Dead fish and shellfish exports from the United States: data, top buyers and prices
Exports of dead fish and shellfish by the United States reached $107.7 million in 2024 (23.6 thousand tonnes). It ranks 1st of 125 countries for exports of this product. That is 13% 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 | $107.7M | 23.6K t |
| 2023 | $94.9M | 20.1K t |
| 2022 | $112.6M | 22.1K t |
| 2021 | $100.3M | 26.0K t |
| 2020 | $94.7M | 34.0K t |
| 2019 | $99.7M | 37.6K t |
| 2018 | $118.0M | 40.9K t |
| 2017 | $119.6M | 24.9K t |
Where the United States exports dead fish and shellfish to
The largest buyer markets were Canada (22%), India (14%), Vietnam (12%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 47%. Among the main buyer markets, Thailand grew fastest (+82% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Canada | $23.6M | 22% |
| India | $14.8M | 14% |
| Vietnam | $12.4M | 12% |
| Ecuador | $6.0M | 5.5% |
| Belgium | $5.2M | 4.8% |
| Turkey | $4.9M | 4.6% |
| Thailand | $4.5M | 4.2% |
| Mexico | $3.5M | 3.2% |
| Japan | $3.2M | 3% |
| Australia | $3.2M | 3% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $4.56 per kg, 407% above the world average of $0.90. 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.
Dead fish and shellfish imports to the United States
The United States imported $100.2 million of dead fish and shellfish in 2024 (73.1 thousand tonnes). That makes it the largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 144 countries. Most of the value came from Canada (27%), Denmark (11%), Argentina (10%). Trade is spread widely: the top three suppliers together make up only 47%. Among the main suppliers, Norway grew fastest (+89% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Canada | $26.7M | 27% |
| Denmark | $10.8M | 11% |
| Argentina | $9.7M | 9.7% |
| Iceland | $6.7M | 6.7% |
| United Kingdom | $6.2M | 6.1% |
| Mexico | $4.7M | 4.7% |
| Poland | $4.6M | 4.6% |
| Netherlands | $4.3M | 4.3% |
| Norway | $3.6M | 3.6% |
| South Korea | $3.5M | 3.5% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
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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 0511.91: Animal products: of fish or crustaceans, molluscs or other aquatic invertebrates: dead animals of chapter 03, unfit for human consumption.
Common questions
What is the value of dead fish and shellfish exported by the United States?
The United States exported dead fish and shellfish worth $107.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 23.6 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 1st of 125 countries worldwide, with 11% of world exports. The value was up 13% on 2023.
Which countries buy dead fish and shellfish from the United States?
Canada was the largest buyer with 22% of the value ($23.6 million), followed by India (14%) and Vietnam (12%). The top three together account for 47%, out of 85 buyer countries in total. Thailand grew fastest among the top ten, up 82% on the year.
What is the average export price of dead fish and shellfish per kg?
The average declared export value was about $4.56 per kg in 2024, 407% above the world average of $0.90 per kg. It is total declared value divided by total weight, so it blends every grade and size; use it as a benchmark, not a quote. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
How have exports of dead fish and shellfish from the United States changed since 2017?
Exports went from $119.6 million in 2017 to $107.7 million in 2024, a fall of 10%. The peak was 2017 at $119.6 million. Monthly and weekly movements since then are in EximDataX.
Does the United States also import dead fish and shellfish?
Yes. The United States imported $100.2 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Canada, Denmark and Argentina. That compares with exports of $107.7 million in the same year.
What is the HS code for dead fish and shellfish?
The HS code for dead fish and shellfish is subheading 0511.91. It sits in HS chapter 05 (animal originated products; not elsewhere specified or included). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 0511 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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