Jellyfish imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United States imported jellyfish worth $2.5 million (535 tonnes). It ranks 7th of 63 countries for imports of this product. That is 3% less than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2022, at $3.2 million.
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 | $2.5M | 535 t |
| 2023 | $2.5M | 497 t |
| 2022 | $3.2M | 470 t |
| 2021 | $2.1M | 365 t |
| 2020 | $1.8M | 408 t |
| 2019 | $1.1M | 544 t |
| 2018 | $1.9M | 673 t |
| 2017 | $1.9M | 570 t |
Where the United States imports jellyfish from
China alone supplied 78% of it. Among the main suppliers, Japan grew fastest (+87% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $1.9M | 78% |
| Japan | $190K | 7.7% |
| Thailand | $130K | 5.3% |
| Malaysia | $81K | 3.3% |
| South Korea | $70K | 2.9% |
| Hong Kong | $23K | 0.9% |
| Nicaragua | $18K | 0.7% |
| Germany | $16K | 0.6% |
| France | $2K | 0.1% |
| Taiwan | $1K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $4.59 per kg, 140% above the world average of $1.91. 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.
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 0308.30: Aquatic invertebrates: jellyfish (Rhopilema spp.), live, fresh, chilled, frozen, dried, salted or in brine, smoked, whether or not cooked before or during smoking.
Common questions
What is the value of jellyfish imported by the United States?
The United States imported jellyfish worth $2.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 535 tonnes. That ranks it 7th of 63 countries worldwide, with 2% of world imports. The value was down 3% on 2023.
Which countries supply jellyfish to the United States?
China was the largest supplier with 78% of the value ($1.9 million), followed by Japan (8%) and Thailand (5%). The top three together account for 91%, out of 11 supplier countries in total. France grew fastest among the top ten, up 200% on the year.
What is the average import price of jellyfish per kg?
The average declared import value was about $4.59 per kg in 2024, 140% above the world average of $1.91 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 jellyfish to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $1.9 million in 2017 to $2.5 million in 2024, an increase of 31%. The peak was 2022 at $3.2 million. Monthly and weekly movements since then are in EximDataX.
What is the HS code for jellyfish?
The HS code for jellyfish is subheading 0308.30. 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 0308 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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