Key Market Indicators
Korean crab imports are expected to reach 38 million kilograms by 2026, up from 34 million kilograms in 2021. This marks a 1.5% increase year-on-year on average. Since 1993, Korean demand has grown at a rate of 2.4% year-on-year. In 2021, the United States was the number one importer, followed by South Korea, China, and Japan. Korean crab exports are predicted to reach 3.3 million kilograms by 2026, up from 2.9 million kilograms in 2021. This marks a 2% yearly increase on average. Since 1993, Korean supply has risen at an annual rate of 7.4%. In 2021, Thailand was the number one exporter, followed by Russia, China, and Bahrain.
