Mollusc preparations (other) exports from the United Kingdom: data, top buyers and prices
In 2024, the United Kingdom exported mollusc preparations (other) worth $34.2 million (3.1 thousand tonnes). That makes it the largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 78 countries. Value rose 19% on 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2017, at $45.0 million.
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 | $34.2M | 3.1K t |
| 2023 | $28.8M | 3.1K t |
| 2022 | $35.2M | 4.1K t |
| 2021 | $42.2M | 4.1K t |
| 2020 | $44.3M | 4.5K t |
| 2019 | $42.3M | 4.3K t |
| 2018 | $40.3M | 3.9K t |
| 2017 | $45.0M | 4.8K t |
Where the United Kingdom exports mollusc preparations (other) to
One buyer market dominates: South Korea accounted for 84% of the value.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Korea | $28.8M | 84% |
| France | $1.6M | 4.5% |
| Japan | $1.2M | 3.6% |
| Netherlands | $1.2M | 3.4% |
| China | $540K | 1.6% |
| United States | $347K | 1% |
| Spain | $178K | 0.5% |
| Taiwan | $158K | 0.5% |
| Hong Kong | $149K | 0.4% |
| Ireland | $73K | 0.2% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $11.16 per kg, 38% above the world average of $8.06. 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.
Mollusc preparations (other) imports to the United Kingdom
The United Kingdom imported $1.4 million of mollusc preparations (other) in 2024 (111 tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. One supplier dominates: Italy accounted for 60% of the value. Among the main suppliers, France grew fastest (+100% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Italy | $861K | 60% |
| Spain | $299K | 21% |
| France | $86K | 6% |
| Belgium | $60K | 4.1% |
| South Korea | $43K | 3% |
| Peru | $21K | 1.4% |
| Bulgaria | $16K | 1.1% |
| India | $13K | 0.9% |
| Madagascar | $9K | 0.6% |
| Greece | $9K | 0.6% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom mollusc preparations (other) exports (HS 1605.59): 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 1605.59: Mollusc preparations: n.e.c. in item no. 1605.5, preparations such as pastes, sausages, prepared meals and the like.
Common questions
What is the value of mollusc preparations (other) exported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom exported mollusc preparations (other) worth $34.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 3.1 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 1st of 78 countries worldwide, with 17% of world exports. The value was up 19% on 2023.
Which countries buy mollusc preparations (other) from the United Kingdom?
South Korea was the largest buyer with 84% of the value ($28.8 million), followed by France (5%) and Japan (4%). The top three together account for 92%, out of 19 buyer countries in total. The United States grew fastest among the top ten, up 312% on the year.
What is the average export price of mollusc preparations (other) per kg?
The average declared export value was about $11.16 per kg in 2024, 38% above the world average of $8.06 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have exports of mollusc preparations (other) from the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Exports went from $45.0 million in 2017 to $34.2 million in 2024, a fall of 24%. The peak was 2017 at $45.0 million. Over 8 years the average was $39.0 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also import mollusc preparations (other)?
Yes. The United Kingdom imported $1.4 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Italy, Spain and France. On balance the United Kingdom is a net exporter of this product, by about $32.8 million a year.
What is the HS code for mollusc preparations (other)?
The HS code for mollusc preparations (other) is subheading 1605.59. It sits in HS chapter 16 (meat, fish, crustaceans, molluscs or other aquatic invertebrates, or insects; preparations thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 1605 page.
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