Prepared crustaceans and molluscs exports from Tunisia: data, top buyers and prices
Exports of prepared crustaceans and molluscs by Tunisia reached $8.5 million in 2024 (645 tonnes). That is 128% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 65% 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 | $8.5M | 645 t |
| 2023 | $3.7M | 348 t |
| 2022 | $2.0M | 190 t |
| 2021 | $1.3M | 263 t |
| 2020 | $291K | 36 t |
| 2019 | $477K | 43 t |
| 2018 | $1.2M | 172 t |
| 2017 | $252K | 31 t |
Where Tunisia exports prepared crustaceans and molluscs to
One buyer market dominates: Spain accounted for 51% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Spain grew fastest (+142% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Spain | $4.3M | 51% |
| United States | $2.5M | 29% |
| United Kingdom | $1.1M | 13% |
| France | $241K | 2.8% |
| Australia | $191K | 2.2% |
| Indonesia | $112K | 1.3% |
| Italy | $62K | 0.7% |
| Netherlands | $22K | 0.3% |
| Canada | $10K | 0.1% |
| Qatar | $6K | 0.1% |
Product types under HS 1605
| 1605.10 | Prepared crab | 49% |
| 1605.29 | Prepared shrimp (canned) | 48% |
| 1605.54 | Prepared squid | 3.2% |
| 1605.55 | Prepared octopus | 0.1% |
| 1605.21 | Prepared shrimp (non-canned) | 0% |
| 1605.69 | Aquatic invertebrates: other than crustaceans, molluscs, sea cucumbers, sea urchins, and jellyfish, prepared or preserved | 0% |
| 1605.53 | Prepared mussels | 0% |
| 1605.62 | Aquatic invertebrates: sea urchins, prepared or preserved | 0% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 1605.
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $13.23 per kg, 62% above the world average of $8.17. 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.
Prepared crustaceans and molluscs imports to Tunisia
In 2024, Tunisia imported prepared crustaceans and molluscs worth $480 thousand (141 tonnes). The largest suppliers were China (48%), Spain (23%), Peru (15%).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $230K | 48% |
| Spain | $112K | 23% |
| Peru | $73K | 15% |
| United Arab Emirates | $64K | 13% |
| South Korea | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Tunisia?
The shipment records behind Tunisia prepared crustaceans and molluscs exports (HS 1605): 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 1605: Crustaceans, molluscs and other aquatic invertebrates, prepared or preserved.
Common questions
What is the value of prepared crustaceans and molluscs exported by Tunisia?
Tunisia exported prepared crustaceans and molluscs worth $8.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 645 tonnes. That ranks it 57th of 155 countries worldwide, with 0% of world exports. The value was up 128% on 2023.
Which countries buy prepared crustaceans and molluscs from Tunisia?
Spain was the largest buyer with 51% of the value ($4.3 million), followed by the United States (29%) and the United Kingdom (12%). The top three together account for 92%, out of 15 buyer countries in total. Indonesia grew fastest among the top ten, up 224% on the year.
What is the average export price of prepared crustaceans and molluscs per kg?
The average declared export value was about $13.23 per kg in 2024, 62% above the world average of $8.17 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have exports of prepared crustaceans and molluscs from Tunisia changed since 2017?
Exports went from $252 thousand in 2017 to $8.5 million in 2024. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $2.2 million a year.
Does Tunisia also import prepared crustaceans and molluscs?
Yes. Tunisia imported $480 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly from China, Spain and Peru. On balance Tunisia is a net exporter of this product, by about $8.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for prepared crustaceans and molluscs?
The HS code for prepared crustaceans and molluscs is heading 1605. In Tunisia the largest six-digit codes were 1605.10 (49% of the value) and 1605.29 (48%).
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