Prepared crustaceans (other) imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
The United Kingdom imported $8.9 million of prepared crustaceans (other) in 2024 (819 tonnes). That makes it the 7th largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 129 countries. That is 10% 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 | $8.9M | 819 t |
| 2023 | $8.1M | 670 t |
| 2022 | $7.1M | 672 t |
| 2021 | $3.7M | 334 t |
| 2020 | $4.5M | 376 t |
| 2019 | $5.9M | 420 t |
| 2018 | $9.6M | 810 t |
| 2017 | $9.3M | 742 t |
Where the United Kingdom imports prepared crustaceans (other) from
China alone supplied 73% of it. Among the main suppliers, Germany grew fastest (+50% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $6.5M | 73% |
| Spain | $677K | 7.6% |
| Denmark | $395K | 4.4% |
| France | $390K | 4.4% |
| Germany | $341K | 3.8% |
| Egypt | $262K | 2.9% |
| Netherlands | $166K | 1.9% |
| Peru | $86K | 1% |
| Thailand | $17K | 0.2% |
| Greenland | $16K | 0.2% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $10.91 per kg, 28% above the world average of $8.52. 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.
Prepared crustaceans (other) exports from the United Kingdom
In 2024, the United Kingdom exported prepared crustaceans (other) worth $2.0 million (172 tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. Most of it went to Ireland (40%), Netherlands (32%), Slovenia (13%). Among the main buyer markets, Netherlands grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Ireland | $802K | 41% |
| Netherlands | $643K | 33% |
| Slovenia | $256K | 13% |
| France | $73K | 3.7% |
| Spain | $62K | 3.1% |
| United Arab Emirates | $43K | 2.2% |
| Greece | $21K | 1.1% |
| Germany | $20K | 1% |
| Czech Republic | $11K | 0.6% |
| Cyprus | $10K | 0.5% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom prepared crustaceans (other) imports (HS 1605.40): 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 1605.40: Crustacean preparations: other than crab, shrimps, prawns, and lobsters, prepared or preserved.
Common questions
What is the value of prepared crustaceans (other) imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported prepared crustaceans (other) worth $8.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 819 tonnes. That ranks it 7th of 129 countries worldwide, with 4% of world imports. The value was up 10% on 2023.
Which countries supply prepared crustaceans (other) to the United Kingdom?
China was the largest supplier with 73% of the value ($6.5 million), followed by Spain (8%) and Denmark (4%). The top three together account for 85%, out of 18 supplier countries in total. Germany grew fastest among the top ten, up 50% on the year.
What is the average import price of prepared crustaceans (other) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $10.91 per kg in 2024, 28% above the world average of $8.52 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of prepared crustaceans (other) to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $9.3 million in 2017 to $8.9 million in 2024, a fall of 4%. The peak was 2018 at $9.6 million. Over 8 years the average was $7.2 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export prepared crustaceans (other)?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $2.0 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Ireland, the Netherlands and Slovenia. On balance the United Kingdom is a net importer of this product, by about $7.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for prepared crustaceans (other)?
The HS code for prepared crustaceans (other) is subheading 1605.40. 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.
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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