Frozen squid and cuttlefish imports in Turkey: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of frozen squid and cuttlefish by Turkey reached $12.1 million in 2024 (2.6 thousand tonnes). That is 37% less than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2022, at $31.3 million.
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 | $12.1M | 2.6K t |
| 2023 | $19.3M | 3.5K t |
| 2022 | $31.3M | 5.3K t |
| 2021 | $18.1M | 2.9K t |
| 2020 | $8.8M | 1.9K t |
| 2019 | $11.9M | 3.2K t |
| 2018 | $12.2M | 3.2K t |
| 2017 | $12.7M | 3.3K t |
Where Turkey imports frozen squid and cuttlefish from
Malaysia alone supplied 92% of it.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Malaysia | $11.2M | 92% |
| China | $225K | 1.9% |
| Portugal | $124K | 1% |
| United States | $108K | 0.9% |
| Taiwan | $101K | 0.8% |
| India | $79K | 0.7% |
| Chile | $78K | 0.6% |
| Netherlands | $68K | 0.6% |
| Spain | $45K | 0.4% |
| Germany | $43K | 0.4% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $4.74 per kg, close to the world average of $4.02.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Frozen squid and cuttlefish exports from Turkey
In 2024, Turkey exported frozen squid and cuttlefish worth $3.7 million (771 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Greece accounted for 53% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Malaysia grew fastest (+921% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Greece | $1.9M | 53% |
| Malaysia | $859K | 24% |
| Italy | $498K | 14% |
| Belgium | $94K | 2.6% |
| Iraq | $36K | 1% |
| Liberia | $34K | 0.9% |
| Spain | $31K | 0.9% |
| Panama | $27K | 0.7% |
| Cyprus | $22K | 0.6% |
| Malta | $18K | 0.5% |
Who is behind these numbers in Turkey?
The shipment records behind Turkey frozen squid and cuttlefish imports (HS 0307.43): 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 0307.43: Molluscs: cuttle fish and squid, whether in shell or not, includes flours, meals, and pellets of molluscs, fit for human consumption, frozen.
Common questions
What is the value of frozen squid and cuttlefish imported by Turkey?
Turkey imported frozen squid and cuttlefish worth $12.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2.6 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 34th of 206 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 37% on 2023.
Which countries supply frozen squid and cuttlefish to Turkey?
Malaysia was the largest supplier with 92% of the value ($11.2 million), followed by China (2%) and Portugal (1%). The top three together account for 95%, out of 17 supplier countries in total. India grew fastest among the top ten, up 272% on the year.
What is the average import price of frozen squid and cuttlefish per kg?
The average declared import value was about $4.74 per kg in 2024, 18% above the world average of $4.02 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of frozen squid and cuttlefish to Turkey changed since 2017?
Imports went from $12.7 million in 2017 to $12.1 million in 2024, a fall of 4%. The peak was 2022 at $31.3 million. Over 8 years the average was $15.8 million a year.
Does Turkey also export frozen squid and cuttlefish?
Yes. Turkey exported $3.7 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Greece, Malaysia and Italy. On balance Turkey is a net importer of this product, by about $8.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for frozen squid and cuttlefish?
The HS code for frozen squid and cuttlefish is subheading 0307.43. 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 0307 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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