The import of frozen whole sardines, brisling, and sprats to China is projected to increase steadily from 2024 to 2028, with values rising from $17.847 million to $20.28 million. This indicates a robust growth trajectory in this period. The year-on-year growth from 2024 to 2025 is approximately 3.51%, a trend that continues with slight consistency through to 2028. The Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) for the five-year forecasted period is approximately 3.2%. In 2023, the value was notably lower, marking a clear upward trend starting in 2024.

Future trends to watch include:

Potential changes in consumer preferences for healthier, protein-rich seafood options.
The impact of trade policies and tariffs between China and exporting countries.
Sustainability initiatives and fishing regulations affecting supply.
Technological advancements in freezing and packaging that may improve product quality and import volumes.