Fresh crustaceans (other) imports in Saudi Arabia: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of fresh crustaceans (other) by Saudi Arabia reached $10.9 million in 2024 (1.3 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 2nd largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 116 countries. That is 139% more than in 2023. Over 2018-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 269% a year on average.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Imports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $10.9M | 1.3K t |
| 2023 | $4.6M | 236 t |
| 2022 | $4.0M | 443 t |
| 2021 | $1K | 1 t |
| 2019 | $0K | 1 t |
| 2018 | $4K | 2 t |
Where Saudi Arabia imports fresh crustaceans (other) from
The largest suppliers were Thailand (45%), Pakistan (28%), United Arab Emirates (26%). Among the main suppliers, Pakistan grew fastest (+797% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Thailand | $5.0M | 46% |
| Pakistan | $3.1M | 28% |
| United Arab Emirates | $2.8M | 26% |
| Spain | $30K | 0.3% |
| China | $11K | 0.1% |
| Netherlands | $1K | 0% |
| Indonesia | $0K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $8.12 per kg, 33% below the world average of $12.06, 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.
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The shipment records behind Saudi Arabia fresh crustaceans (other) imports (HS 0306.39): 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 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.
Common questions
What is the value of fresh crustaceans (other) imported by Saudi Arabia?
Saudi Arabia imported fresh crustaceans (other) worth $10.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.3 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 2nd of 116 countries worldwide, with 17% of world imports. The value was up 139% on 2023.
Which countries supply fresh crustaceans (other) to Saudi Arabia?
Thailand was the largest supplier with 45% of the value ($5.0 million), followed by Pakistan (28%) and the United Arab Emirates (26%). The top three together account for 100%, out of 7 supplier countries in total. The Netherlands grew fastest among the top ten, up 910% on the year.
What is the average import price of fresh crustaceans (other) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $8.12 per kg in 2024, 33% below the world average of $12.06 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of fresh crustaceans (other) to Saudi Arabia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $4 thousand in 2018 to $10.9 million in 2024. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 6 years the average was $3.2 million a year.
What is the HS code for fresh crustaceans (other)?
The HS code for fresh crustaceans (other) is subheading 0306.39. It sits in HS chapter 03 (fish and crustaceans, molluscs and other aquatic invertebrates). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 0306 page.
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