Dried salted demersal (other) imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of dried salted demersal (other) by the United States reached $7.1 million in 2024 (1.0 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 8th largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 113 countries. That is 19% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 33% a year on average.
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 | $7.1M | 1.0K t |
| 2023 | $5.9M | 820 t |
| 2022 | $6.3M | 940 t |
| 2021 | $2.8M | 467 t |
| 2020 | $3.0M | 474 t |
| 2019 | $2.2M | 432 t |
| 2018 | $1.2M | 191 t |
| 2017 | $970K | 220 t |
Where the United States imports dried salted demersal (other) from
The largest suppliers were Canada (47%), Norway (29%), South Korea (15%). Among the main suppliers, Norway grew fastest (+54% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Canada | $3.4M | 47% |
| Norway | $2.0M | 29% |
| South Korea | $1.0M | 15% |
| China | $185K | 2.6% |
| Portugal | $151K | 2.1% |
| Ghana | $151K | 2.1% |
| Iceland | $85K | 1.2% |
| Brazil | $25K | 0.4% |
| Philippines | $17K | 0.2% |
| Tanzania | $15K | 0.2% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $6.88 per kg, 35% above the world average of $5.10. 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.
Dried salted demersal (other) exports from the United States
Exports of dried salted demersal (other) by the United States reached $2.8 million in 2024 (188 tonnes). That makes it the 7th largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 63 countries. South Korea alone took 97% of it.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Korea | $2.8M | 97% |
| Montserrat | $79K | 2.8% |
| Bahamas | $1K | 0% |
| Sweden | $0K | 0% |
| France | $0K | 0% |
| Indonesia | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
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Updated weekly on EximDataX (some markets daily), while public statistics stop at 2024.
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 0305.53: Fish: dried, whether or not salted but not smoked, fish of the families Bregmacerotidae, Euclichthyidae, Gadidae, Macrouridae, Melanonidae, Merlucciidae, Moridae and Muraenolepididae, other than cod.
Common questions
What is the value of dried salted demersal (other) imported by the United States?
The United States imported dried salted demersal (other) worth $7.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.0 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 8th of 113 countries worldwide, with 2% of world imports. The value was up 19% on 2023.
Which countries supply dried salted demersal (other) to the United States?
Canada was the largest supplier with 47% of the value ($3.4 million), followed by Norway (29%) and South Korea (15%). The top three together account for 91%, out of 15 supplier countries in total. Ghana grew fastest among the top ten, up 413% on the year.
What is the average import price of dried salted demersal (other) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $6.88 per kg in 2024, 35% above the world average of $5.10 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 salted demersal (other) to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $970 thousand in 2017 to $7.1 million in 2024, an increase of 629%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Monthly and weekly movements since then are in EximDataX.
Does the United States also export dried salted demersal (other)?
Yes. The United States exported $2.8 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to South Korea, Montserrat and the Bahamas. On balance the United States is a net importer of this product, by about $4.2 million a year.
What is the HS code for dried salted demersal (other)?
The HS code for dried salted demersal (other) is subheading 0305.53. 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 0305 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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