Frozen cooked crustaceans (other) imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United States imported frozen cooked crustaceans (other) worth $33.3 million (7.4 thousand tonnes). It ranks 3rd of 153 countries for imports of this product. That is 81% more than in 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 | $33.3M | 7.4K t |
| 2023 | $18.4M | 2.4K t |
| 2022 | $30.8M | 6.3K t |
| 2021 | $33.6M | 2.9K t |
| 2020 | $24.8M | 2.8K t |
| 2019 | $35.7M | 4.5K t |
| 2018 | $34.4M | 4.0K t |
| 2017 | $30.7M | 2.2K t |
Where the United States imports frozen cooked crustaceans (other) from
Most of the value came from Norway (42%), Egypt (17%), China (13%). Among the main suppliers, Egypt grew fastest (+765% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Norway | $13.9M | 42% |
| Egypt | $5.7M | 17% |
| China | $4.2M | 13% |
| Spain | $2.8M | 8.4% |
| New Zealand | $1.9M | 5.7% |
| Hong Kong | $1.6M | 4.8% |
| Denmark | $802K | 2.4% |
| Vietnam | $452K | 1.4% |
| Ecuador | $383K | 1.2% |
| Brazil | $298K | 0.9% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $4.49 per kg, 48% below the world average of $8.58, which often means bulk or lower-grade product.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Frozen cooked crustaceans (other) exports from the United States
The United States exported $4.7 million of frozen cooked crustaceans (other) in 2024 (424 tonnes). Its share of world exports was 2%. The largest buyer markets were United Arab Emirates (27%), Saint Maarten (12%), Japan (7%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 46%. Among the main buyer markets, Venezuela grew fastest (+169% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United Arab Emirates | $1.3M | 27% |
| Saint Maarten | $556K | 12% |
| Japan | $316K | 6.7% |
| Venezuela | $310K | 6.6% |
| Bahamas | $234K | 5% |
| Turks and Caicos Isds | $214K | 4.6% |
| Cuba | $197K | 4.2% |
| Canada | $142K | 3% |
| Mexico | $134K | 2.8% |
| Aruba | $109K | 2.3% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
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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 0306.19: Crustaceans: frozen, n.e.c. in item no. 0306.1, in shell or not, smoked, cooked or not before or during smoking: in shell, cooked by steaming or by boiling in water: including edible flours, meals, and pellets of crustaceans.
Common questions
What is the value of frozen cooked crustaceans (other) imported by the United States?
The United States imported frozen cooked crustaceans (other) worth $33.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 7.4 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 3rd of 153 countries worldwide, with 16% of world imports. The value was up 81% on 2023.
Which countries supply frozen cooked crustaceans (other) to the United States?
Norway was the largest supplier with 42% of the value ($13.9 million), followed by Egypt (17%) and China (13%). The top three together account for 72%, out of 32 supplier countries in total. Egypt grew fastest among the top ten, up 765% on the year.
What is the average import price of frozen cooked crustaceans (other) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $4.49 per kg in 2024, 48% below the world average of $8.58 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 cooked crustaceans (other) to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $30.7 million in 2017 to $33.3 million in 2024, an increase of 8%. The peak was 2019 at $35.7 million. Monthly and weekly movements since then are in EximDataX.
Does the United States also export frozen cooked crustaceans (other)?
Yes. The United States exported $4.7 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the United Arab Emirates, Saint Maarten and Japan. On balance the United States is a net importer of this product, by about $28.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for frozen cooked crustaceans (other)?
The HS code for frozen cooked crustaceans (other) is subheading 0306.19. 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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