Fresh shrimp imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United Kingdom imported fresh shrimp worth $7.4 million (650 tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. That is close to the 2023 level. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 9% a year on average.
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 | $7.4M | 650 t |
| 2023 | $7.5M | 633 t |
| 2022 | $6.6M | 506 t |
| 2021 | $3.8M | 185 t |
| 2020 | $2.5M | 137 t |
| 2019 | $4.1M | 250 t |
| 2018 | $3.5M | 171 t |
| 2017 | $4.0M | 216 t |
Where the United Kingdom imports fresh shrimp from
Most of the value came from France (35%), Ecuador (33%), Singapore (11%). Among the main suppliers, Ireland grew fastest (+42% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| France | $2.6M | 35% |
| Ecuador | $2.4M | 33% |
| Singapore | $792K | 11% |
| Netherlands | $671K | 9.1% |
| Ireland | $330K | 4.5% |
| Vietnam | $129K | 1.8% |
| Sri Lanka | $99K | 1.3% |
| Taiwan | $89K | 1.2% |
| Indonesia | $82K | 1.1% |
| Suriname | $54K | 0.7% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $11.32 per kg, 54% above the world average of $7.35. 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.
Fresh shrimp exports from the United Kingdom
Exports of fresh shrimp by the United Kingdom reached $1.9 million in 2024 (51 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: France accounted for 50% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Netherlands grew fastest (+177% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| France | $950K | 50% |
| Spain | $768K | 41% |
| Ireland | $106K | 5.6% |
| Netherlands | $54K | 2.9% |
| Hong Kong | $3K | 0.2% |
| Luxembourg | $2K | 0.1% |
| Portugal | $1K | 0% |
| Singapore | $0K | 0% |
| Bermuda | $0K | 0% |
| Ecuador | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom fresh shrimp imports (HS 0306.36): 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 0306.36: Crustaceans: live, fresh or chilled, shrimps and prawns excluding cold-water varieties, in shell or not.
Common questions
What is the value of fresh shrimp imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported fresh shrimp worth $7.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 650 tonnes. That ranks it 15th of 153 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was down 2% on 2023.
Which countries supply fresh shrimp to the United Kingdom?
France was the largest supplier with 35% of the value ($2.6 million), followed by Ecuador (33%) and Singapore (11%). The top three together account for 79%, out of 21 supplier countries in total. Vietnam grew fastest among the top ten, up 269% on the year.
What is the average import price of fresh shrimp per kg?
The average declared import value was about $11.32 per kg in 2024, 54% above the world average of $7.35 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of fresh shrimp to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $4.0 million in 2017 to $7.4 million in 2024, an increase of 85%. The peak was 2023 at $7.5 million. Over 8 years the average was $4.9 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export fresh shrimp?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $1.9 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to France, Spain and Ireland. On balance the United Kingdom is a net importer of this product, by about $5.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for fresh shrimp?
The HS code for fresh shrimp is subheading 0306.36. 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?
The totals here are public statistics; the company-level detail sits in EximDataX, which has a direct customs feed for the United Kingdom. Tell us your product to see it live.
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