Republic of Korea

The South Korean frozen catfish fillets market contracted notably to $X in 2020, dropping by -X% against the previous year. This figure reflects the total revenues of producers and importers (excluding logistics costs, retail marketing costs, and retailers' margins, which will be included in the final consumer price). Overall, consumption recorded a abrupt descent. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2017 with an increase of X% against the previous year. Frozen catfish fillets consumption peaked at $X in 2007; however, from 2008 to 2020, consumption remained at a lower figure.

Frozen Catfish Fillets Exports

Exports from Republic of Korea

In 2020, exports of frozen catfish fillets from South Korea was estimated at X tons, approximately reflecting the previous year. Overall, exports recorded a buoyant increase. Exports peaked in 2020 and are expected to retain growth in the immediate term.

In value terms, frozen catfish fillets exports totaled $X in 2020. Over the period under review, exports continue to indicate mild growth. Exports peaked in 2020 and are likely to continue growth in years to come.

Exports by Country

Montenegro (X tons) was the main destination for frozen catfish fillets exports from South Korea, accounting for a approx. X% share of total exports.

From 2007 to 2020, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume to Montenegro was relatively modest.

From 2007 to 2020, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value to Montenegro was relatively modest.

Export Prices by Country

In 2020, the average frozen catfish fillets export price amounted to $X per ton, approximately equating the previous year. Overall, the export price recorded a abrupt contraction. The export price peaked at $X per ton in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2020, export prices failed to regain the momentum.

As there is only one major export destination, the average price level is determined by prices for Montenegro.

From 2007 to 2020, the rate of growth in terms of prices for Montenegro amounted to X% per year.

Frozen Catfish Fillets Imports

Imports into Republic of Korea

Frozen catfish fillets imports into South Korea dropped sharply to X tons in 2020, with a decrease of -X% against the previous year. Overall, imports showed a abrupt descent. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2017 when imports increased by X% y-o-y. Imports peaked at X tons in 2007; however, from 2008 to 2020, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, frozen catfish fillets imports reduced dramatically to $X in 2020. Over the period under review, imports saw a abrupt decline. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2017 when imports increased by X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports hit record highs at $X in 2007; however, from 2008 to 2020, imports failed to regain the momentum.

Imports by Country

In 2020, Vietnam (X tons) was the main supplier of frozen catfish fillets to South Korea, accounting for a approx. X% share of total imports.

From 2007 to 2020, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume from Vietnam stood at -X%.

In value terms, Vietnam ($X) constituted the largest supplier of frozen catfish fillets to South Korea.

From 2007 to 2020, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value from Vietnam totaled -X%.

Import Prices by Country

The average frozen catfish fillets import price stood at $X per ton in 2020, surging by X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price, however, showed a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 when the average import price increased by X% against the previous year. The import price peaked at $X per ton in 2007; however, from 2008 to 2020, import prices remained at a lower figure.

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

From 2007 to 2020, the rate of growth in terms of prices for Vietnam amounted to -X% per year.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for frozen catfish fillets in the world?

The country with the largest volume of frozen catfish fillets consumption was China, accounting for 25% of total volume. Moreover, frozen catfish fillets consumption in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, India, twofold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by the U.S., with a 7.9% share.

What are the largest producers of frozen catfish fillets in the world?

The country with the largest volume of frozen catfish fillets production was Vietnam, comprising approx. 31% of total volume. Moreover, frozen catfish fillets production in Vietnam exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, India, threefold. China ranked third in terms of total production with a 11% share.

What are the leading suppliers of frozen catfish fillets to Republic of Korea?

In value terms, Vietnam constituted the largest supplier of frozen catfish fillets to South Korea.

What is the average export price for frozen catfish fillets in Republic of Korea?

In 2020, the average frozen catfish fillets export price amounted to $4,111 per ton, almost unchanged from the previous year.

What is the average import price for frozen catfish fillets in Republic of Korea?

The average frozen catfish fillets import price stood at $3,609 per ton in 2020, growing by 13% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the frozen catfish fillets market in Republic of Korea. 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 2025.

Product coverage:

Country coverage:

South Korea

Data coverage:

Market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Trade (exports and imports) in Republic of Korea
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 THE AI PLATFORM
3. DATA-DRIVEN DECISIONS FOR YOUR BUSINESS
4. GLOSSARY AND SPECIFIC TERMS
2. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

A Quick Overview of Market Performance
1. KEY FINDINGS
2. MARKET TRENDSThis Chapter is Available Only for the Professional EditionPRO
3. MARKET OVERVIEW

Understanding the Current State of The Market and its Prospects
1. MARKET SIZE: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
2. MARKET STRUCTURE: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
3. TRADE BALANCE: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
4. PER CAPITA CONSUMPTION: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
5. MARKET FORECAST TO 2035
4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCTS FOR DIVERSIFICATION

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 PRODUCTS
4. MOST TRADED PRODUCTS
5. MOST PROFITABLE PRODUCTS FOR EXPORTS
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 Export
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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: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
8. IMPORTS

The Largest Import Supplying Countries
1. IMPORTS: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024)
3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024)
9. EXPORTS

The Largest Destinations for Exports
1. EXPORTS: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
2. EXPORTS BY COUNTRY: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024)
3. EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024)
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: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
3. Market Value: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
4. Per Capita Consumption: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
5. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
6. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
7. Import Prices, By Country, 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, 2012–2024
LIST OF FIGURES
1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
2. Market Value: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
3. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, in Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
4. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, in Value Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
5. Trade Balance, In Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
6. Trade Balance, In Value Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
7. Per Capita Consumption: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
8. Market Volume Forecast to 2035
9. Market Value Forecast to 2035
10. Market Size and Growth, By Product
11. Average Per Capita Consumption, By Product
12. Exports and Growth, By Product
13. Export Prices and Growth, By Product
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: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
22. Production, In Value Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
23. Imports, In Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
24. Imports, In Value Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
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, 2012–2024
29. Exports, In Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
30. Exports, In Value Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
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, 2012–2024