Thailand leads global imports of frozen whole skipjack and stripe-bellied bonito, reaching 632.62 million kg in 2023, despite a slight decline of 0.3% from the previous year. The Philippines shows notable growth with a 13.02% increase, followed by China and Mauritius with moderate gains. Conversely, Mexico, Ecuador, and Switzerland experienced significant declines, with Mexico showing the steepest drop at 24.84%. Over the past five years, the compound annual growth rate (CAGR) indicates varying trends, highlighting Thailand's dominance and the rising import activities of the Philippines and Belgium.
Future trends to watch include:
- The impact of sustainable fishing practices on supply chains.
- Potential regulatory changes affecting trade among leading importers like China and the Philippines.
- Market shifts driven by dietary trends favoring fish consumption worldwide.
- Technological advancements in preservation influencing import volumes.
Top countries in Import of Frozen Whole Skipjack and Stripe-Bellied Bonito by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Kilograms | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Thailand | 632,620,000 | 2023 | +1.11% | -0.3% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Philippines | 142,940,000 | 2023 | +1.01% | +13.02% | View data |
| 3 | 3 China | 107,930,000 | 2023 | +4.25% | +2.55% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Mauritius | 71,727,000 | 2023 | +2.18% | +2.11% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Spain | 64,112,000 | 2023 | +2.04% | +2.09% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Japan | 34,064,000 | 2023 | -1.19% | +1.15% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Peru | 23,745,000 | 2023 | +4.77% | +3.37% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Ecuador | 22,707,000 | 2023 | -4.02% | -6.29% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Morocco | 14,270,000 | 2023 | +5.43% | +1.73% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Colombia | 13,985,000 | 2023 | +4.34% | +0.93% | View data |
