Fresh Norway lobster exports from the United Kingdom: data, top buyers and prices
In 2024, the United Kingdom exported fresh norway lobster worth $66.1 million (4.0 thousand tonnes). It ranks 1st of 43 countries for exports of this product. That is 6% more than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable.
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 | $66.1M | 4.0K t |
| 2023 | $62.6M | 4.0K t |
| 2022 | $65.4M | 4.5K t |
| 2021 | $75.9M | 5.8K t |
| 2020 | $51.1M | 4.3K t |
| 2019 | $54.4M | 4.2K t |
| 2018 | $49.8M | 3.1K t |
| 2017 | $54.8M | 3.7K t |
Where the United Kingdom exports fresh norway lobster to
France alone took 92% of it. Among the main buyer markets, Spain grew fastest (+38% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| France | $60.7M | 92% |
| Spain | $4.2M | 6.3% |
| Ireland | $902K | 1.4% |
| Hong Kong | $114K | 0.2% |
| Croatia | $48K | 0.1% |
| Iceland | $44K | 0.1% |
| Belgium | $36K | 0.1% |
| Luxembourg | $29K | 0% |
| China | $24K | 0% |
| Portugal | $18K | 0% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $16.48 per kg, close to the world average of $17.22.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Fresh Norway lobster imports to the United Kingdom
The United Kingdom imported $2.0 million of fresh norway lobster in 2024 (237 tonnes). That makes it the 8th largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 69 countries. Ireland alone supplied 89% of it.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Ireland | $1.8M | 89% |
| Denmark | $93K | 4.7% |
| Netherlands | $78K | 3.9% |
| Norway | $33K | 1.7% |
| France | $18K | 0.9% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom fresh norway lobster exports (HS 0306.34): 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 0306.34: Crustaceans: live, fresh or chilled, Norway lobsters (Nephrops norvegicus), in shell or not.
Common questions
What is the value of fresh norway lobster exported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom exported fresh norway lobster worth $66.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 4.0 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 1st of 43 countries worldwide, with 48% of world exports. The value was up 6% on 2023.
Which countries buy fresh norway lobster from the United Kingdom?
France was the largest buyer with 92% of the value ($60.7 million), followed by Spain (6%) and Ireland (1%). The top three together account for 99%, out of 24 buyer countries in total. Croatia grew fastest among the top ten, up 230% on the year.
What is the average export price of fresh norway lobster per kg?
The average declared export value was about $16.48 per kg in 2024, close to the world average of $17.22 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have exports of fresh norway lobster from the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Exports went from $54.8 million in 2017 to $66.1 million in 2024, an increase of 21%. The peak was 2021 at $75.9 million. Over 8 years the average was $60.0 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also import fresh norway lobster?
Yes. The United Kingdom imported $2.0 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Ireland, Denmark and the Netherlands. On balance the United Kingdom is a net exporter of this product, by about $64.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for fresh norway lobster?
The HS code for fresh norway lobster is subheading 0306.34. 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.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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