Frozen molluscs (other) trade by country: top importers, exporters and prices
World trade in frozen molluscs (other) was worth $323.9 million in 2024, about 56.6 thousand tonnes. That is a fall of 40% 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 | $323.9M | 56.6K t |
| 2023 | $361.4M | 48.5K t |
| 2022 | $378.7M | 54.7K t |
| 2021 | $372.2M | 59.1K t |
| 2020 | $252.9M | 40.6K t |
| 2019 | $303.8M | 53.2K t |
| 2018 | $269.8M | 39.1K t |
| 2017 | $541.4M | 76.3K t |
Top frozen molluscs (other) exporting countries
Russia is the largest exporter with 24% of world exports, followed by Mauritania and China. The top three supply 39% between them, out of 91 exporting countries.
| Exporter | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Russia | $78.2M | 24% |
| Mauritania | $28.6M | 8.8% |
| China | $19.8M | 6.1% |
| South Korea | $19.3M | 6% |
| United Kingdom | $15.9M | 4.9% |
| Mexico | $12.8M | 3.9% |
| Turkey | $11.9M | 3.7% |
| Norway | $11.4M | 3.5% |
| Canada | $11.1M | 3.4% |
| Ireland | $9.1M | 2.8% |
| Chile | $8.9M | 2.8% |
| New Zealand | $8.2M | 2.5% |
Top importing countries and buyer markets
The largest importers are China (30%), South Korea (19%) and Japan (17%). 142 countries imported it, and the top three take 66% of the value.
| Importer | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $97.5M | 30% |
| South Korea | $60.5M | 19% |
| Japan | $55.9M | 17% |
| United States | $17.3M | 5.4% |
| Hong Kong | $15.7M | 4.8% |
| Thailand | $9.7M | 3% |
| Vietnam | $7.1M | 2.2% |
| Taiwan | $7.1M | 2.2% |
| France | $5.0M | 1.6% |
| Spain | $4.4M | 1.4% |
| Portugal | $3.9M | 1.2% |
| Germany | $3.4M | 1.1% |
Average price per kg
The world average declared value was about $5.73 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, South Korea averaged $15.39 per kg and Mauritania $2.13 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 0307.92: Molluscs: n.e.c. in heading 0307, whether in shell or not, includes flours, meals, and pellets of molluscs, fit for human consumption, frozen. HS 0307 codes.
Common questions
Which countries export the most frozen molluscs (other)?
Russia exported $78.2 million in 2024, 24% of the world total, followed by Mauritania (9%) and China (6%). In all, 91 countries reported exports of this product. The full ranking and map are on this page.
Which countries import the most frozen molluscs (other)?
China imported $97.5 million in 2024, 30% of world imports, ahead of South Korea (19%) and Japan (17%). The top three importers together take 66%. Each country with its own page is linked from the table.
How big is the world trade in frozen molluscs (other)?
It was worth $323.9 million in 2024, about 56.6 thousand tonnes. That is a fall of 40% since 2017. The peak year was 2017 at $541.4 million. 91 countries reported exports and 142 reported imports.
What is the average price of frozen molluscs (other) per kg?
The world average declared value was about $5.73 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, South Korea averaged $15.39 per kg and Mauritania $2.13 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 frozen molluscs (other)?
The HS code for frozen molluscs (other) is subheading 0307.92, 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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