Dried fish offal trade by country: top importers, exporters and prices
World trade in dried fish offal was worth $805.3 million in 2024, about 42.6 thousand tonnes. That is an increase of 137% since 2017, and up 9% on 2023.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
World trade by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $805.3M | 42.6K t |
| 2023 | $738.7M | 43.8K t |
| 2022 | $675.5M | 45.9K t |
| 2021 | $397.5M | 25.6K t |
| 2020 | $413.1M | 41.3K t |
| 2019 | $478.0M | 46.9K t |
| 2018 | $524.1M | 66.7K t |
| 2017 | $339.6M | 43.4K t |
Top dried fish offal exporting countries
Exports are led by Hong Kong (22%), Vietnam (12%) and Tanzania (11%). 102 countries reported exports, and the top three account for 44%.
| Exporter | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Hong Kong | $175.3M | 22% |
| Vietnam | $96.0M | 12% |
| Tanzania | $87.1M | 11% |
| Indonesia | $84.3M | 11% |
| Brazil | $72.2M | 9% |
| Uganda | $50.1M | 6.2% |
| Iceland | $49.0M | 6.1% |
| India | $25.0M | 3.1% |
| Norway | $20.8M | 2.6% |
| Suriname | $15.9M | 2% |
| Myanmar | $15.5M | 1.9% |
| Kenya | $13.6M | 1.7% |
Top importing countries and buyer markets
Macao is the biggest buyer with 44% of world imports, ahead of Hong Kong and China. Demand is concentrated: the top three take 84% across 80 importing countries.
| Importer | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Macao | $352.9M | 44% |
| Hong Kong | $185.2M | 23% |
| China | $140.7M | 18% |
| Nigeria | $59.8M | 7.4% |
| Thailand | $9.9M | 1.2% |
| Singapore | $9.5M | 1.2% |
| Portugal | $6.1M | 0.8% |
| South Korea | $5.3M | 0.7% |
| Spain | $4.7M | 0.6% |
| Belgium | $4.5M | 0.6% |
| Canada | $3.6M | 0.5% |
| Malaysia | $3.6M | 0.5% |
Average price per kg
The world average declared value was about $18.89 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, Uganda averaged $109.47 per kg and Iceland $3.22 per kg, so grade and origin matter.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments worldwide. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
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Source: CEPII BACI (reconciled UN Comtrade data), HS 2017 edition, release 202601, Etalab Open Licence 2.0. Annual values in US dollars at the customs border; quantities in tonnes where reported. HS 0305.72: Fish: edible offal, fish heads, tails and maws. HS 0305 codes.
Common questions
Which countries export the most dried fish offal?
Hong Kong exported $175.3 million in 2024, 22% of the world total, followed by Vietnam (12%) and Tanzania (11%). In all, 102 countries reported exports of this product. The full ranking and map are on this page.
Which countries import the most dried fish offal?
Macao imported $352.9 million in 2024, 44% of world imports, ahead of Hong Kong (23%) and China (17%). The top three importers together take 84%. Each country with its own page is linked from the table.
How big is the world trade in dried fish offal?
It was worth $805.3 million in 2024, about 42.6 thousand tonnes. That is an increase of 137% since 2017. 2024 was the highest year since 2017. 102 countries reported exports and 80 reported imports.
What is the average price of dried fish offal per kg?
The world average declared value was about $18.89 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, Uganda averaged $109.47 per kg and Iceland $3.22 per kg, so grade and origin matter. It is total declared value divided by total weight, so treat it as a benchmark, not a quote.
What is the HS code for dried fish offal?
The HS code for dried fish offal is subheading 0305.72, in chapter 03 (fish and crustaceans, molluscs and other aquatic invertebrates). Customs uses this code worldwide at the six-digit level; national tariffs add more digits. The full list of codes is on the HS 0305 page.
How can I find dried fish offal buyers and suppliers?
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