Price for Mollusc Preparations; Clams, Cockles and Arkshells, Prepared or Preserved in Romania - 2023

Contents:

1. Price for Mollusc Preparations; Clams, Cockles and Arkshells, Prepared or Preserved in Romania (CIF) - 2022
2. Price for Mollusc Preparations; Clams, Cockles and Arkshells, Prepared or Preserved in Romania (FOB) - 2022
3. Imports of Mollusc Preparations; Clams, Cockles and Arkshells, Prepared or Preserved in Romania
4. Exports of Mollusc Preparations; Clams, Cockles and Arkshells, Prepared or Preserved in Romania

Price for Mollusc Preparations; Clams, Cockles and Arkshells, Prepared or Preserved in Romania (CIF) - 2022

In 2022, the average import price for mollusc preparations; clams, cockles and arkshells, prepared or preserveds amounted to $3,915 per ton, almost unchanged from the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price, however, continues to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2018 an increase of 58%. As a result, import price attained the peak level of $5,138 per ton. From 2019 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 Italy ($4,612 per ton), while the price for Vietnam ($2,258 per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Italy (-0.6%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced a decline.

Price for Mollusc Preparations; Clams, Cockles and Arkshells, Prepared or Preserved in Romania (FOB) - 2022

The average export price for mollusc preparations; clams, cockles and arkshells, prepared or preserveds stood at $5,257 per ton in 2022, flattening at the previous year. Overall, the export price saw a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 when the average export price decreased by 99.9% against the previous year. The export price peaked in 2022 and is expected to retain growth in the immediate term.

Average prices varied noticeably for the major overseas markets. In 2022, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was the Netherlands ($5,526 per ton), while the average price for exports to Denmark amounted to $5,041 per ton.

From 2020 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to the Netherlands (-3.6%).

Imports of Mollusc Preparations; Clams, Cockles and Arkshells, Prepared or Preserved in Romania

For the fourth consecutive year, Romania recorded growth in overseas purchases of mollusc preparations; clams, cockles and arkshells, prepared or preserveds, which increased by 23% to 89 tons in 2022. Over the period under review, imports continue to indicate a significant increase. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2021 when imports increased by 72% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports of attained the maximum in 2022 and are likely to continue growth in the near future.

In value terms, imports of mollusc preparations; clams, cockles and arkshells, prepared or preserveds soared to $350K in 2022. Overall, imports continue to indicate a significant expansion. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2021 with an increase of 57%. Over the period under review, imports of reached the peak figure in 2022 and are likely to see gradual growth in years to come.

Top Suppliers of Mollusc Preparations; Clams, Cockles and Arkshells, Prepared or Preserved to Romania in 2022:

1. Italy (57.6 tons)
2. Vietnam (10.0 tons)
3. Denmark (8.9 tons)
4. Netherlands (8.8 tons)
5. Belgium (3.3 tons)

Exports of Mollusc Preparations; Clams, Cockles and Arkshells, Prepared or Preserved in Romania

In 2022, the amount of mollusc preparations; clams, cockles and arkshells, prepared or preserveds exported from Romania totaled 175 kg, approximately reflecting the previous year's figure. Overall, exports recorded a dramatic slump. The smallest decline of 99.9% was in 2021.

In value terms, exports of mollusc preparations; clams, cockles and arkshells, prepared or preserveds stood at $920 in 2022. Over the period under review, exports continue to indicate a sharp downturn. The smallest decline of 99.9% was in 2021.

Top Export Markets for Mollusc Preparations; Clams, Cockles and Arkshells, Prepared or Preserved from Romania in 2022:

1. Denmark (97.0 kg)
2. Netherlands (78.0 kg)

Source: IndexBox Market Intelligence Platform