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Last Updated
2026-04-16
Key takeaways for search and sourcing teams
- Dried Scallops market coverage spans 13 countries.
- 66 exporter companies and 68 importer companies are indexed in the global supply chain intelligence network for this product.
- 128 supplier-linked transactions are summarized across the top 8 countries.
- 0 premium suppliers and 0 catalog items are currently listed.
- Wholesale sample entries: 5; farmgate sample entries: 0.
- Latest reference year in this page dataset is 2026.
- Page data last updated on 2026-04-16.
Global Supplier Transactions, Export Activity, and Price Benchmarks for Dried Scallops
Analyze 128 supplier-linked transactions across the top 8 countries, with monthly unit-price benchmarks to track export competitiveness and sourcing risk for Dried Scallops.
Dried Scallops Country YoY Change in Supplier Transactions and Export Momentum
Compare positive and negative YoY shifts in Dried Scallops to identify accelerating supplier markets and weakening export corridors.
Top YoY shifts for Dried Scallops: Vietnam (-77.5%), Japan (-75.7%), China (-16.7%).
Dried Scallops Country-Level Supplier Transaction and Unit Price Summary
As of 2025-05, benchmark Dried Scallops country transaction counts with monthly unit price and volume to prioritize supplier and export markets.
In 2025-10, countries with visible Dried Scallops transaction unit prices: Mexico (3.00 USD / kg), Myanmar [Burma] (1.50 USD / kg), Vietnam (0.32 USD / kg), Japan (0.22 USD / kg).
| Country | YoY Change | Transaction Count | 2025-05 | 2025-06 | 2025-07 | 2025-08 | 2025-09 | 2025-10 | 2025-11 | 2025-12 | 2026-01 | 2026-02 | 2026-03 | 2026-04 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Japan | -75.7% | 29 | - (-) | - (-) | 37.70 USD / kg (1,379.28 kg) | - (-) | 37.19 USD / kg (604.8 kg) | 0.22 USD / kg (91,630.8 kg) | ||||||
| China | -16.7% | 9 | - (-) | - (-) | 3.09 USD / kg (8,223.6 kg) | - (-) | 85.00 USD / kg (500 kg) | - (-) | ||||||
| Vietnam | -77.5% | 77 | 2.00 USD / kg (6,000 kg) | - (-) | - (-) | 0.47 USD / kg (216,000 kg) | 0.30 USD / kg (327,269 kg) | 0.32 USD / kg (373,939 kg) | ||||||
| Singapore | - | 4 | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | ||||||
| Hong Kong | - | 4 | - (-) | - (-) | 4.68 USD / kg (37,365 kg) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | ||||||
| Peru | - | 1 | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | ||||||
| Mexico | +11.9% | 3 | - (-) | 2.50 USD / kg (114 kg) | - (-) | 2.20 USD / kg (100 kg) | - (-) | 3.00 USD / kg (95 kg) | ||||||
| Myanmar [Burma] | - | 1 | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | 1.50 USD / kg (34,200 kg) |
Dried Scallops Global Supply Chain Coverage
134 companies
66 exporters and 68 importers are mapped for Dried Scallops.
Exporters and importers can use Tridge Supply Chain Intelligence company profiles and analytics to identify counterparties for Dried Scallops, benchmark reach, and prioritize outreach by market.
Dried Scallops Export Supplier Intelligence, Trade Flows, and Price Signals
66 exporter companies are mapped in Tridge Supply Chain Intelligence for Dried Scallops. Exporters and importers can use company profiles and analytics to evaluate supplier coverage, trading activity, and route opportunities.
Dried Scallops Top Exporters and Supplier Profiles
Review leading exporter profiles while benchmarking against 66 total exporter companies in the Dried Scallops supply chain intelligence network. Exporters and importers can unlock company profiles and analytics to qualify partners faster.
(Hong Kong)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-03-16
Industries: OthersFood Wholesalers
Value Chain Roles: Distribution / WholesaleTrade
(Vietnam)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-03-16
Recently Export Partner Companies: 2
Industries: Food Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: Food ManufacturingTrade
Exporting Countries: China, Vietnam
Supplying Products: Dried Scallops
(China)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-03-16
Industries: Food ManufacturingOthersFood Wholesalers
Value Chain Roles: Distribution / WholesaleFood ManufacturingTrade
(Japan)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-03-16
Recently Export Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Food ManufacturingFood WholesalersFood Packaging
Value Chain Roles: Distribution / WholesaleFarming / Production / Processing / PackingFood Manufacturing
Exporting Countries: South Korea
Supplying Products: Dried Scallops
(Vietnam)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-03-16
Recently Export Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Others
Value Chain Roles: Trade
Exporting Countries: China
Supplying Products: Dried Scallops
(China)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-03-16
Employee Size: 11 - 50 Employees
Industries: OthersFood Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: Food ManufacturingTrade
Exporting Countries: United States
Supplying Products: Dried Scallops
Dried Scallops Global Exporter Coverage
66 companies
Exporter company count is a key signal for Dried Scallops supply depth and sourcing optionality.
