In 2023, Italy led the global exports of live, fresh or chilled clams, cockles, and arkshells, accounting for a significant portion of the market, albeit with a marginal growth rate of 0.4%. The Netherlands and Denmark showed robust increases, with year-on-year growth rates of 12.51% and 29.24% respectively, signaling strong market performance. South Korea experienced a decline of 8.81% in exports, indicating possible challenges in its market position. Spain and Bulgaria also posted double-digit growth rates, highlighting dynamic progression. Trends indicate fluctuating growth across countries, with markets like the United Kingdom and Japan experiencing healthy increases.
Future trends to watch include potential shifts in demand driven by environmental and regulatory changes affecting aquaculture and harvesting practices. The robust growth in European exports suggests a competitive edge that could shape market dynamics, while declines in some Asian markets may prompt strategic realignments among exporting countries.
Top countries in Live, Fresh or Chilled Clams, Cockles and Arkshells Exports by Country
| # | 10 Countries | US Dollars | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Italy | 62,790,000 | 2023 | +3.94% | +0.4% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Netherlands | 33,934,000 | 2023 | +20.63% | +12.51% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Portugal | 29,321,000 | 2023 | +10.6% | +3.89% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Spain | 19,538,000 | 2023 | +25.77% | +16.74% | View data |
| 5 | 5 South Korea | 19,447,000 | 2023 | -14.16% | -8.81% | View data |
| 6 | 6 United Kingdom | 8,882,400 | 2023 | +2.44% | +9.87% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Philippines | 5,667,200 | 2023 | +7.19% | +3.09% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Bulgaria | 4,895,600 | 2023 | +28.49% | +20.37% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Ireland | 4,319,400 | 2023 | +9.89% | +2.53% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Japan | 3,455,900 | 2023 | +7.62% | +14.23% | View data |
