EU - Molluscs (Scallops, Mussels, Cuttle Fish, Squid and Octopus) - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights
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Molluscs Market Size in the EU
In 2023, after two years of growth, there was decline in the EU molluscs market, when its value decreased by X% to $X. The market value increased at an average annual rate of X% over the period from 2012 to 2023; the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. The level of consumption peaked at $X in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2023, consumption failed to regain momentum.
Molluscs Production in the EU
In value terms, molluscs production stood at $X in 2023 estimated in export price. Over the period under review, production showed a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2014 when the production volume increased by X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, production reached the peak level at $X in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2023, production stood at a somewhat lower figure.
Molluscs Exports
Exports in the EU
After two years of growth, shipments abroad of molluscs (scallops, mussels, cuttle fish, squid and octopus) decreased by X% to X tons in 2023. The total export volume increased at an average annual rate of X% from 2012 to 2023; however, the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded in certain years. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 with an increase of X% against the previous year. The volume of export peaked at X tons in 2022, and then fell slightly in the following year.
In value terms, molluscs exports rose to $X in 2023. Total exports indicated a strong expansion from 2012 to 2023: its value increased at an average annual rate of X% over the last eleven-year period. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2023 figures, exports increased by X% against 2020 indices. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2021 when exports increased by X%. The level of export peaked in 2023 and is likely to see gradual growth in years to come.
Exports by Country
Spain prevails in exports structure, recording X tons, which was near X% of total exports in 2023. Portugal (X tons) took a X% share (based on physical terms) of total exports, which put it in second place, followed by the Netherlands (X%) and France (X%). The following exporters - Belgium (X tons), Italy (X tons) and Greece (X tons) - together made up X% of total exports.
From 2012 to 2023, average annual rates of growth with regard to molluscs exports from Spain stood at X%. At the same time, the Netherlands (X%) and France (X%) displayed positive paces of growth. Moreover, the Netherlands emerged as the fastest-growing exporter exported in the European Union, with a CAGR of X% from 2012-2023. Portugal and Greece experienced a relatively flat trend pattern. By contrast, Italy (X%) and Belgium (X%) illustrated a downward trend over the same period. While the share of Spain (X p.p.) and the Netherlands (X p.p.) increased significantly in terms of the total exports from 2012-2023, the share of Italy (X p.p.), Belgium (X p.p.) and Portugal (X p.p.) displayed negative dynamics. The shares of the other countries remained relatively stable throughout the analyzed period.
In value terms, Spain ($X) remains the largest molluscs supplier in the European Union, comprising X% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Portugal ($X), with a X% share of total exports. It was followed by the Netherlands, with a X% share.
In Spain, molluscs exports expanded at an average annual rate of X% over the period from 2012-2023. The remaining exporting countries recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: Portugal (X% per year) and the Netherlands (X% per year).
Export Prices by Country
The export price in the European Union stood at $X per ton in 2023, increasing by X% against the previous year. Export price indicated moderate growth from 2012 to 2023: its price increased at an average annual rate of X% over the last eleven years. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2023 figures, molluscs export price increased by X% against 2018 indices. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2016 an increase of X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export prices attained the maximum in 2023 and is expected to retain growth in years to come.
Average prices varied somewhat amongst the major exporting countries. In 2023, major exporting countries recorded the following prices: in Italy ($X per ton) and France ($X per ton), while Greece ($X per ton) and Spain ($X per ton) were amongst the lowest.
From 2012 to 2023, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Greece (X%), while the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.
Molluscs Imports
Imports in the EU
In 2023, after two years of growth, there was decline in purchases abroad of molluscs (scallops, mussels, cuttle fish, squid and octopus), when their volume decreased by X% to X tons. In general, imports, however, continue to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2021 when imports increased by X%. The volume of import peaked at X tons in 2022, and then contracted slightly in the following year.
In value terms, molluscs imports reduced to $X in 2023. Total imports indicated a measured increase from 2012 to 2023: its value increased at an average annual rate of X% over the last eleven-year period. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2023 figures, imports increased by X% against 2020 indices. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 with an increase of X% against the previous year. The level of import peaked at $X in 2022, and then declined in the following year.
Imports by Country
Spain was the main importer of molluscs (scallops, mussels, cuttle fish, squid and octopus) in the European Union, with the volume of imports amounting to X tons, which was near X% of total imports in 2023. It was distantly followed by Italy (X tons), Portugal (X tons) and France (X tons), together mixing up a X% share of total imports. Greece (X tons), Germany (X tons) and Croatia (X tons) followed a long way behind the leaders.
From 2012 to 2023, the biggest increases were recorded for Croatia (with a CAGR of X%), while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.
