Prepared scallops imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
The United States imported $22.2 million of prepared scallops in 2024 (1.5 thousand tonnes). It ranks 3rd of 142 countries for imports of this product. Value rose 51% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 11% 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 | $22.2M | 1.5K t |
| 2023 | $14.7M | 1.4K t |
| 2022 | $17.9M | 1.4K t |
| 2021 | $21.9M | 1.3K t |
| 2020 | $12.3M | 968 t |
| 2019 | $6.7M | 671 t |
| 2018 | $9.3M | 600 t |
| 2017 | $11.0M | 913 t |
Where the United States imports prepared scallops from
China alone supplied 60% of it. Among the main suppliers, South Korea grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $13.3M | 60% |
| Japan | $3.8M | 17% |
| France | $2.3M | 11% |
| Canada | $804K | 3.6% |
| Philippines | $703K | 3.2% |
| South Korea | $666K | 3% |
| Vietnam | $341K | 1.5% |
| Spain | $176K | 0.8% |
| United Kingdom | $68K | 0.3% |
| Italy | $44K | 0.2% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $15.21 per kg, 41% above the world average of $10.75. 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.
Prepared scallops exports from the United States
The United States exported $2.6 million of prepared scallops in 2024 (114 tonnes). It ranks 6th of 66 countries for exports of this product. Most of it went to South Korea (34%), Spain (22%), Mexico (14%). Among the main buyer markets, Spain grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Korea | $889K | 34% |
| Spain | $565K | 22% |
| Mexico | $367K | 14% |
| Canada | $341K | 13% |
| Austria | $89K | 3.4% |
| Germany | $86K | 3.4% |
| Colombia | $54K | 2.1% |
| Barbados | $46K | 1.8% |
| Antigua and Barbuda | $23K | 0.9% |
| Dominican Republic | $19K | 0.7% |
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 1605.52: Mollusc preparations: scallops, including queen scallops, prepared or preserved.
Common questions
What is the value of prepared scallops imported by the United States?
The United States imported prepared scallops worth $22.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.5 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 3rd of 142 countries worldwide, with 14% of world imports. The value was up 51% on 2023.
Which countries supply prepared scallops to the United States?
China was the largest supplier with 60% of the value ($13.3 million), followed by Japan (17%) and France (10%). The top three together account for 87%, out of 15 supplier countries in total. Vietnam grew fastest among the top ten, up 472% on the year.
What is the average import price of prepared scallops per kg?
The average declared import value was about $15.21 per kg in 2024, 41% above the world average of $10.75 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 prepared scallops to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $11.0 million in 2017 to $22.2 million in 2024, an increase of 103%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Monthly and weekly movements since then are in EximDataX.
Does the United States also export prepared scallops?
Yes. The United States exported $2.6 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to South Korea, Spain and Mexico. On balance the United States is a net importer of this product, by about $19.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for prepared scallops?
The HS code for prepared scallops is subheading 1605.52. It sits in HS chapter 16 (meat, fish, crustaceans, molluscs or other aquatic invertebrates, or insects; preparations thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 1605 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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