In 2023, Germany imported live, fresh, or chilled mussels valued at approximately 19.4 million US dollars. From 2024 onward, the forecasted import value shows a consistent upward trend, growing from 19.916 million in 2024 to 22.004 million in 2028. The yearly increase averages around 2.1% within this period. Notably, between 2023 and 2024, there is a 2.7% rise, highlighting a positive momentum in demand.
Future trends to watch for include potential impacts from environmental regulations on seafood importation, shifts in consumer preferences towards sustainable food sources, and fluctuations in currency exchange rates affecting international trade dynamics.