The United States leads global imports of live, fresh, or chilled mussels with significant investment relative to other countries. Germany and the United Kingdom follow, reflecting their strong demand for seafood. Notably, Croatia, Hungary, India, and Estonia exhibited substantial yearly growth in 2023, with India’s imports growing the fastest. Meanwhile, Norway, Japan, and South Korea saw declines in their imports. Over the past five years, growth has been varied, with some countries like Ireland showing a positive trend due to increasing consumer demand for fresh seafood.
Looking ahead, watch for continued growth in emerging markets like India and potential shifts in traditional markets such as South Korea. Possible factors affecting future trends include changes in consumer preferences towards healthier diets and policies concerning seafood trade and sustainability efforts.
Top countries in Live, Fresh or Chilled Mussels Imports by Country
| # | 10 Countries | US Dollars | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 United States | 38,674,000 | 2023 | +7.45% | +0.86% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Germany | 19,381,000 | 2023 | +2.87% | +3.92% | View data |
| 3 | 3 United Kingdom | 1,113,900 | 2023 | +12.04% | +5.29% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Norway | 697,090 | 2023 | +0.14% | -5.74% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Croatia | 671,800 | 2023 | +28.24% | +8.98% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Czech Republic | 489,930 | 2023 | +6.47% | +6.84% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Finland | 453,900 | 2023 | +3.29% | +4.4% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Japan | 337,750 | 2023 | -0.17% | -6.83% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Ireland | 213,150 | 2023 | +51.82% | +15.21% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Hungary | 179,580 | 2023 | +11.75% | +10.1% | View data |
