Fresh crustaceans (other) trade by country: top importers, exporters and prices
World trade in fresh crustaceans (other) was worth $63.5 million in 2024, about 5.3 thousand tonnes. That is an increase of 25% since 2017, and down 10% 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 | $63.5M | 5.3K t |
| 2023 | $70.6M | 56.7K t |
| 2022 | $56.4M | 57.3K t |
| 2021 | $63.2M | 48.0K t |
| 2020 | $50.5M | 48.0K t |
| 2019 | $62.9M | 54.9K t |
| 2018 | $68.1M | 39.7K t |
| 2017 | $50.8M | 33.6K t |
Top fresh crustaceans (other) exporting countries
Myanmar is the largest exporter with 21% of world exports, followed by Thailand and Spain. The top three supply 45% between them, out of 89 exporting countries.
| Exporter | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Myanmar | $13.2M | 21% |
| Thailand | $11.2M | 18% |
| Spain | $4.3M | 6.8% |
| Pakistan | $3.1M | 4.9% |
| Netherlands | $3.0M | 4.7% |
| Morocco | $2.9M | 4.5% |
| Indonesia | $2.9M | 4.5% |
| United Arab Emirates | $2.8M | 4.5% |
| France | $2.0M | 3.1% |
| Vietnam | $1.9M | 3% |
| South Africa | $1.9M | 3% |
| Turkey | $1.3M | 2% |
Top importing countries and buyer markets
China is the biggest buyer with 22% of world imports, ahead of Saudi Arabia and Thailand. Demand is spread widely: the top three take 49% across 116 importing countries.
| Importer | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $13.9M | 22% |
| Saudi Arabia | $10.9M | 17% |
| Thailand | $6.0M | 9.5% |
| Italy | $5.4M | 8.5% |
| Spain | $4.5M | 7.1% |
| Macao | $3.2M | 5% |
| United States | $2.8M | 4.5% |
| France | $2.5M | 3.9% |
| Belgium | $1.9M | 3% |
| Hong Kong | $1.8M | 2.8% |
| Portugal | $1.0M | 1.6% |
| Germany | $921K | 1.5% |
Average price per kg
The world average declared value was about $12.06 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, Myanmar averaged $27.47 per kg and Pakistan $7.45 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 0306.39: Crustaceans: live, fresh or chilled, n.e.c. in item no. 0306.3, in shell or not, including edible flours, meals, and pellets of crustaceans. HS 0306 codes.
Common questions
Which countries export the most fresh crustaceans (other)?
Myanmar exported $13.2 million in 2024, 21% of the world total, followed by Thailand (18%) and Spain (7%). In all, 89 countries reported exports of this product. The full ranking and map are on this page.
Which countries import the most fresh crustaceans (other)?
China imported $13.9 million in 2024, 22% of world imports, ahead of Saudi Arabia (17%) and Thailand (10%). The top three importers together take 49%. Each country with its own page is linked from the table.
How big is the world trade in fresh crustaceans (other)?
It was worth $63.5 million in 2024, about 5.3 thousand tonnes. That is an increase of 25% since 2017. The peak year was 2023 at $70.6 million. 89 countries reported exports and 116 reported imports.
What is the average price of fresh crustaceans (other) per kg?
The world average declared value was about $12.06 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, Myanmar averaged $27.47 per kg and Pakistan $7.45 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 fresh crustaceans (other)?
The HS code for fresh crustaceans (other) is subheading 0306.39, 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 0306 page.
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