Fresh mussels imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United States imported fresh mussels worth $34.0 million (10.6 thousand tonnes). It ranks 5th of 120 countries for imports of this product. Value fell 13% from 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 | $34.0M | 10.6K t |
| 2023 | $38.9M | 11.7K t |
| 2022 | $38.6M | 12.7K t |
| 2021 | $38.5M | 12.8K t |
| 2020 | $28.0M | 9.4K t |
| 2019 | $36.9M | 13.2K t |
| 2018 | $37.0M | 13.0K t |
| 2017 | $37.6M | 13.3K t |
Where the United States imports fresh mussels from
One supplier dominates: Canada accounted for 92% of the value.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Canada | $31.4M | 93% |
| New Zealand | $1.6M | 4.8% |
| Mexico | $500K | 1.5% |
| Chile | $372K | 1.1% |
| Italy | $42K | 0.1% |
| Ecuador | $15K | 0% |
| Portugal | $6K | 0% |
| Netherlands | $6K | 0% |
| Brazil | $0K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $3.21 per kg, 53% above the world average of $2.10. 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.
Fresh mussels exports from the United States
Exports of fresh mussels by the United States reached $1.2 million in 2024 (168 tonnes). Most of it went to Canada (33%), Germany (31%), Bahamas (10%). Among the main buyer markets, Mexico grew fastest (+419% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Canada | $389K | 33% |
| Germany | $374K | 32% |
| Bahamas | $117K | 9.8% |
| Cayman Isds | $93K | 7.9% |
| Mexico | $64K | 5.4% |
| Bermuda | $51K | 4.3% |
| Guatemala | $48K | 4% |
| Czech Republic | $18K | 1.5% |
| Thailand | $18K | 1.5% |
| Malaysia | $7K | 0.6% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
Public statistics stop at country totals and the last published year. EximDataX shows the shipment records underneath: the companies, dates, quantities and declared values, updated weekly.
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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 0307.31: Molluscs: mussels (Mytilus spp., Perna spp.), whether in shell or not, live, fresh or chilled.
Common questions
What is the value of fresh mussels imported by the United States?
The United States imported fresh mussels worth $34.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 10.6 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 5th of 120 countries worldwide, with 10% of world imports. The value was down 13% on 2023.
Which countries supply fresh mussels to the United States?
Canada was the largest supplier with 92% of the value ($31.4 million), followed by New Zealand (5%) and Mexico (1%). The top three together account for 99%, out of 9 supplier countries in total. Mexico grew fastest among the top ten, up 112% on the year.
What is the average import price of fresh mussels per kg?
The average declared import value was about $3.21 per kg in 2024, 53% above the world average of $2.10 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 fresh mussels to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $37.6 million in 2017 to $34.0 million in 2024, a fall of 10%. The peak was 2023 at $38.9 million. Monthly and weekly movements since then are in EximDataX.
Does the United States also export fresh mussels?
Yes. The United States exported $1.2 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Canada, Germany and the Bahamas. On balance the United States is a net importer of this product, by about $32.8 million a year.
What is the HS code for fresh mussels?
The HS code for fresh mussels is subheading 0307.31. 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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