In 2023, the actual value of China's imports of live, fresh, or chilled crabs was less than the forecasted 1.7373 billion USD for 2024. From 2024 to 2028, there is a progressive year-on-year increase, with imports expected to reach 2.39 billion USD by 2028.

The average annual growth rate, or CAGR from 2024 through 2028, illustrates a steady interest in this product category among Chinese importers, reflecting a consistent increase in consumer demand and market expansion.

Future trends to watch for:

Fluctuations in global seafood supply chains impacting crab imports
Changing consumer preferences towards sustainable seafood and its effects on import volumes
Potential regulatory changes affecting seafood imports in China
Economic factors and their influence on purchasing power and import capability