Molluscs exports from Cameroon: data, top buyers and prices
In 2024, Cameroon exported molluscs worth $11.9 million (3.7 thousand tonnes). That is 28792% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 277% a year on average.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Exports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $11.9M | 3.7K t |
| 2023 | $41K | 6 t |
| 2022 | $36K | 21 t |
| 2021 | $15K | 4 t |
| 2020 | $54K | 42 t |
| 2019 | $26K | 4 t |
| 2018 | $14K | 0 t |
| 2017 | $1K | - |
Where Cameroon exports molluscs to
One buyer market dominates: South Korea accounted for 99% of the value.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Korea | $11.7M | 99% |
| Cote d'Ivoire | $67K | 0.6% |
| Canada | $53K | 0.4% |
| France | $5K | 0% |
| Iceland | $2K | 0% |
| Bahrain | $0K | 0% |
Product types under HS 0307
| 0307.43 | Frozen squid and cuttlefish | 99% |
| 0307.92 | Frozen molluscs (other) | 0.6% |
| 0307.60 | Fresh land snails | 0.5% |
| 0307.19 | Molluscs: oysters, whether in shell or not, dried, salted or in brine, smoked, cooked or not before or during the smoking process | 0% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 0307.
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $3.21 per kg, 37% below the world average of $5.09, which often means bulk or lower-grade product.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Molluscs imports to Cameroon
In 2024, Cameroon imported molluscs worth $558 thousand (271 tonnes). One supplier dominates: Norway accounted for 83% of the value. Among the main suppliers, Norway grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Norway | $464K | 83% |
| Italy | $49K | 8.7% |
| Mauritania | $34K | 6.2% |
| Spain | $9K | 1.7% |
| Belgium | $1K | 0.1% |
| Turkey | $0K | 0.1% |
| Netherlands | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Cameroon?
The shipment records behind Cameroon molluscs exports (HS 0307): companies, dates, quantities and declared values.
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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: Molluscs; whether in shell or not, live, fresh, chilled, frozen, dried, salted or in brine; smoked molluscs, whether in shell or not, whether or not cooked before or during the smoking process.
Common questions
What is the value of molluscs exported by Cameroon?
Cameroon exported molluscs worth $11.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 3.7 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 56th of 172 countries worldwide, with 0% of world exports.
Which countries buy molluscs from Cameroon?
South Korea was the largest buyer with 99% of the value ($11.7 million), followed by Cote d'Ivoire (1%) and Canada (0%). The top three together account for 100%, out of 6 buyer countries in total.
What is the average export price of molluscs per kg?
The average declared export value was about $3.21 per kg in 2024, 37% below the world average of $5.09 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have exports of molluscs from Cameroon changed since 2017?
Exports went from $1 thousand in 2017 to $11.9 million in 2024. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $1.5 million a year.
Does Cameroon also import molluscs?
Yes. Cameroon imported $558 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Norway, Italy and Mauritania. On balance Cameroon is a net exporter of this product, by about $11.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for molluscs?
The HS code for molluscs is heading 0307. In Cameroon the largest six-digit codes were 0307.43 (99% of the value) and 0307.92 (1%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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