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Thailand: Caviar (Sturgeon) Market 2025

Caviar (Sturgeon) Market Size in Thailand

After five years of growth, the Thai caviar (sturgeon) market decreased by -0.2% to $X in 2021. Over the period under review, consumption recorded a resilient expansion. Caviar (sturgeon) consumption peaked at $X in 2020, and then dropped modestly in the following year.

Caviar (Sturgeon) Production in Thailand

In value terms, caviar (sturgeon) production declined slightly to $X in 2021 estimated in export price. Over the period under review, production posted resilient growth. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2017 when the production volume increased by 36% against the previous year. Caviar (sturgeon) production peaked at $X in 2020, and then fell in the following year.

Caviar (Sturgeon) Exports

Exports from Thailand

In 2019, overseas shipments of caviar (sturgeon) decreased by -49.8% to X tons, falling for the second consecutive year after six years of growth. In general, exports, however, recorded a significant increase. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2013 when exports increased by 14,418%. Over the period under review, the exports hit record highs at X tons in 2017; however, from 2018 to 2019, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, caviar (sturgeon) exports reduced sharply to $X in 2019. Over the period under review, exports, however, enjoyed a significant increase. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2013 when exports increased by 1,965% against the previous year. The exports peaked at $X in 2016; however, from 2017 to 2019, the exports remained at a lower figure.

Exports by Country

Yemen (X tons) was the main destination for caviar (sturgeon) exports from Thailand, with a approx. 98% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2019, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume to Yemen was relatively modest.

In value terms, Yemen ($X) emerged as the key foreign market for caviar (sturgeon) exports from Thailand.

From 2012 to 2019, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value to Yemen was relatively modest.

Export Prices by Country

In 2019, the average caviar (sturgeon) export price amounted to $X per ton, flattening at the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price, however, saw a precipitous shrinkage. The export price peaked at $X per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2019, the export prices remained at a lower figure.

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

From 2012 to 2019, the rate of growth in terms of prices for Malaysia amounted to -4.4% per year.

Caviar (Sturgeon) Imports

Imports into Thailand

After four years of decline, overseas purchases of caviar (sturgeon) increased by 34% to X tons in 2021. Overall, imports, however, recorded a dramatic curtailment. Over the period under review, imports hit record highs at X tons in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, caviar (sturgeon) imports soared to $X in 2021. In general, imports, however, continue to indicate a deep slump. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2020 when imports increased by 28% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports hit record highs at $X in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2021, imports failed to regain momentum.

Imports by Country

In 2021, China (X kg) constituted the largest caviar (sturgeon) supplier to Thailand, accounting for a 72% share of total imports. Moreover, caviar (sturgeon) imports from China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, Italy (X kg), sevenfold. The third position in this ranking was taken by France (X kg), with an 8.1% share.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume from China stood at +7.8%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Italy (-17.2% per year) and France (+15.2% per year).

In value terms, China ($X) constituted the largest supplier of caviar (sturgeon) to Thailand, comprising 68% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was held by Italy ($X), with a 14% share of total imports. It was followed by France, with an 11% share.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of value from China amounted to +53.4%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Italy (-13.9% per year) and France (+27.5% per year).

Import Prices by Country

In 2021, the average caviar (sturgeon) import price amounted to $X per ton, falling by -9.4% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price, however, recorded significant growth. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2014 when the average import price increased by 107%. The import price peaked at $X per ton in 2020, and then declined in the following year.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major supplying countries. In 2021, the country with the highest price was Germany ($X per ton), while the price for South Korea ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Poland (+78.1%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced more modest paces of growth.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for caviar (sturgeon) in the world?

Russia remains the largest caviar sturgeon) consuming country worldwide, accounting for 98% of total volume.

What are the largest producers of caviar (sturgeon) in the world?

Russia remains the largest caviar sturgeon) producing country worldwide, accounting for 98% of total volume.

What are the leading suppliers of caviar (sturgeon) to Thailand?

In value terms, China constituted the largest supplier of caviar sturgeon) to Thailand, comprising 60% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Italy, with a 17% share of total imports. It was followed by France, with a 16% share.

What is the average import price for caviar (sturgeon) in Thailand?

In 2020, the average caviar sturgeon) import price amounted to $616,968 per ton, jumping by 56% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the caviar (sturgeon) market in Thailand. 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 10202630 - Caviar (sturgeon roe)

Country coverage:

Thailand

Data coverage:

Market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Trade (exports and imports) in Thailand
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 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 TRENDS This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
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