Fresh squid and cuttlefish trade by country: top importers, exporters and prices
World trade in fresh squid and cuttlefish was worth $405.3 million in 2024, about 70.3 thousand tonnes. That is an increase of 28% since 2017, and up 1% 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 | $405.3M | 70.3K t |
| 2023 | $400.9M | 71.8K t |
| 2022 | $356.0M | 56.0K t |
| 2021 | $372.4M | 62.1K t |
| 2020 | $324.6M | 74.7K t |
| 2019 | $333.8M | 72.2K t |
| 2018 | $300.1M | 68.3K t |
| 2017 | $317.1M | 58.8K t |
Top fresh squid and cuttlefish exporting countries
Exports are led by Spain (27%), France (20%) and the Netherlands (7%). 86 countries reported exports, and the top three account for 54%.
| Exporter | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Spain | $108.6M | 27% |
| France | $81.7M | 20% |
| Netherlands | $30.3M | 7.5% |
| Morocco | $29.7M | 7.3% |
| Myanmar | $16.8M | 4.2% |
| Malaysia | $16.7M | 4.1% |
| United Kingdom | $15.2M | 3.8% |
| Portugal | $11.6M | 2.9% |
| Oman | $11.0M | 2.7% |
| China | $10.6M | 2.6% |
| Belgium | $10.4M | 2.6% |
| Yemen | $10.2M | 2.5% |
Top importing countries and buyer markets
Italy is the biggest buyer with 31% of world imports, ahead of Spain and France. Demand is concentrated: the top three take 60% across 124 importing countries.
| Importer | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Italy | $126.4M | 31% |
| Spain | $80.6M | 20% |
| France | $37.0M | 9.1% |
| Malaysia | $33.7M | 8.3% |
| Netherlands | $24.4M | 6% |
| Portugal | $15.8M | 3.9% |
| Thailand | $15.7M | 3.9% |
| China | $14.2M | 3.5% |
| Hong Kong | $8.9M | 2.2% |
| Germany | $6.5M | 1.6% |
| Belgium | $6.0M | 1.5% |
| Singapore | $4.1M | 1% |
Average price per kg
The world average declared value was about $5.77 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, Morocco averaged $12.81 per kg and Myanmar $2.09 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 0307.42: Molluscs: cuttle fish and squid, whether in shell or not, live, fresh or chilled. HS 0307 codes.
Common questions
Which countries export the most fresh squid and cuttlefish?
Spain exported $108.6 million in 2024, 27% of the world total, followed by France (20%) and the Netherlands (7%). In all, 86 countries reported exports of this product. The full ranking and map are on this page.
Which countries import the most fresh squid and cuttlefish?
Italy imported $126.4 million in 2024, 31% of world imports, ahead of Spain (20%) and France (9%). The top three importers together take 60%. Each country with its own page is linked from the table.
How big is the world trade in fresh squid and cuttlefish?
It was worth $405.3 million in 2024, about 70.3 thousand tonnes. That is an increase of 28% since 2017. 2024 was the highest year since 2017. 86 countries reported exports and 124 reported imports.
What is the average price of fresh squid and cuttlefish per kg?
The world average declared value was about $5.77 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, Morocco averaged $12.81 per kg and Myanmar $2.09 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 squid and cuttlefish?
The HS code for fresh squid and cuttlefish is subheading 0307.42, 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 0307 page.
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