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Overview of the Global Market for Crabs and Crab Meat

Market Size for Crabs and Crab Meat

The global crab and crab meat market reduced slightly to $X in 2021, which is down by -2.1% against the previous year. The market value increased at an average annual rate of +2.0% over the period from 2012 to 2021; the trend pattern remained relatively stable, with somewhat noticeable fluctuations throughout the analyzed period. Global consumption peaked at $X in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2021, consumption failed to regain momentum.

Production of Crabs and Crab Meat

In value terms, crab and crab meat production contracted to $X in 2021 estimated in export price. The total output value increased at an average annual rate of +2.3% from 2012 to 2021; the trend pattern remained relatively stable, with only minor fluctuations being observed in certain years. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2014 with an increase of 20%. As a result, production attained the peak level of $X. From 2015 to 2021, global production growth remained at a lower figure.

Exports of Crabs and Crab Meat

Exports

In 2021, the amount of crabs and crab meat exported worldwide rose notably to X tons, increasing by 11% against 2020. The total export volume increased at an average annual rate of +2.4% over the period from 2012 to 2021; the trend pattern remained consistent, with only minor fluctuations being observed throughout the analyzed period. As a result, the exports reached the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

In value terms, crab and crab meat exports skyrocketed to $X in 2021. Over the period under review, exports continue to indicate a strong increase. As a result, the exports reached the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Exports by Country

Russia (X tons) and Canada (X tons) represented the major exporters of crabs and crab meat in 2021, accounting for approx. 21% and 20% of total exports, respectively. It was distantly followed by China (X tons) and the United States (X tons), together mixing up a 15% share of total exports. Indonesia (X tons), Myanmar (X tons), Bahrain (X tons), the UK (X tons), Pakistan (X tons), Bangladesh (X tons), Norway (X tons), Malaysia (X tons) and France (X tons) followed a long way behind the leaders.

From 2012 to 2021, the biggest increases were recorded for Malaysia (with a CAGR of +24.1%), while shipments for the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, the largest crab and crab meat supplying countries worldwide were Russia ($X), Canada ($X) and China ($X), together accounting for 74% of global exports.

Among the main exporting countries, Russia, with a CAGR of +29.8%, recorded the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of exports, over the period under review, while shipments for the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Export Prices by Country

In 2021, the average crab and crab meat export price amounted to $X per ton, with an increase of 35% against the previous year. Over the period under review, export price indicated buoyant growth from 2012 to 2021: its price increased at an average annual rate of +7.9% over the last nine years. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2021 figures, crab and crab meat export price increased by +76.7% against 2014 indices. As a result, the export price attained the peak level and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Prices varied noticeably by country of origin: amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Russia ($X per ton), while Pakistan ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Russia (+13.9%), while the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Imports of Crabs and Crab Meat

Imports

In 2021, the amount of crabs and crab meat imported worldwide stood at X tons, rising by 13% against the year before. The total import volume increased at an average annual rate of +2.0% from 2012 to 2021; the trend pattern remained relatively stable, with only minor fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. As a result, imports reached the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

In value terms, crab and crab meat imports skyrocketed to $X in 2021. Overall, imports recorded a buoyant expansion. As a result, imports attained the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Imports by Country

The United States (X tons) and China (X tons) represented roughly 51% of total imports in 2021. It was distantly followed by South Korea (X tons), Japan (X tons) and Thailand (X tons), together committing a 24% share of total imports. The following importers - France (X tons), Canada (X tons), Hong Kong SAR (X tons), Spain (X tons), Indonesia (X tons), Malaysia (X tons) and Taiwan (Chinese) (X tons) - together made up 16% of total imports.

From 2012 to 2021, the biggest increases were recorded for Thailand (with a CAGR of +20.9%), while purchases for the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, the United States ($X), China ($X) and Japan ($X) constituted the countries with the highest levels of imports in 2021, together comprising 75% of global imports. South Korea, Hong Kong SAR, France, Canada, Indonesia, Thailand, Spain, Taiwan (Chinese) and Malaysia lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 18%.

