Frozen scallops imports in the United Arab Emirates: data, top suppliers and prices
The United Arab Emirates imported $3.3 million of frozen scallops in 2024 (190 tonnes). Value rose 131% on 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable.
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 | $3.3M | 190 t |
| 2023 | $1.4M | 101 t |
| 2022 | $3.2M | 139 t |
| 2021 | $761K | 38 t |
| 2020 | $641K | 38 t |
| 2019 | $1.8M | 110 t |
| 2018 | $1.7M | 137 t |
| 2017 | $2.2M | 120 t |
Where the United Arab Emirates imports frozen scallops from
Most of the value came from China (37%), Japan (36%), Netherlands (10%). Among the main suppliers, United States grew fastest (+557% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $1.2M | 37% |
| Japan | $1.2M | 36% |
| Netherlands | $322K | 9.6% |
| Thailand | $227K | 6.8% |
| United States | $164K | 4.9% |
| France | $112K | 3.4% |
| Singapore | $50K | 1.5% |
| Taiwan | $38K | 1.1% |
| Spain | $9K | 0.3% |
| Egypt | $0K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $17.64 per kg, 82% above the world average of $9.68. 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 scallops exports from the United Arab Emirates
The United Arab Emirates exported $226 thousand of frozen scallops in 2024 (30 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Seychelles (49%), Qatar (24%), Maldives (17%).
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The shipment records behind United Arab Emirates frozen scallops imports (HS 0307.22): 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 0307.22: Molluscs: scallops, whether in shell or not, including queen scallops of the genera Pecten, Chlamys or Placopecten, frozen.
Common questions
What is the value of frozen scallops imported by the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates imported frozen scallops worth $3.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 190 tonnes. That ranks it 29th of 178 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 131% on 2023.
Which countries supply frozen scallops to the United Arab Emirates?
China was the largest supplier with 37% of the value ($1.2 million), followed by Japan (36%) and the Netherlands (10%). The top three together account for 82%, out of 10 supplier countries in total. The United States grew fastest among the top ten, up 557% on the year.
What is the average import price of frozen scallops per kg?
The average declared import value was about $17.64 per kg in 2024, 82% above the world average of $9.68 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of frozen scallops to the United Arab Emirates changed since 2017?
Imports went from $2.2 million in 2017 to $3.3 million in 2024, an increase of 55%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $1.9 million a year.
Does the United Arab Emirates also export frozen scallops?
Yes. The United Arab Emirates exported $226 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the Seychelles, Qatar and the Maldives. On balance the United Arab Emirates is a net importer of this product, by about $3.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for frozen scallops?
The HS code for frozen scallops is subheading 0307.22. 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.
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