In value terms, the largest molluscs importing markets in the European Union were Spain ($X), Italy ($X) and France ($X), with a combined X% share of total imports. Portugal, Greece, Germany and Croatia lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further X%.
In terms of the main importing countries, Croatia, with a CAGR of X%, saw the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of imports, over the period under review, while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.
Import Prices by Country
The import price in the European Union stood at $X per ton in 2023, falling by X% against the previous year. Import price indicated a moderate expansion from 2012 to 2023: its price increased at an average annual rate of X% over the last eleven-year period. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2023 figures, molluscs import price increased by X% against 2020 indices. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2016 an increase of X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, import prices reached the maximum at $X per ton in 2022, and then reduced slightly in the following year.
Average prices varied somewhat amongst the major importing countries. In 2023, major importing countries recorded the following prices: in Germany ($X per ton) and France ($X per ton), while Croatia ($X per ton) and Spain ($X per ton) were amongst the lowest.
From 2012 to 2023, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Croatia (X%), while the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.
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This report provides an in-depth analysis of the molluscs market in the EU. 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:
- Austria
- Belgium
- Bulgaria
- Croatia
- Cyprus
- Czech Republic
- Denmark
- Estonia
- Finland
- France
- Germany
- Greece
- Hungary
- Ireland
- Italy
- Latvia
- Lithuania
- Luxembourg
- Malta
- Netherlands
- Poland
- Portugal
- Romania
- Slovakia
- Slovenia
- Spain
- Sweden
Data coverage:
- Market volume and value
- Per Capita consumption
- Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
- Production in the EU, split by region and country
- Trade (exports and imports) in the EU
- Export and import prices
- Market trends, drivers and restraints
- Key market players and their profiles
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1. INTRODUCTION
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- REPORT DESCRIPTION
- RESEARCH METHODOLOGY AND AI PLATFORM
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- GLOSSARY AND SPECIFIC TERMS
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2. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
A Quick Overview of Market Performance
- KEY FINDINGS
- MARKET TRENDS This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
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3. MARKET OVERVIEW
Understanding the Current State of The Market and Its Prospects
- MARKET SIZE
- CONSUMPTION BY COUNTRY
- MARKET FORECAST TO 2030
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4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCT
Finding New Products to Diversify Your Business
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- BEST-SELLING PRODUCTS
- MOST CONSUMED PRODUCT
- MOST TRADED PRODUCT
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5. MOST PROMISING SUPPLYING COUNTRIES
Choosing the Best Countries to Establish Your Sustainable Supply Chain
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- TOP PRODUCING COUNTRIES
- TOP EXPORTING COUNTRIES
- LOW-COST EXPORTING COUNTRIES
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6. MOST PROMISING OVERSEAS MARKETS
Choosing the Best Countries to Boost Your Exports
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- TOP CONSUMING MARKETS
- UNSATURATED MARKETS
- TOP IMPORTING MARKETS
- MOST PROFITABLE MARKETS
7. PRODUCTION
The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry
- PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE
- PRODUCTION BY COUNTRY
8. IMPORTS
The Largest Importers on The Market and How They Succeed
- IMPORTS FROM 2012–2023
- IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
- IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
9. EXPORTS
The Largest Exporters on The Market and How They Succeed
- EXPORTS FROM 2012–2023
- EXPORTS BY COUNTRY
- EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
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10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS
The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles
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11. COUNTRY PROFILES
The Largest Markets And Their Profiles
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- Belgium
- Bulgaria
- Croatia
- Cyprus
- Czech Republic
- Denmark
- Estonia
- Finland
- France
- Germany
- Greece
- Hungary
- Ireland
- Italy
- Latvia
- Lithuania
- Luxembourg
- Malta
- Netherlands
- Poland
- Portugal
- Romania
- Slovakia
- Slovenia
- Spain
- Sweden
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LIST OF TABLES
- Key Findings In 2023
- Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
- Market Value, 2012–2023
- Per Capita Consumption, By Country, 2018–2023
- Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Import Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Export Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023
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LIST OF FIGURES
- Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
- Market Value, 2012–2023
- Consumption, By Country, 2023
- Market Volume Forecast to 2030
- Market Value Forecast to 2030
- Products: Market Size And Growth, By Type
- Products: Average Per Capita Consumption, By Type
- Products: Exports And Growth, By Type
- Products: Export Prices And Growth, By Type
- Production Volume And Growth
- Exports And Growth
- Export Prices And Growth
- Market Size And Growth
- Per Capita Consumption
- Imports And Growth
- Import Prices
- Production, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
- Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
- Production, By Country, 2023
- Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
- Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
- Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
- Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Import Prices, By Country, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
- Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Export Prices, 2012–2023
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