Thailand, with a CAGR of +18.2%, recorded the highest growth rate of the value of imports, among the main importing countries over the period under review, while purchases for the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Import Prices by Country

In 2021, the average crab and crab meat import price amounted to $X per ton, rising by 28% against the previous year. Over the period under review, import price indicated a prominent increase from 2012 to 2021: its price increased at an average annual rate of +7.7% over the last nine-year period. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2021 figures, crab and crab meat import price increased by +95.4% against 2012 indices. As a result, import price attained the peak level and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Prices varied noticeably by country of destination: amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Japan ($X per ton), while Thailand ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by the United States (+10.5%), while the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

The country with the largest volume of crab and crab meat consumption was China, comprising approx. 60% of total volume. Moreover, crab and crab meat consumption in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, Indonesia, sixfold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by the United States, with a 6.5% share.
China constituted the country with the largest volume of crab and crab meat production, comprising approx. 60% of total volume. Moreover, crab and crab meat production in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, Indonesia, sixfold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by Russia, with a 3.9% share.
In value terms, Russia remains the largest crab and crab meat supplier worldwide, comprising 49% of global exports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Canada, with a 20% share of global exports. It was followed by China, with a 6% share.
In value terms, the United States constitutes the largest market for imported crabs and crab meat worldwide, comprising 47% of global imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by China, with a 17% share of global imports. It was followed by South Korea, with an 11% share.
The average crab and crab meat export price stood at $16,686 per ton in 2021, jumping by 24% against the previous year.
In 2021, the average crab and crab meat import price amounted to $16,679 per ton, rising by 21% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the global market for crab and crab meat. 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:

    Country coverage:

    Worldwide - the report contains statistical data for 200 countries and includes detailed profiles of the 50 largest consuming countries:

    + the largest producing countries

    Data coverage:

    • Global market volume and value
    • Per Capita consumption
    • Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
    • Global production, split by region and country
    • Global trade (exports and imports)
    • Export and import prices
    • Market trends, drivers and restraints
    • Key market players and their profiles

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    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. CONSUMPTION BY COUNTRY
      3. 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. GLOBAL PRODUCTION

      The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry

      1. PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE
      2. PRODUCTION BY COUNTRY

    8. 8. GLOBAL IMPORTS

      The Largest Importers on The Market and How They Succeed

      1. IMPORTS FROM 2012–2024
      2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
      3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY

    9. 9. GLOBAL EXPORTS

      The Largest Exporters on The Market and How They Succeed

      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. 11. COUNTRY PROFILES

      The Largest Markets And Their Profiles

      This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
      • United States
      • China
      • Japan
      • Germany
      • United Kingdom
      • France
      • Brazil
      • Italy
      • Russian Federation
      • India
      • Canada
      • Australia
      • Republic of Korea
      • Spain
      • Mexico
      • Indonesia
      • Netherlands
      • Turkey
      • Saudi Arabia
      • Switzerland
      • Sweden
      • Nigeria
      • Poland
      • Belgium
      • Argentina
      • Norway
      • Austria
      • Thailand
      • United Arab Emirates
      • Colombia
      • Denmark
      • South Africa
      • Malaysia
      • Israel
      • Singapore
      • Egypt
      • Philippines
      • Finland
      • Chile
      • Ireland
      • Pakistan
      • Greece
      • Portugal
      • Kazakhstan
      • Algeria
      • Czech Republic
      • Qatar
      • Peru
      • Romania
      • Vietnam

    12. 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, By Country, 2018–2024
      5. Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
      6. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
      7. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
      8. Import Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2024
      9. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
      10. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
      11. Export Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2024

    13. LIST OF FIGURES

      1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
      2. Market Value, 2012–2024
      3. Consumption, By Country, 2024
      4. Market Volume Forecast to 2030
      5. Market Value Forecast to 2030
      6. Products: Market Size And Growth, By Type
      7. Products: Average Per Capita Consumption, By Type
      8. Products: Exports And Growth, By Type
      9. Products: Export Prices And Growth, By Type
      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, 2012–2024
      18. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
      19. Production, By Country, 2024
      20. Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
      21. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
      22. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
      23. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
      24. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
      25. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
      26. Import Prices, By Country, 2012–2024
      27. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
      28. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
      29. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
      30. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
      31. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
      32. Export Prices, 2012–2024

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