In 2023, Italy led global imports of prepared or preserved sea urchins, valued at $1.7763 million. Notable year-on-year increases were observed in Spain and Taiwan, showing impressive growth rates of 105.95% and 54.6%, respectively. France and Slovenia also posted significant gains at 12.75% and 25.58%. Meanwhile, countries like South Korea and the Netherlands maintained stable import levels. There was a decline for Australia and Germany, with reductions of 4.36% and 10.68%, respectively. Overall, Canada demonstrated a robust surge of 60.28%.
Future trends to watch include the potential for emerging markets to enter or expand in this niche sector, providing opportunities for export growth. Additionally, consumption patterns in existing markets may evolve, influenced by changing dietary preferences and environmental sustainability concerns.
Top countries in Prepared or Preserved Sea Urchins Imports by Country
| # | 10 Countries | US Dollars | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Italy | 1,776,300 | 2023 | +5.3% | +3.72% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Taiwan | 683,890 | 2023 | +13.24% | +54.6% | View data |
| 3 | 3 France | 277,000 | 2023 | -3.14% | +12.75% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Spain | 259,370 | 2023 | +9.44% | +105.95% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Netherlands | 211,890 | 2023 | +32.8% | View data | |
| 6 | 6 South Korea | 44,210 | 2023 | +9.21% | View data | |
| 7 | 7 Luxembourg | 44,180 | 2023 | +7.65% | +14.96% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Belgium | 30,840 | 2021 | +167.96% | -9.92% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Australia | 28,010 | 2023 | +5.76% | -4.36% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Switzerland | 20,030 | 2023 | +7.39% | -1.86% | View data |
