In 2023, the US imported 840.29 thousand metric tons of demersal fish. Forecasted imports show a gradual increase: 843.55 in 2024, 846.97 in 2025, 850.32 in 2026, 853.6 in 2027, and 856.82 in 2028. Year-on-year growth rates display a minimal, steady increase, averaging around 0.6%. Over the five-year span, the Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) is approximately 0.4%, indicating stable demand for demersal fish imports.
Future trends to watch include potential geopolitical factors affecting trade policies, technological improvements in fishing and logistics, and shifts in consumer demand toward sustainable seafood options, which could impact both the source and volume of imports.
