China - Frozen Fish And Seafood - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends And Insights
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Price for Frozen Fish and Seafood in China - 2023

Contents:

  1. Price for Frozen Fish and Seafood in China (CIF) - 2022
  2. Price for Frozen Fish and Seafood in China (FOB) - 2022
  3. Imports of Frozen Fish and Seafood in China
  4. Exports of Frozen Fish and Seafood in China

Price for Frozen Fish and Seafood in China (CIF) - 2022

The average frozen fish and seafood import price stood at $3,683 per ton in 2022, jumping by 17% against the previous year. Over the period under review, import price indicated prominent growth from 2012 to 2022: its price increased at an average annual rate of +6.8% over the last decade. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2022 figures, frozen fish and seafood import price increased by +42.4% against 2020 indices. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2021 when the average import price increased by 22% against the previous year. The import price peaked in 2022 and is expected to retain growth in the immediate term.

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 Canada ($6,746 per ton), while the price for Russia ($2,195 per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by India (+7.6%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced more modest paces of growth.

Price for Frozen Fish and Seafood in China (FOB) - 2022

In 2022, the average frozen fish and seafood export price amounted to $5,186 per ton, with an increase of 7.5% against the previous year. Over the last decade, it increased at an average annual rate of +2.9%. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2021 an increase of 12% against the previous year. The export price peaked in 2022 and is expected to retain growth in the immediate term.

Prices varied noticeably by country of destination: amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was the United States ($7,043 per ton), while the average price for exports to Indonesia ($2,556 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 the Philippines (+7.6%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.

Imports of Frozen Fish and Seafood in China

In 2022, supplies from abroad of frozen fish and seafood was finally on the rise to reach 3.7M tons after two years of decline. Over the period under review, imports, however, continue to indicate a slight decline.

In value terms, frozen fish and seafood imports soared to $13.8B in 2022. In general, total imports indicated a resilient increase from 2019 to 2022: its value increased at an average annual rate of +6.8% over the last three years. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2022 figures, imports increased by +54.2% against 2020 indices. As a result, imports attained the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Import of Frozen Fish and Seafood in China (Million USD)
COUNTRY2019202020212022CAGR,
2019-2022
Ecuador1,8881,7272,1863,56223.6%
Russia1,8321,4121,1832,0043.0%
India1,1888239171,2251.0%
Vietnam8426865251,0527.7%
United States7525215848012.1%
Indonesia4895385075906.5%
Norway4413594425276.1%
Canada4273063104431.2%
Japan26218130039815.0%
Greenland27026123836410.5%
New Zealand264207186227-4.9%
Malaysia15119019922414.0%
Pakistan11111512215612.0%
Others2,4231,6251,8082,232-2.7%
Total11,3398,9509,50813,8056.8%

Top Suppliers of Frozen Fish and Seafood to China in 2022:

  1. Russia (913.2K tons)
  2. Ecuador (575.4K tons)
  3. Vietnam (367.2K tons)
  4. India (289.1K tons)
  5. United States (270.1K tons)
  6. Indonesia (192.5K tons)
  7. Norway (156.4K tons)
  8. Japan (145.5K tons)
  9. Malaysia (72.0K tons)
  10. Canada (65.7K tons)
  11. Greenland (65.0K tons)
  12. Pakistan (62.9K tons)
  13. New Zealand (62.8K tons)

Exports of Frozen Fish and Seafood in China

In 2022, overseas shipments of frozen fish and seafood increased by 3.7% to 1.9M tons for the first time since 2019, thus ending a two-year declining trend. Overall, exports, however, continue to indicate a deep reduction.

In value terms, frozen fish and seafood exports totaled $9.8B in 2022. Over the period under review, exports, however, saw a perceptible contraction.

Export of Frozen Fish and Seafood in China (Million USD)
COUNTRY2019202020212022CAGR,
2019-2022
Japan1,5781,3581,3791,466-2.4%
United States1,2941,0491,0631,3571.6%
South Korea8758098128860.4%
Philippines53448975076412.7%
Thailand660893570582-4.1%
Germany623413373553-3.9%
United Kingdom359310275338-2.0%
Canada2932292373081.7%
Spain322238288292-3.2%
Malaysia2412112722663.3%
Vietnam2061952542374.8%
France230179148214-2.4%
Indonesia10570.211520525.0%
Others3,1192,2502,2872,369-8.8%
Total10,4398,6948,8229,836-2.0%

Top Export Markets for Frozen Fish and Seafood from China in 2022:

  1. Japan (228.6K tons)
  2. South Korea (209.3K tons)
  3. United States (192.6K tons)
  4. Philippines (172.7K tons)
  5. Germany (136.4K tons)
  6. Thailand (118.1K tons)
  7. Indonesia (80.4K tons)
  8. United Kingdom (61.4K tons)
  9. Spain (61.3K tons)
  10. Malaysia (49.9K tons)
  11. Canada (44.4K tons)
  12. France (43.0K tons)
  13. Vietnam (41.8K tons)

Source: IndexBox Market Intelligence Platform

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the market for frozen fish and seafood in China. 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
  • Prodcom 10201500 - Frozen fish meat without bones (excluding fillets)
  • Prodcom 10201400 - Frozen fish fillets
  • Prodcom 10203100 - Frozen crustaceans, frozen flours, meals and pellets of crustaceans, fit for human consumption
  • Prodcom 10203200 - Molluscs (scallops, mussels, cuttle fish, squid and octopus), frozen, dried, smoked, salted or in brine

Country coverage:

Data coverage:

  • Market volume and value
  • Per Capita consumption
  • Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
  • Trade (exports and imports) in China
  • 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
    4. GLOSSARY AND SPECIFIC TERMS
  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
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  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
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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
  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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