In 2023, Malaysia led the Global Fresh or Chilled Rays and Skates Imports, reaching a value of USD 3.0529 million, despite a 7.6% decline from the previous year. Belgium and the Netherlands saw significant growth, with year-on-year increases of 5.14% and 17.92% respectively. Spain's imports remained stable, while Italy and Ireland experienced noticeable declines of 10.08% and 12.48%. Germany's imports decreased modestly by 2.67%, whereas the Czech Republic recorded a robust 10.14% growth. Smaller markets like Latvia and Poland showed minute changes, with some countries experiencing no variation at all.
Future trends to watch include:
- The recovery and growth potential in Malaysia's market.
- The strong upward trend in the Netherlands and Czech Republic, suggesting increasing demand.
- The potential impacts of sustainability and conservation efforts influencing future import volumes globally.
- Trade policy changes and their possible effects on smaller importing countries.
Top countries in Fresh or Chilled Rays and Skates Imports by Country
| # | 10 Countries | US Dollars | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Malaysia | 3,052,900 | 2023 | +0.14% | -7.6% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Belgium | 1,839,700 | 2023 | +16.16% | +5.14% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Netherlands | 1,527,700 | 2023 | +7.89% | +17.92% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Spain | 1,497,200 | 2023 | +4.29% | -0.05% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Canada | 759,070 | 2023 | +1.49% | +1.12% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Italy | 532,000 | 2023 | -16.48% | -10.08% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Germany | 103,920 | 2023 | -1.36% | -2.67% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Luxembourg | 71,830 | 2023 | +6.43% | +0.52% | View data |
| 9 | 9 United States | 38,070 | 2021 | +120.29% | +80.26% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Ireland | 8,730 | 2023 | -29.18% | -12.48% | View data |
