Live fish (other species) imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United States imported live fish (other species) worth $32.1 million (1.1 thousand tonnes). It ranks 7th of 141 countries for imports of this product. Value rose 4% on 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 | $32.1M | 1.1K t |
| 2023 | $30.8M | 970 t |
| 2022 | $26.6M | 989 t |
| 2021 | $25.2M | 955 t |
| 2020 | $16.3M | 798 t |
| 2019 | $18.4M | 1.1K t |
| 2018 | $17.0M | 858 t |
| 2017 | $17.8M | 1.0K t |
Where the United States imports live fish (other species) from
South Korea alone supplied 60% of it. Among the main suppliers, Ecuador grew fastest (+80% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Korea | $19.4M | 60% |
| Taiwan | $4.5M | 14% |
| Ecuador | $3.5M | 11% |
| Vietnam | $1.2M | 3.9% |
| Australia | $921K | 2.9% |
| Canada | $916K | 2.9% |
| Iceland | $398K | 1.2% |
| Israel | $381K | 1.2% |
| Hong Kong | $222K | 0.7% |
| Mexico | $180K | 0.6% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $28.36 per kg, 360% above the world average of $6.17. 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.
Live fish (other species) exports from the United States
In 2024, the United States exported live fish (other species) worth $22.6 million (2.8 thousand tonnes). Its share of world exports was 2%. Canada alone took 76% of it.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Canada | $17.2M | 76% |
| South Korea | $4.9M | 22% |
| Bahamas | $231K | 1% |
| China | $46K | 0.2% |
| Hong Kong | $43K | 0.2% |
| Belgium | $43K | 0.2% |
| Peru | $37K | 0.2% |
| Japan | $28K | 0.1% |
| Dominican Republic | $20K | 0.1% |
| Netherlands | $19K | 0.1% |
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 0301.99: Fish: live, n.e.c. in heading 0301.
Common questions
What is the value of live fish (other species) imported by the United States?
The United States imported live fish (other species) worth $32.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.1 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 7th of 141 countries worldwide, with 3% of world imports. The value was up 4% on 2023.
Which countries supply live fish (other species) to the United States?
South Korea was the largest supplier with 60% of the value ($19.4 million), followed by Taiwan (14%) and Ecuador (11%). The top three together account for 85%, out of 28 supplier countries in total. Mexico grew fastest among the top ten, up 120% on the year.
What is the average import price of live fish (other species) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $28.36 per kg in 2024, 360% above the world average of $6.17 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 live fish (other species) to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $17.8 million in 2017 to $32.1 million in 2024, an increase of 81%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Monthly and weekly movements since then are in EximDataX.
Does the United States also export live fish (other species)?
Yes. The United States exported $22.6 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Canada, South Korea and the Bahamas. On balance the United States is a net importer of this product, by about $9.4 million a year.
What is the HS code for live fish (other species)?
The HS code for live fish (other species) is subheading 0301.99. 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 0301 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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