Minced fish products exports from Yemen: data, top buyers and prices
Exports of minced fish products by Yemen reached $3.2 million in 2024 (466 tonnes). Value rose 5% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 180% a year on average.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Exports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $3.2M | 466 t |
| 2023 | $3.0M | 639 t |
| 2022 | $3.0M | 473 t |
| 2021 | $4K | 1 t |
| 2019 | $7K | 1 t |
| 2017 | $2K | 2 t |
Where Yemen exports minced fish products to
Saudi Arabia alone took 100% of it.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Saudi Arabia | $3.2M | 100% |
| Bahrain | $10K | 0.3% |
| Ireland | $3K | 0.1% |
| Czech Republic | $1K | 0% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $6.86 per kg, 60% above the world average of $4.28. 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.
Minced fish products imports to Yemen
Imports of minced fish products by Yemen reached $288 thousand in 2024 (48 tonnes). One supplier dominates: Saudi Arabia accounted for 100% of the value.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Saudi Arabia | $288K | 100% |
Who is behind these numbers in Yemen?
The shipment records behind Yemen minced fish products exports (HS 1604.20): companies, dates, quantities and declared values.
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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 1604.20: Fish preparations: fish minced or in forms n.e.c. in heading no. 1604, prepared or preserved.
Common questions
What is the value of minced fish products exported by Yemen?
Yemen exported minced fish products worth $3.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 466 tonnes. That ranks it 54th of 144 countries worldwide, with 0% of world exports. The value was up 5% on 2023.
Which countries buy minced fish products from Yemen?
Saudi Arabia was the largest buyer with 100% of the value ($3.2 million), followed by Bahrain (0%) and Ireland (0%). The top three together account for 100%, out of 4 buyer countries in total.
What is the average export price of minced fish products per kg?
The average declared export value was about $6.86 per kg in 2024, 60% above the world average of $4.28 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have exports of minced fish products from Yemen changed since 2017?
Exports went from $2 thousand in 2017 to $3.2 million in 2024. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 6 years the average was $1.6 million a year.
Does Yemen also import minced fish products?
Yes. Yemen imported $288 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Saudi Arabia. On balance Yemen is a net exporter of this product, by about $2.9 million a year.
What is the HS code for minced fish products?
The HS code for minced fish products is subheading 1604.20. 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 1604 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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