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Egypt: Market for Fish Fillets and Other Fish Meat 2024

Market Size for Fish Fillets and Other Fish Meat in Egypt

The Egyptian market for fish fillets and other fish meat soared to $X in 2022, increasing by 48% against the previous year. This figure reflects the total revenues of producers and importers (excluding logistics costs, retail marketing costs, and retailers' margins, which will be included in the final consumer price). Over the period under review, consumption, however, recorded a slight decline. Consumption of peaked at $X in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2022, consumption failed to regain momentum.

Exports of Fish Fillets and Other Fish Meat

Exports from Egypt

In 2022, exports of fish fillets and other fish meat from Egypt surged to X tons, picking up by 436% against the previous year's figure. Overall, exports, however, showed a abrupt curtailment. The exports peaked at X tons in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2022, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, exports of fish fillets and other fish meat soared to $X in 2022. In general, exports, however, showed a deep downturn. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2020 with an increase of 720%. Over the period under review, the exports of hit record highs at $X in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2022, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Exports by Country

The United Arab Emirates (X tons), Kuwait (X tons) and Libya (X tons) were the main destinations of exports of fish fillets and other fish meat from Egypt, together accounting for 79% of total exports. Bahrain, Albania, Hong Kong SAR and Palestine lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 21%.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of shipments, amongst the main countries of destination, was attained by Bahrain (with a CAGR of +12.3%), while the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, the United Arab Emirates ($X), Kuwait ($X) and Libya ($X) appeared to be the largest markets for fish fillets and other fish meat exported from Egypt worldwide, together accounting for 80% of total exports. Albania, Bahrain, Hong Kong SAR and Palestine lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 20%.

Bahrain, with a CAGR of +23.0%, saw the highest growth rate of the value of exports, in terms of the main countries of destination over the period under review, while shipments for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Export Prices by Country

The average export price for fish fillets and other fish meat stood at $X per ton in 2022, picking up by 6% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price saw resilient growth. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2021 an increase of 235%. The export price peaked in 2022 and is likely to see gradual growth in the immediate term.

There were significant differences in the average prices for the major export markets. In 2022, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Libya ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to the United Arab Emirates ($X 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 Oman (+41.9%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.

Imports of Fish Fillets and Other Fish Meat

Imports into Egypt

After two years of decline, overseas purchases of fish fillets and other fish meat increased by 61% to X tons in 2022. In general, imports, however, saw a abrupt descent. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2014 when imports increased by 560%. Over the period under review, imports of hit record highs at X tons in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, imports of fish fillets and other fish meat surged to $X in 2022. Overall, imports continue to indicate perceptible growth. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2014 with an increase of 576%. Imports peaked in 2022 and are likely to see gradual growth in years to come.

Imports by Country

In 2022, Vietnam (X tons) was the main supplier of fish fillets and other fish meat to Egypt, accounting for a 95% share of total imports. It was followed by Norway (X tons), with a 2.7% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume from Vietnam totaled -9.0%.

In value terms, Vietnam ($X) constituted the largest supplier of fish fillets and other fish meat to Egypt, comprising 92% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was held by Norway ($X), with a 5.5% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value from Vietnam stood at +3.4%.

Import Prices by Country

In 2022, the average import price for fish fillets and other fish meat amounted to $X per ton, with a decrease of -11% against the previous year. Overall, the import price, however, showed a strong increase. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2020 an increase of 63%. The import price peaked at $X per ton in 2021, and then dropped in the following year.

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 Norway ($X per ton), while the price for Vietnam totaled $X per ton.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Vietnam (+13.6%).

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for fish fillets and other fish meat in the world?

Norway remains the largest fish fillets and other fish meat consuming country worldwide, accounting for 79% of total volume. It was followed by China, with a 2.3% share of total consumption. The third position in this ranking was held by the United States, with a 2.1% share.

What are the largest producers of fish fillets and other fish meat in the world?

Norway constituted the country with the largest volume of production of fish fillets and other fish meat, accounting for 82% of total volume. Moreover, production of fish fillets and other fish meat in Norway exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, China, more than tenfold.

What are the leading suppliers of fish fillets and other fish meat to Egypt?

In value terms, Vietnam constituted the largest supplier of fish fillets and other fish meat to Egypt, comprising 92% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was held by Norway, with a 5.5% share of total imports.

What are the leading importers of fish fillets and other fish meat from Egypt?

In value terms, the largest markets for fish fillets and other fish meat exported from Egypt were the United Arab Emirates, Kuwait and Libya, together accounting for 80% of total exports. Albania, Bahrain, Hong Kong SAR and Palestine lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 20%.

What is the average export price for fish fillets and other fish meat in Egypt?

The average export price for fish fillets and other fish meat stood at $8,051 per ton in 2022, increasing by 6% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for fish fillets and other fish meat in Egypt?

The average import price for fish fillets and other fish meat stood at $5,147 per ton in 2022, reducing by -11% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the market for fish fillets and other fish meat in Egypt. 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 10201100 - Fresh or chilled fish fillets and other fish meat without bones
Prodcom 10201400 - Frozen fish fillets
Prodcom 10201500 - Frozen fish meat without bones (excluding fillets)
Prodcom 10201110 -
Prodcom 10201510 -
Prodcom 10201520 -

Country coverage:

Egypt

Data coverage:

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

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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. 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. 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. 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. 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
3. TOP EXPORTING COUNTRIES
4. LOW-COST EXPORTING COUNTRIES
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. PRODUCTION

The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry
1. PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE
8. IMPORTS
The Largest Import Supplying Countries
1. IMPORTS FROM 2012–2023
2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
9. EXPORTS
The Largest Destinations for Exports
1. EXPORTS FROM 2012–2023
2. EXPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS

The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles
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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
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