Frozen squid and cuttlefish imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United Kingdom imported frozen squid and cuttlefish worth $41.5 million (7.9 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. That is 31% 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 .
Imports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $41.5M | 7.9K t |
| 2023 | $31.6M | 6.0K t |
| 2022 | $47.3M | 8.6K t |
| 2021 | $38.8M | 7.7K t |
| 2020 | $30.1M | 6.0K t |
| 2019 | $41.4M | 20.3K t |
| 2018 | $36.8M | 6.9K t |
| 2017 | $46.0M | 8.6K t |
Where the United Kingdom imports frozen squid and cuttlefish from
China alone supplied 57% of it. Among the main suppliers, South Africa grew fastest (+613% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $23.6M | 57% |
| Thailand | $4.7M | 11% |
| India | $3.6M | 8.8% |
| United States | $2.4M | 5.8% |
| Taiwan | $1.3M | 3.2% |
| South Africa | $1.2M | 3% |
| Spain | $1.1M | 2.8% |
| Vietnam | $857K | 2.1% |
| Indonesia | $427K | 1% |
| Falkland Isds (Malvinas) | $385K | 0.9% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $5.27 per kg, 31% above the world average of $4.02. 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 squid and cuttlefish exports from the United Kingdom
Exports of frozen squid and cuttlefish by the United Kingdom reached $21.1 million in 2024 (3.8 thousand tonnes). The largest buyer markets were France (49%), Italy (26%), Spain (12%).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| France | $10.4M | 49% |
| Italy | $5.5M | 26% |
| Spain | $2.6M | 12% |
| Cyprus | $1.3M | 6% |
| Morocco | $436K | 2.1% |
| Croatia | $254K | 1.2% |
| Germany | $173K | 0.8% |
| Tunisia | $135K | 0.6% |
| China | $109K | 0.5% |
| Netherlands | $48K | 0.2% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom 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 the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported frozen squid and cuttlefish worth $41.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 7.9 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 23rd of 206 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 31% on 2023.
Which countries supply frozen squid and cuttlefish to the United Kingdom?
China was the largest supplier with 57% of the value ($23.6 million), followed by Thailand (11%) and India (9%). The top three together account for 77%, out of 38 supplier countries in total. Indonesia grew fastest among the top ten, up 894% on the year.
What is the average import price of frozen squid and cuttlefish per kg?
The average declared import value was about $5.27 per kg in 2024, 31% above the world average of $4.02 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of frozen squid and cuttlefish to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $46.0 million in 2017 to $41.5 million in 2024, a fall of 10%. The peak was 2022 at $47.3 million. Over 8 years the average was $39.2 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export frozen squid and cuttlefish?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $21.1 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to France, Italy and Spain. On balance the United Kingdom is a net importer of this product, by about $20.3 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?
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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