Fresh scallops imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
The United States imported $85.7 million of fresh scallops in 2024 (3.2 thousand tonnes). It ranks 1st of 118 countries for imports of this product. That is close to the 2023 level. 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 | $85.7M | 3.2K t |
| 2023 | $83.9M | 3.1K t |
| 2022 | $74.7M | 3.2K t |
| 2021 | $67.6M | 3.4K t |
| 2020 | $43.3M | 2.1K t |
| 2019 | $54.2M | 3.0K t |
| 2018 | $56.3M | 3.8K t |
| 2017 | $50.8M | 2.3K t |
Where the United States imports fresh scallops from
One supplier dominates: Canada accounted for 97% of the value.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Canada | $82.8M | 97% |
| Indonesia | $1.7M | 2% |
| Japan | $348K | 0.4% |
| Peru | $321K | 0.4% |
| United Kingdom | $290K | 0.3% |
| Mexico | $118K | 0.1% |
| Iceland | $96K | 0.1% |
| Ecuador | $46K | 0.1% |
| Norway | $1K | 0% |
| India | $0K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $26.54 per kg, 150% above the world average of $10.63. 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 scallops exports from the United States
Exports of fresh scallops by the United States reached $12.3 million in 2024 (492 tonnes). That makes it the 5th largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 66 countries. Canada alone took 60% of it. Among the main buyer markets, France grew fastest (+104% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Canada | $7.4M | 60% |
| Germany | $1.7M | 14% |
| France | $763K | 6.2% |
| Switzerland | $705K | 5.7% |
| Hong Kong | $356K | 2.9% |
| Netherlands | $354K | 2.9% |
| Cayman Isds | $253K | 2.1% |
| Spain | $217K | 1.8% |
| Dominican Republic | $209K | 1.7% |
| Sweden | $69K | 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 0307.21: Molluscs: scallops, whether in shell or not, including queen scallops, of the genera Pecten, Chlamys or Placopecten, live, fresh or chilled.
Common questions
What is the value of fresh scallops imported by the United States?
The United States imported fresh scallops worth $85.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 3.2 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 1st of 118 countries worldwide, with 28% of world imports. The value was up 2% on 2023.
Which countries supply fresh scallops to the United States?
Canada was the largest supplier with 97% of the value ($82.8 million), followed by Indonesia (2%) and Japan (0%). The top three together account for 99%, out of 10 supplier countries in total. Peru grew fastest among the top ten, up 932% on the year.
What is the average import price of fresh scallops per kg?
The average declared import value was about $26.54 per kg in 2024, 150% above the world average of $10.63 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 scallops to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $50.8 million in 2017 to $85.7 million in 2024, an increase of 68%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Monthly and weekly movements since then are in EximDataX.
Does the United States also export fresh scallops?
Yes. The United States exported $12.3 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Canada, Germany and France. On balance the United States is a net importer of this product, by about $73.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for fresh scallops?
The HS code for fresh scallops is subheading 0307.21. 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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