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Western Africa: Frozen Eels Market 2022

Frozen Eels Market Size in Western Africa

After two years of growth, the West African frozen eels market decreased by -X% to $X in 2020. Over the period under review, consumption, however, showed a measured increase. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2016 with an increase of X% y-o-y. Over the period under review, the market reached the maximum level at $X in 2019, and then contracted dramatically in the following year.

Frozen Eels Production in Western Africa

In value terms, frozen eels production dropped rapidly to $X in 2020 estimated in export prices. Over the period under review, production, however, saw noticeable growth. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2019 with an increase of X% y-o-y. As a result, production attained the peak level of $X, and then fell remarkably in the following year.

Production By Country in Western Africa

Togo (X kg) remains the largest frozen eels producing country in Western Africa, accounting for X% of total volume.

From 2007 to 2020, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume in Togo totaled +X%.

Frozen Eels Exports

Exports in Western Africa

Frozen eels exports stood at X tons in 2019, flattening at 2018 figures. In general, exports recorded significant growth. Over the period under review, exports hit record highs in 2019 and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

In value terms, frozen eels exports amounted to $X in 2019. Over the period under review, exports showed significant growth. The level of export peaked in 2019 and is expected to retain growth in years to come.

Export Prices by Country

In 2019, the frozen eels export price in Western Africa amounted to $X per ton, growing by X% against the previous year. Overall, the export price continues to indicate a significant increase. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2016 an increase of X% y-o-y. As a result, export price attained the peak level of $X per ton; afterwards, it flattened through to 2019.

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

From 2015 to 2019, the rate of growth in terms of prices for Ghana amounted to X% per year.

Frozen Eels Imports

Imports in Western Africa

In 2019, the amount of frozen eels imported in Western Africa surged to X kg, rising by X% against the year before. In general, imports, however, faced a dramatic shrinkage. The volume of import peaked at X tons in 2016; however, from 2017 to 2019, imports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, frozen eels imports skyrocketed to $X in 2019. Over the period under review, imports, however, showed a precipitous descent. The level of import peaked at $X in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2019, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Imports by Country

Cabo Verde dominates frozen eels imports structure, reaching X kg, which was approx. X% of total imports in 2019. It was distantly followed by Liberia (X kg), mixing up a X% share of total imports. Cote d'Ivoire (X kg) followed a long way behind the leaders.

Cabo Verde was also the fastest-growing in terms of the frozen eels imports, with a CAGR of +X% from 2013 to 2019. Cote d'Ivoire and Liberia experienced a relatively flat trend pattern. While the share of Cabo Verde (+X p.p.), Liberia (+X p.p.) and Cote d'Ivoire (+X p.p.) increased significantly, the shares of the other countries remained relatively stable throughout the analyzed period.

In value terms, Cabo Verde ($X) constitutes the largest market for imported frozen eels in Western Africa, comprising X% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Cote d'Ivoire ($X), with a X% share of total imports.

In Cabo Verde, frozen eels imports expanded at an average annual rate of +X% over the period from 2013-2019. In the other countries, the average annual rates were as follows: Cote d'Ivoire (X% per year) and Liberia (X% per year).

Import Prices by Country

In 2019, the frozen eels import price in Western Africa amounted to $X per ton, with a decrease of -X% against the previous year. Overall, the import price, however, saw significant growth. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2016 when the import price increased by X% year-to-year. As a result, import price attained the peak level of $X per ton. from 2017 to 2019, the growth in terms of the import prices failed to regain the momentum.

Prices varied noticeably by the country of destination; the country with the highest price was Cote d'Ivoire ($X per ton), while Liberia ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2013 to 2019, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Cote d'Ivoire, while the other leaders experienced mixed trends in the import price figures.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for frozen eels in Western Africa?

Togo remains the largest frozen eels consuming country in Western Africa, accounting for 100% of total volume.

What are the largest producers of frozen eels in Western Africa?

The country with the largest volume of frozen eels production was Togo, accounting for 100% of total volume.

What are the leading importers of frozen eels in Western Africa?

In value terms, Cabo Verde constitutes the largest market for imported frozen eels in Western Africa, comprising 84% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Cote d'Ivoire $491), with a 14% share of total imports.

What is the average export price for frozen eels in Western Africa?

In 2019, the frozen eels export price in Western Africa amounted to $6,773 per ton, with an increase of 538% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for frozen eels in Western Africa?

The frozen eels import price in Western Africa stood at $17,225 per ton in 2019, which is down by -31.3% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the frozen eels market in Western Africa. 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:

Benin
Burkina Faso
Cabo Verde
Gambia
Ghana
Guinea
Guinea-Bissau
Liberia
Mali
Mauritania
Niger
Nigeria
Saint Helena, Ascension and Tristan da Cunha
Senegal
Sierra Leone
Togo
Cote d'Ivoire

Data coverage:

Market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Production in Western Africa, split by region and country
Trade (exports and imports) in Western Africa
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 TRENDS This 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. CONSUMPTION BY COUNTRY: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
3. 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 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 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)
2. PRODUCTION BY COUNTRY: 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) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
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) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
3. EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS

The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles
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11. COUNTRY PROFILES

The Largest Markets And Their Profiles
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- Benin
- Burkina Faso
- Cabo Verde
- Gambia
- Ghana
- Guinea
- Guinea-Bissau
- Liberia
- Mali
- Mauritania
- Niger
- Nigeria
- Saint Helena, Ascension and Tristan da Cunha
- Senegal
- Sierra Leone
- Togo
- Cote d'Ivoire
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, by Country, 2022–2024
5. Production, In Physical Terms, By Country: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
6. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
7. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
8. Import Prices, By Country: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
9. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
10. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
11. Export Prices, By Country: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
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. Consumption, by Country, 2024
4. Market Volume Forecast to 2035
5. Market Value Forecast to 2035
6. Market Size and Growth, By Product
7. Average Per Capita Consumption, By Product
8. Exports and Growth, By Product
9. Export Prices and Growth, By Product
10. Production Volume and Growth
11. Exports and Growth
12. Export Prices and Growth
13. Market Size and Growth
14. Per Capita Consumption
15. Imports and Growth
16. Import Prices
17. Production, In Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
18. Production, In Value Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
19. Production, by Country, 2024
20. Production, In Physical Terms, by Country: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
21. Imports, In Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
22. Imports, In Value Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
23. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
24. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
25. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
26. Import Prices, By Country: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
27. Exports, In Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
28. Exports, In Value Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
29. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
30. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
31. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
32. Export Prices, By Country: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)