In 2023, China led the global market in the export of prepared or preserved crustaceans and molluscs, holding a substantial lead with $3.39 billion in export value. Indonesia followed with a distant but significant $0.63386 billion. Major exporters like Canada, Japan, and the Netherlands maintained competitive positions with values ranging between $0.41856 billion and $0.4358 billion. Denmark, Chile, and India also represent strong contributors, while Sierra Leone and Spain rounded out the top list, indicating diverse geographic participation in this market.
Trends to watch:
- Continue monitoring China's dominance and its potential impacts on global pricing and supply chains.
- Watch for shifts in demand from major destinations affecting exporters like Indonesia and Canada.
- Technological advancements could lead to changes in production and preservation methods, influencing export dynamics.
- Environmental policies may affect industry operations and export strategies, especially in regions with critical marine ecosystems.
Top countries in Top Exporters of Prepared or Preserved Crustaceans and Molluscs
| # | 10 Countries | Million US Dollars | Last Year | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 China | 3,390 | 2016 | |
| 2 | 2 Indonesia | 633.86 | 2016 | |
| 3 | 3 Canada | 435.8 | 2016 | |
| 4 | 4 Japan | 433.95 | 2016 | |
| 5 | 5 Netherlands | 418.56 | 2016 | |
| 6 | 6 Denmark | 381.14 | 2016 | |
| 7 | 7 Chile | 269.98 | 2016 | |
| 8 | 8 India | 253.7 | 2016 | |
| 9 | 9 Sierra Leone | 158.93 | 2016 | |
| 10 | 10 Spain | 157.61 | 2016 |
