In 2023, the import of prepared or preserved molluscs and shellfish to Thailand reached 29.005 million kilograms. The year-on-year variation was 5.65% in 2022 and 11.7% in 2021. Over the past five years, the compound annual growth rate (CAGR) was relatively stable at 4.67%. The earlier years show more significant fluctuations, such as a high of 126.39% year-on-year growth in 2017 and a notable decrease of 14.04% in 2015.
Future trends indicate moderate growth, with forecast data showing an expected average annual increase (CAGR) of 3.88% from 2024 to 2028. The volume is projected to reach 37.026 million kilograms by 2028, representing a total five-year growth rate of 20.94%.
Trends to watch for:
- Potential impacts of economic factors on import volumes
- Changes in consumer preferences and demand for imports
- Fluctuations in global mollusc and shellfish supply chains
