The import of fish, crustaceans, molluscs, and aquatic invertebrates to Brazil experienced fluctuations over the past decade. From 2013 to 2017, there was an overall upward trend with notable variations like a 15.36% increase in 2013 and a significant 19.06% increase in 2017. The period from 2015 to 2016 saw a decline, with negative year-on-year variations of -22.72% and -0.92% respectively. The import value displayed stability but showed a small decline from 2018 to 2020 before recovering in 2021 with a 17.42% increase. By 2023, the imports stood at 1.447 billion USD, reflecting a modest annual growth rate as shown by the year-on-year variation of 2.36%.
Looking ahead, projections for 2024 to 2028 indicate a steady increase with an anticipated average annual growth of 1.81%, bringing the import value to 1.6173 billion USD by 2028, amounting to an overall growth rate of 9.37% over this period.
Trends to watch for in future include:
- Potential impacts of global economic conditions and trade policies on import volumes.
- Changes in domestic production and demand for aquatic products.
- Environmental regulations and sustainability practices influencing sourcing and importation.
