Frozen carp imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United States imported frozen carp worth $9.3 million (2.8 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 2nd largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 89 countries. That is 705% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 56% 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 | $9.3M | 2.8K t |
| 2023 | $1.2M | 2.0K t |
| 2022 | $3.6M | 1.2K t |
| 2021 | $1.8M | 713 t |
| 2020 | $816K | 243 t |
| 2019 | $1.0M | 319 t |
| 2018 | $1.6M | 502 t |
| 2017 | $420K | 137 t |
Where the United States imports frozen carp from
Myanmar alone supplied 90% of it. Among the main suppliers, Myanmar grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Myanmar | $8.4M | 90% |
| Vietnam | $245K | 2.6% |
| Bangladesh | $228K | 2.4% |
| China | $190K | 2% |
| Thailand | $177K | 1.9% |
| Costa Rica | $50K | 0.5% |
| Taiwan | $49K | 0.5% |
| India | $8K | 0.1% |
| Germany | $1K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $3.34 per kg, 101% above the world average of $1.66. 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.
Frozen carp exports from the United States
Exports of frozen carp by the United States reached $569 thousand in 2024 (226 tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. Israel alone took 75% of it. Among the main buyer markets, Israel grew fastest (+72% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Israel | $429K | 75% |
| Canada | $59K | 10% |
| Dominican Republic | $40K | 7.1% |
| Romania | $33K | 5.9% |
| China | $4K | 0.7% |
| Saint Maarten | $3K | 0.5% |
| Singapore | $0K | 0.1% |
| Cote d'Ivoire | $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 0303.25: Fish: frozen, carp (as specified by the WCO), excluding fillets, fish meat of 0304, and edible fish offal of subheadings 0303.91 to 0303.99.
Common questions
What is the value of frozen carp imported by the United States?
The United States imported frozen carp worth $9.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2.8 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 2nd of 89 countries worldwide, with 15% of world imports. The value was up 705% on 2023.
Which countries supply frozen carp to the United States?
Myanmar was the largest supplier with 90% of the value ($8.4 million), followed by Vietnam (3%) and Bangladesh (2%). The top three together account for 95%, out of 9 supplier countries in total. Thailand grew fastest among the top ten, up 113% on the year.
What is the average import price of frozen carp per kg?
The average declared import value was about $3.34 per kg in 2024, 101% above the world average of $1.66 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 frozen carp to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $420 thousand in 2017 to $9.3 million in 2024. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Monthly and weekly movements since then are in EximDataX.
Does the United States also export frozen carp?
Yes. The United States exported $569 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Israel, Canada and the Dominican Republic. On balance the United States is a net importer of this product, by about $8.8 million a year.
What is the HS code for frozen carp?
The HS code for frozen carp is subheading 0303.25. 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 0303 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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