Dried abalone imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
The United States imported $3.4 million of dried abalone in 2024 (55 tonnes). That makes it the 3rd largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 35 countries. That is 55% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 5% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2021, at $9.2 million.
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 | $3.4M | 55 t |
| 2023 | $2.2M | 60 t |
| 2022 | $4.5M | 100 t |
| 2021 | $9.2M | 89 t |
| 2020 | $1.8M | 41 t |
| 2019 | $2.9M | 60 t |
| 2018 | $4.9M | 90 t |
| 2017 | $5.1M | 200 t |
Where the United States imports dried abalone from
Hong Kong alone supplied 52% of it. Among the main suppliers, Japan grew fastest (+422% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Hong Kong | $1.8M | 52% |
| China | $433K | 13% |
| South Africa | $288K | 8.4% |
| Australia | $286K | 8.4% |
| Japan | $201K | 5.9% |
| Vietnam | $173K | 5.1% |
| Chile | $154K | 4.5% |
| South Korea | $54K | 1.6% |
| Singapore | $37K | 1.1% |
| Mexico | $13K | 0.4% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $62.38 per kg, 26% below the world average of $84.45, which often means bulk or lower-grade product.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Dried abalone exports from the United States
In 2024, the United States exported dried abalone worth $945 thousand (64 tonnes). That makes it the 10th largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 36 countries. One buyer market dominates: Taiwan accounted for 53% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Hong Kong grew fastest (+389% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Taiwan | $498K | 53% |
| Hong Kong | $145K | 15% |
| Singapore | $139K | 15% |
| South Africa | $127K | 14% |
| Mexico | $14K | 1.5% |
| Uruguay | $14K | 1.4% |
| Bermuda | $7K | 0.8% |
| Canada | $2K | 0.2% |
| Bahamas | $0K | 0% |
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 0307.87: Molluscs: abalone (Haliotis spp.), whether in shell or not, dried, salted, in brine, or smoked, cooked or not before or during the smoking process.
Common questions
What is the value of dried abalone imported by the United States?
The United States imported dried abalone worth $3.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 55 tonnes. That ranks it 3rd of 35 countries worldwide, with 4% of world imports. The value was up 55% on 2023.
Which countries supply dried abalone to the United States?
Hong Kong was the largest supplier with 52% of the value ($1.8 million), followed by China (13%) and South Africa (8%). The top three together account for 73%, out of 11 supplier countries in total. South Korea grew fastest among the top ten, up 953% on the year.
What is the average import price of dried abalone per kg?
The average declared import value was about $62.38 per kg in 2024, 26% below the world average of $84.45 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 imports of dried abalone to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $5.1 million in 2017 to $3.4 million in 2024, a fall of 33%. The peak was 2021 at $9.2 million. Monthly and weekly movements since then are in EximDataX.
Does the United States also export dried abalone?
Yes. The United States exported $945 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Taiwan, Hong Kong and Singapore. On balance the United States is a net importer of this product, by about $2.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for dried abalone?
The HS code for dried abalone is subheading 0307.87. 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?
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