Saudi Arabia - Frozen Whole Fish - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights
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Frozen Whole Fish Price in Saudi Arabia - 2021

Contents:

  1. Frozen Whole Fish Price in Saudi Arabia (CIF) - 2022
  2. Frozen Whole Fish Price in Saudi Arabia (FOB) - 2022
  3. Frozen Whole Fish Imports in Saudi Arabia
  4. Frozen Whole Fish Exports in Saudi Arabia

Frozen Whole Fish Price in Saudi Arabia (CIF) - 2022

In 2021, the average frozen whole fish import price amounted to $1,363 per ton, with a decrease of -7.2% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price continues to indicate a noticeable descent. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2013 an increase of 7.9% against the previous year. Over the period under review, average import prices hit record highs at $1,926 per ton in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2021, import prices failed to regain momentum.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major supplying countries. In 2021, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Bangladesh ($3,180 per ton), while the price for Egypt ($304 per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Bangladesh (+7.0%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced more modest paces of growth.

Frozen Whole Fish Price in Saudi Arabia (FOB) - 2022

In 2022, the average frozen whole fish export price amounted to $1,635 per ton, dropping by -24.2% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price showed a pronounced setback. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 when the average export price increased by 54%. Over the period under review, the average export prices hit record highs at $2,260 per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, the export prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Prices varied noticeably by country of destination: amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was South Africa ($4,639 per ton), while the average price for exports to Ireland ($1,077 per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Thailand (+24.5%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.

Frozen Whole Fish Imports in Saudi Arabia

In 2022, overseas purchases of frozen whole fish decreased by -9.1% to 44K tons for the first time since 2018, thus ending a three-year rising trend. The total import volume increased at an average annual rate of +5.5% from 2019 to 2022; the trend pattern remained consistent, with only minor fluctuations throughout the analyzed period. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 when imports increased by 22%. As a result, imports attained the peak of 49K tons, and then dropped in the following year.

In value terms, frozen whole fish imports reduced to $63M in 2022. Over the period under review, imports, however, saw a relatively flat trend pattern. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2021 with an increase of 13%. As a result, imports reached the peak of $66M, and then shrank in the following year.

Import of Frozen Whole Fish in Saudi Arabia (Million USD)
COUNTRY201920202021CAGR,
2019-2021
Myanmar31.635.836.67.6%
Thailand6.53.38.111.6%
VietnamN/AN/A5.20%
Bangladesh5.56.43.5-20.2%
EgyptN/A1.73.182.4%
Taiwan (Chinese)10.14.72.7-48.3%
PakistanN/AN/A2.40%
Others7.26.74.9-17.5%
Total60.958.666.54.5%

Top Suppliers of Frozen Whole Fish to Saudi Arabia in 2022:

  1. Myanmar (24.6K tons)
  2. Egypt (10.1K tons)
  3. Thailand (5.5K tons)
  4. Vietnam (2.9K tons)
  5. Pakistan (1.4K tons)
  6. Taiwan (Chinese) (1.2K tons)
  7. Bangladesh (1.1K tons)

Frozen Whole Fish Exports in Saudi Arabia

In 2022, after two years of decline, there was significant growth in overseas shipments of frozen whole fish, when their volume increased by 63% to 347 tons. Overall, exports, however, faced a sharp reduction.

In value terms, frozen whole fish exports skyrocketed to $568K in 2022. In general, exports, however, recorded a abrupt slump.

Export of Frozen Whole Fish in Saudi Arabia (Thousand USD)
COUNTRY2019202020212022CAGR,
2019-2022
South AfricaN/AN/A219513134.2%
JordanN/AN/AN/A32.20%
SingaporeN/AN/AN/A9.50%
IrelandN/AN/AN/A5.20%
Malaysia230195N/AN/A-15.2%
Costa Rica61.0N/AN/AN/A0%
IndiaN/A76.0N/AN/A0%
Indonesia32090.5N/AN/A-71.7%
Kuwait32422.1N/AN/A-93.2%
Egypt4.735.6109N/A381.6%
BahrainN/A98.5N/AN/A0%
Others26.21571328.2-32.1%
Total966675460568-16.2%

Top Export Markets for Frozen Whole Fish from Saudi Arabia in 2022:

  1. South Africa (110.5 tons)
  2. Jordan (21.9 tons)
  3. Singapore (6.2 tons)
  4. Ireland (4.9 tons)

Source: IndexBox Market Intelligence Platform

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the frozen whole fish market in Saudi Arabia. Within it, you will discover the latest data on market trends and opportunities by country, consumption, production and price developments, as well as the global trade (imports and exports). The forecast exhibits the market prospects through 2030.

