Frozen octopus imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United States imported frozen octopus worth $182.6 million (22.8 thousand tonnes). It ranks 5th of 176 countries for imports of this product. That is 11% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 9% 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 | $182.6M | 22.8K t |
| 2023 | $165.1M | 17.7K t |
| 2022 | $179.1M | 19.7K t |
| 2021 | $178.3M | 22.3K t |
| 2020 | $67.7M | 11.7K t |
| 2019 | $127.5M | 18.0K t |
| 2018 | $127.8M | 17.9K t |
| 2017 | $98.0M | 15.1K t |
Where the United States imports frozen octopus from
Spain alone supplied 57% of it.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Spain | $104.2M | 57% |
| Indonesia | $22.3M | 12% |
| India | $10.5M | 5.8% |
| Portugal | $9.7M | 5.3% |
| Philippines | $9.2M | 5.1% |
| Mexico | $7.2M | 3.9% |
| Vietnam | $4.1M | 2.2% |
| Malaysia | $2.7M | 1.5% |
| China | $2.7M | 1.5% |
| Peru | $2.6M | 1.4% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $7.99 per kg, close to the world average of $8.42.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Frozen octopus exports from the United States
Exports of frozen octopus by the United States reached $3.8 million in 2024 (536 tonnes). Most of it went to Mexico (23%), Canada (12%), Guatemala (10%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 45%. Among the main buyer markets, Mexico grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Mexico | $871K | 23% |
| Canada | $453K | 12% |
| Guatemala | $394K | 10% |
| Dominican Republic | $326K | 8.5% |
| Bahamas | $206K | 5.4% |
| Philippines | $196K | 5.1% |
| Bermuda | $184K | 4.8% |
| Aruba | $150K | 3.9% |
| Panama | $125K | 3.2% |
| Saint Maarten | $116K | 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 0307.52: Molluscs: octopus (Octopus spp.), frozen.
Common questions
What is the value of frozen octopus imported by the United States?
The United States imported frozen octopus worth $182.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 22.8 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 5th of 176 countries worldwide, with 7% of world imports. The value was up 11% on 2023.
Which countries supply frozen octopus to the United States?
Spain was the largest supplier with 57% of the value ($104.2 million), followed by Indonesia (12%) and India (6%). The top three together account for 75%, out of 30 supplier countries in total. Malaysia grew fastest among the top ten, up 110% on the year.
What is the average import price of frozen octopus per kg?
The average declared import value was about $7.99 per kg in 2024, 5% below the world average of $8.42 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 octopus to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $98.0 million in 2017 to $182.6 million in 2024, an increase of 86%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Monthly and weekly movements since then are in EximDataX.
Does the United States also export frozen octopus?
Yes. The United States exported $3.8 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Mexico, Canada and Guatemala. On balance the United States is a net importer of this product, by about $178.8 million a year.
What is the HS code for frozen octopus?
The HS code for frozen octopus is subheading 0307.52. 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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