Canada - Molluscs (Scallops, Mussels, Cuttle Fish, Squid And Octopus) - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends And Insights
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Molluscs Price in Canada - 2023

Contents:

  1. Molluscs Price in Canada (CIF) - 2022
  2. Molluscs Price in Canada (FOB) - 2023
  3. Molluscs Imports in Canada
  4. Molluscs Exports in Canada

Molluscs Price in Canada (CIF) - 2022

The average molluscs import price stood at $8,672 per ton in 2022, surging by 1.7% against the previous year. In general, the import price continues to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2015 an increase of 36% against the previous year. As a result, import price reached the peak level of $10,589 per ton. From 2016 to 2022, the average import prices failed to regain momentum.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major supplying countries. In 2022, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Japan ($31,137 per ton), while the price for Argentina ($5,630 per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Japan (+4.3%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced more modest paces of growth.

Molluscs Price in Canada (FOB) - 2023

The average molluscs export price stood at $13,633 per ton in September 2023, shrinking by -13% against the previous month. In general, the export price recorded a perceptible setback. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in November 2022 an increase of 38% against the previous month. Over the period under review, the average export prices reached the peak figure at $21,172 per ton in May 2023; however, from June 2023 to September 2023, the export prices remained at a lower figure.

Prices varied noticeably by the country of destination: the country with the highest price was the United States ($24,266 per ton), while the average price for exports to Japan ($4,277 per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From September 2022 to September 2023, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Hong Kong SAR (+6.0%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.

Molluscs Imports in Canada

In 2022, approx. 22K tons of molluscs (scallops, mussels, cuttle fish, squid and octopus) were imported into Canada; rising by 24% against 2021. The total import volume increased at an average annual rate of +3.6% from 2019 to 2022; however, the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded in certain years. As a result, imports attained the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

In value terms, molluscs imports surged to $187M in 2022. The total import value increased at an average annual rate of +6.8% over the period from 2019 to 2022; however, the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. As a result, imports attained the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Import of Molluscs in Canada (Million USD)
COUNTRY2019202020212022CAGR,
2019-2022
China56.338.350.076.810.9%
Thailand13.69.810.424.822.2%
United States33.229.228.320.4-15.0%
Morocco5.93.75.89.517.2%
Taiwan (Chinese)7.43.86.48.44.3%
New Zealand8.38.05.67.6-2.9%
Peru2.98.816.56.732.2%
India3.72.94.36.118.1%
Spain2.21.13.45.535.7%
Vietnam1.41.92.44.850.8%
Others19.016.315.616.7-4.2%
Total1541241491876.7%

Top Suppliers of Molluscs to Canada in 2022:

  1. China (10.3K tons)
  2. Thailand (2.5K tons)
  3. United States (1.6K tons)
  4. Taiwan (Chinese) (1.2K tons)
  5. New Zealand (1.2K tons)
  6. India (0.9K tons)
  7. Vietnam (0.8K tons)
  8. Morocco (0.7K tons)
  9. Peru (0.5K tons)
  10. Spain (0.5K tons)

Molluscs Exports in Canada

In 2022, approx. 9.1K tons of molluscs (scallops, mussels, cuttle fish, squid and octopus) were exported from Canada; reducing by -9.9% on the year before. The total export volume increased at an average annual rate of +5.4% over the period from 2019 to 2022; however, the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 with an increase of 47%. As a result, the exports attained the peak of 10K tons, and then declined in the following year.

In value terms, molluscs exports expanded markedly to $118M in 2022. The total export value increased at an average annual rate of +4.5% from 2019 to 2022; however, the trend pattern remained relatively stable, with only minor fluctuations being recorded in certain years. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2021 when exports increased by 14%. Over the period under review, the exports attained the peak figure in 2022 and are expected to retain growth in years to come.

Export of Molluscs in Canada (Million USD)
COUNTRY2019202020212022CAGR,
2019-2022
United States34.137.338.934.40.3%
France27.925.825.733.56.3%
Netherlands6.45.111.99.915.7%
Belgium3.16.92.18.238.3%
China5.53.47.15.3-1.2%
Japan3.32.16.64.06.6%
Hong Kong SAR6.43.23.63.7-16.7%
Spain2.01.11.63.419.3%
United Kingdom4.72.22.83.1-13.0%
South Korea0.81.62.11.933.4%
Norway2.40.61.51.7-10.9%
IcelandN/A0.20.30.8100.0%
Others6.95.43.88.15.5%
Total10494.91081184.3%

Top Export Markets for Molluscs from Canada in 2022:

  1. United States (1901.7 tons)
  2. France (1462.9 tons)
  3. Japan (1435.4 tons)
  4. South Korea (949.5 tons)
  5. China (691.9 tons)
  6. Netherlands (465.2 tons)
  7. Belgium (368.5 tons)
  8. Spain (335.6 tons)
  9. Hong Kong SAR (262.6 tons)
  10. Iceland (204.4 tons)
  11. United Kingdom (182.9 tons)
  12. Norway (173.9 tons)

Source: IndexBox Market Intelligence Platform

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the molluscs market in Canada. 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 10203200 - Molluscs (scallops, mussels, cuttle fish, squid and octopus), frozen, dried, smoked, salted or in brine

Country coverage:

  • Canada

Data coverage:

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

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    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
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    1. TOP PRODUCTS TO DIVERSIFY YOUR BUSINESS
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    Choosing the Best Countries to Establish Your Sustainable Supply Chain

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    1. TOP COUNTRIES TO SOURCE YOUR PRODUCT
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    Choosing the Best Countries to Boost Your Exports

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    1. TOP OVERSEAS MARKETS FOR EXPORTING YOUR PRODUCT
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    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
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    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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