In 2023, the Netherlands dominated global imports of fresh or chilled whole plaice with 20.85 million kg, showing a slight decline of 0.11%. Other notable importers included Poland (2.4717 million kg, down 2.7%) and Belgium (1.8569 million kg, up 0.54%). Noteworthy growth was seen in countries like Spain and Denmark, with increases of 6.55% and 5.43% respectively, whereas Germany and the United Kingdom showed significant declines. Emerging markets like Slovenia experienced remarkable growth at 53.11%, while others such as Estonia and Kazakhstan also demonstrated double-digit growth rates.
Future trends to watch for include continued growth in emerging markets like Slovenia, Kazakhstan, and Estonia, which are experiencing rapid increases. Additionally, trends in sustainable seafood demand could influence import patterns, prompting shifts in sourcing strategies across countries.
Top countries in Import of Fresh or Chilled Whole Plaice by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Kilograms | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Netherlands | 20,850,000 | 2023 | -1.98% | -0.11% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Poland | 2,471,700 | 2023 | +0.11% | -2.7% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Belgium | 1,856,900 | 2023 | +3.93% | +0.54% | View data |
| 4 | 4 United Kingdom | 1,327,300 | 2023 | -7.21% | -5.56% | View data |
| 5 | 5 France | 1,276,500 | 2023 | +3.4% | +2.77% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Spain | 1,138,300 | 2023 | +5.15% | +6.55% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Denmark | 969,030 | 2023 | -0.99% | +5.43% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Germany | 502,770 | 2023 | -11.91% | -8.74% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Sweden | 283,450 | 2023 | -4.95% | -2.84% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Italy | 242,640 | 2023 | -0.56% | +3.41% | View data |
