Frozen fish meat (other) exports from Saudi Arabia: data, top buyers and prices
Exports of frozen fish meat (other) by Saudi Arabia reached $3.5 million in 2024 (694 tonnes). That is 586% more than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2017, at $4.6 million.
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 | $3.5M | 694 t |
| 2023 | $504K | 149 t |
| 2022 | $558K | 26 t |
| 2021 | $549K | 69 t |
| 2020 | $106K | 9 t |
| 2019 | $232K | 36 t |
| 2018 | $558K | 419 t |
| 2017 | $4.6M | 5.1K t |
Where Saudi Arabia exports frozen fish meat (other) to
One buyer market dominates: United Arab Emirates accounted for 57% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, United Arab Emirates grew fastest (+643% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United Arab Emirates | $2.0M | 57% |
| Qatar | $1.1M | 32% |
| Bahrain | $341K | 9.9% |
| Vietnam | $35K | 1% |
| Turkey | $0K | 0% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $4.99 per kg, 82% above the world average of $2.74. This usually points to higher-grade or processed goods.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Frozen fish meat (other) imports to Saudi Arabia
Saudi Arabia imported $2.7 million of frozen fish meat (other) in 2024 (1.0 thousand tonnes). The largest suppliers were India (30%), Malaysia (19%), Thailand (15%). Among the main suppliers, Taiwan grew fastest (+317% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| India | $803K | 30% |
| Malaysia | $493K | 19% |
| Thailand | $412K | 16% |
| Vietnam | $391K | 15% |
| Taiwan | $182K | 6.8% |
| Norway | $168K | 6.3% |
| Tanzania | $111K | 4.2% |
| Poland | $85K | 3.2% |
| Japan | $19K | 0.7% |
| Spain | $1K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Saudi Arabia?
The shipment records behind Saudi Arabia frozen fish meat (other) exports (HS 0304.99): 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 0304.99: Fish meat, excluding fillets, whether or not minced: frozen, n.e.c. in item no. 0304.9.
Common questions
What is the value of frozen fish meat (other) exported by Saudi Arabia?
Saudi Arabia exported frozen fish meat (other) worth $3.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 694 tonnes. That ranks it 36th of 115 countries worldwide, with 0% of world exports. The value was up 586% on 2023.
Which countries buy frozen fish meat (other) from Saudi Arabia?
The United Arab Emirates was the largest buyer with 57% of the value ($2.0 million), followed by Qatar (32%) and Bahrain (10%). The top three together account for 99%, out of 5 buyer countries in total. The United Arab Emirates grew fastest among the top ten, up 643% on the year.
What is the average export price of frozen fish meat (other) per kg?
The average declared export value was about $4.99 per kg in 2024, 82% above the world average of $2.74 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have exports of frozen fish meat (other) from Saudi Arabia changed since 2017?
Exports went from $4.6 million in 2017 to $3.5 million in 2024, a fall of 24%. The peak was 2017 at $4.6 million. Over 8 years the average was $1.3 million a year.
Does Saudi Arabia also import frozen fish meat (other)?
Yes. Saudi Arabia imported $2.7 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from India, Malaysia and Thailand. On balance Saudi Arabia is a net exporter of this product, by about $798 thousand a year.
What is the HS code for frozen fish meat (other)?
The HS code for frozen fish meat (other) is subheading 0304.99. 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 0304 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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