Fish and Seafood
U.S. Fish and Seafood Exports in 2024
Total Export Value
$4.93 Billion
Total Volume (Millions)
1.21 Metric Tons
3-Year Average
$5.17 Billion
Compound Average Growth
-1.38% (2015-2024)
| Market | Total Value (USD) |
|---|---|
| Canada | $1.06 Billion |
| China | $1.02 Billion |
| European Union | $981.45 Million |
| Japan | $568.06 Million |
| South Korea | $342.08 Million |
| Hong Kong | $139.37 Million |
| Mexico | $123.53 Million |
| Thailand | $87.06 Million |
| Vietnam | $64.35 Million |
| United Kingdom | $56 Million |
Data and Analysis
In 2024, Bulgarian imports from the United States were nearly $100 million, slightly lower than in 2023, but still up over 50 percent since 2019. Imports of U.S. products were driven by several product groups such as U.S. beef, tree and ground nuts, food preparations, whiskies, essential oils, and rubber.
Post COVID, China’s pre-prepared, ready-to-cook seafood market is experiencing rapid growth, fueled by evolving consumer lifestyles, rising disposable incomes, and an increasing preference for convenience.
Spain is one of the world’s largest markets for fish and seafood. In 2024, it was the fourth largest importer of fish and seafood in the world - after much larger countries like the United States, China, and Japan.
News and Features
The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Foreign Agricultural Service is now accepting applications for its agribusiness trade mission to Hong Kong, scheduled for May 12-16, 2025. Current and potential U.S. exporters interested in participating must apply by Jan. 30, 2025.
On February 4, 2022, the United States and European Union concluded negotiations to allow for resumption of bilateral trade in bivalve molluscan shellfish.
Contact: press@oc.usda.gov WASHINGTON, March 24, 2020 – The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) and the Office of the U.S. Trade Representative (USTR) today announced continued progress in the implementation of the agriculture-related provisions of...