Product coverage:

  • Prodcom 10201330 - Frozen whole salt water fish
  • Prodcom 10201360 - Frozen whole fresh water fish
  • Prodcom 10201600 - Frozen fish livers and roes

Country coverage:

  • Saudi Arabia

Data coverage:

  • Market volume and value
  • Per Capita consumption
  • Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
  • Trade (exports and imports) in Saudi Arabia
  • Export and import prices
  • Market trends, drivers and restraints
  • Key market players and their profiles

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  1. 1. INTRODUCTION

    Making Data-Driven Decisions to Grow Your Business

    1. REPORT DESCRIPTION
    2. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY AND AI PLATFORM
    3. DATA-DRIVEN DECISIONS FOR YOUR BUSINESS
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  2. 2. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

    A Quick Overview of Market Performance

    1. KEY FINDINGS
    2. MARKET TRENDS This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
  3. 3. MARKET OVERVIEW

    Understanding the Current State of The Market and Its Prospects

    1. MARKET SIZE
    2. MARKET STRUCTURE
    3. TRADE BALANCE
    4. PER CAPITA CONSUMPTION
    5. MARKET FORECAST TO 2030
  4. 4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCT

    Finding New Products to Diversify Your Business

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    1. TOP PRODUCTS TO DIVERSIFY YOUR BUSINESS
    2. BEST-SELLING PRODUCTS
    3. MOST CONSUMED PRODUCT
    4. MOST TRADED PRODUCT
    5. MOST PROFITABLE PRODUCT FOR EXPORT
  5. 5. MOST PROMISING SUPPLYING COUNTRIES

    Choosing the Best Countries to Establish Your Sustainable Supply Chain

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    1. TOP COUNTRIES TO SOURCE YOUR PRODUCT
    2. TOP PRODUCING COUNTRIES
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  6. 6. MOST PROMISING OVERSEAS MARKETS

    Choosing the Best Countries to Boost Your Exports

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    1. TOP OVERSEAS MARKETS FOR EXPORTING YOUR PRODUCT
    2. TOP CONSUMING MARKETS
    3. UNSATURATED MARKETS
    4. TOP IMPORTING MARKETS
    5. MOST PROFITABLE MARKETS
  7. 7. PRODUCTION

    The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry

    1. PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE
  8. 8. IMPORTS

    The Largest Import Supplying Countries

    1. IMPORTS FROM 2012–2023
    2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
    3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
  9. 9. EXPORTS

    The Largest Destinations for Exports

    1. EXPORTS FROM 2012–2023
    2. EXPORTS BY COUNTRY
    3. EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
  10. 10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS

    The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles

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  11. LIST OF TABLES

    1. Key Findings In 2023
    2. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
    3. Market Value, 2012–2023
    4. Per Capita Consumption In 2012-2023
    5. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    6. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    7. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023
    8. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    9. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    10. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023
  12. LIST OF FIGURES

    1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
    2. Market Value, 2012–2023
    3. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012-2023
    4. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012-2023
    5. Trade Balance, In Physical Terms, 2012-2023
    6. Trade Balance, In Value Terms, 2012-2023
    7. Per Capita Consumption, 2012-2023
    8. Market Volume Forecast to 2030
    9. Market Value Forecast to 2030
    10. Products: Market Size And Growth, By Type
    11. Products: Average Per Capita Consumption, By Type
    12. Products: Exports And Growth, By Type
    13. Products: Export Prices And Growth, By Type
    14. Production Volume And Growth
    15. Exports And Growth
    16. Export Prices And Growth
    17. Market Size And Growth
    18. Per Capita Consumption
    19. Imports And Growth
    20. Import Prices
    21. Production, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
    22. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
    23. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
    24. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
    25. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
    26. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    27. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    28. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023
    29. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
    30. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
    31. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
    32. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    33. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    34. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023
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