The Netherlands leads the global fresh or chilled catfish imports with a significant margin, holding 48.69% of the share. Belgium and Malaysia show strong growth, with Belgium exhibiting a remarkable 70.43% year-on-year increase in 2023, nearing Malaysia's share. Denmark, a key player, faces a slight decline of 2.35%. Overall, Europe dominates, highlighting a strong demand for imported catfish across multiple nations.
Future trends to watch include potential expansion of import markets in Asia, particularly Malaysia and Thailand, which are showing robust growth. Furthermore, technological advancements in aquaculture and changing consumer preferences might influence the import dynamics and distribution of shares among countries.
Top countries in Fresh or Chilled Catfish Imports Share by Country (US Dollars)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Netherlands | 48.69 | 2023 | +11.51% | +57.92% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Denmark | 12.75 | 2023 | +0.56% | -2.35% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Belgium | 9.3 | 2023 | +31.68% | +70.43% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Malaysia | 7.81 | 2023 | +19.84% | +48.56% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Italy | 4.96 | 2023 | +5.09% | +5.17% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Germany | 4.11 | 2021 | +37.53% | +2.37% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Slovakia | 3.79 | 2023 | +22.44% | +18.84% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Czech Republic | 3.61 | 2021 | +1080% | +44.58% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Thailand | 3.14 | 2023 | +17.88% | +44.05% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Lithuania | 0.78 | 2023 | +10.13% | View data |
