Fresh Norway lobster imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
The United States imported $2.0 million of fresh norway lobster in 2024 (119 tonnes). That makes it the 7th largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 69 countries. That is 11% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 30% 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 | $2.0M | 119 t |
| 2023 | $2.3M | 137 t |
| 2022 | $1.8M | 88 t |
| 2021 | $962K | 41 t |
| 2020 | $473K | 12 t |
| 2019 | $930K | 26 t |
| 2018 | $257K | 6 t |
| 2017 | $318K | 10 t |
Where the United States imports fresh norway lobster from
Norway alone supplied 87% of it. Among the main suppliers, Australia grew fastest (+106% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Norway | $1.8M | 87% |
| Australia | $155K | 7.6% |
| Brazil | $46K | 2.2% |
| Chile | $22K | 1.1% |
| United Kingdom | $13K | 0.6% |
| Kenya | $12K | 0.6% |
| Netherlands | $9K | 0.4% |
| Hong Kong | $4K | 0.2% |
| Spain | $3K | 0.1% |
| France | $1K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $17.16 per kg, close to the world average of $17.22.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
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 0306.34: Crustaceans: live, fresh or chilled, Norway lobsters (Nephrops norvegicus), in shell or not.
Common questions
What is the value of fresh norway lobster imported by the United States?
The United States imported fresh norway lobster worth $2.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 119 tonnes. That ranks it 7th of 69 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was down 11% on 2023.
Which countries supply fresh norway lobster to the United States?
Norway was the largest supplier with 87% of the value ($1.8 million), followed by Australia (8%) and Brazil (2%). The top three together account for 97%, out of 11 supplier countries in total. The Netherlands grew fastest among the top ten, up 141% on the year.
What is the average import price of fresh norway lobster per kg?
The average declared import value was about $17.16 per kg in 2024, close to the world average of $17.22 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 norway lobster to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $318 thousand in 2017 to $2.0 million in 2024, an increase of 543%. The peak was 2023 at $2.3 million. Monthly and weekly movements since then are in EximDataX.
What is the HS code for fresh norway lobster?
The HS code for fresh norway lobster is subheading 0306.34. 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 0306 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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