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Dried Scallops Import Buyer Intelligence, Demand Signals, and Price Benchmarks
68 importer companies are mapped for Dried Scallops demand intelligence. Use Supply Chain Intelligence company profiles and analytics to prioritize buyers, distributors, and downstream demand partners by market.
Dried Scallops Top Buyers, Importers, and Demand Partners
Review leading buyer profiles and compare them against 68 total importer companies tracked for Dried Scallops. Exporters and importers can use Supply Chain Intelligence company profiles and analytics to evaluate buyer quality and demand concentration.
(China)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-01-08
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Employee Size: 51 - 100 Employees
Sales Revenue: USD 1M - 5M
Industries: Others
Value Chain Roles: -
(China)
Latest Import Transaction: 2025-09-08
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Others
Value Chain Roles: -
(China)
Latest Import Transaction: 2025-08-08
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Employee Size: 1 - 10 Employees
Industries: Fishing AquacultureOthersFood Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: -
(China)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-03-16
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Others
Value Chain Roles: -
(China)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-03-16
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Employee Size: 11 - 50 Employees
Industries: Others
Value Chain Roles: South Korea
(China)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-01-28
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Others
Value Chain Roles: -
Global Importer Coverage
68 companies
Importer company count highlights the current depth of demand-side visibility for Dried Scallops.
Use Supply Chain Intelligence analytics and company profiles to identify active Dried Scallops buyers, compare partner density by country, and refine GTM priorities.
Global Wholesale Supplier Price Trends by Country for Dried Scallops
Dried Scallops Monthly Wholesale Supplier Price Summary by Country
Monthly Dried Scallops wholesale unit-price benchmarks by country for export and sourcing decisions.
In 2025-10, countries with visible Dried Scallops wholesale unit prices: Taiwan (53.37 USD / kg).
| Country | 2025-05 | 2025-06 | 2025-07 | 2025-08 | 2025-09 | 2025-10 | 2025-11 | 2025-12 | 2026-01 | 2026-02 | 2026-03 | 2026-04 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Taiwan | 45.68 USD / kg | 45.99 USD / kg | - | 52.83 USD / kg | 57.39 USD / kg | 53.37 USD / kg |
Dried Scallops Wholesale Price Competitiveness by Major Exporting Countries
Compare Dried Scallops wholesale price ranges and YoY changes across the top 1 exporting countries to benchmark supplier price competitiveness.
Latest Dried Scallops Wholesale Export Price Updates
Use the latest 5 Dried Scallops wholesale updates to validate current export price points and origin-level supplier changes.
| Date | Entry Name | Unit Price (USD) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-03-01 | 干貝凍 * ***** ** | 41.47 USD / kg | |
| 2026-02-01 | 干貝 * ***** ** | 0.80 USD / kg | |
| 2026-02-01 | 干貝凍 * ***** ** | 43.43 USD / kg | |
| 2026-02-01 | 干貝 * ***** ** | 1.91 USD / kg | |
| 2025-07-01 | 干貝凍 * ***** ** | 2.04 USD / kg |
Classification
Product TypeProcessed Food
Product FormDried
Industry PositionValue-Added Seafood Product
Market
Dried scallops (often traded as dried scallop adductor muscle, including "conpoy") are a high-value niche seafood product with demand concentrated in Chinese cuisine supply chains and premium gifting channels. Upstream raw material supply is tied to scallop aquaculture and wild fisheries, with major production capacity and processing clustered in East Asia and the North Pacific/North Atlantic. Cross-border trade commonly routes into Hong Kong SAR and mainland China as key end-markets and redistribution hubs, alongside other East Asian premium markets. Prices and availability are sensitive to raw scallop landings, size grades, and food-safety compliance for marine biotoxins and contaminants, with traceability expectations rising in major import markets.
Market GrowthMixed (recent years)Premium gifting demand is cyclical while culinary-ingredient demand is steadier; overall trade is sensitive to raw scallop supply shocks and compliance actions.
Major Producing Countries
- ChinaMajor scallop aquaculture and seafood processing base; a key origin for dried scallop products in regional trade.
- JapanKnown for premium-grade dried scallops (notably from northern production areas) supplying high-end Asian markets.
- United StatesMajor wild scallop fishery producer (raw input supply), with downstream processing and export of scallop products.
- CanadaSignificant scallop harvesting and processing capacity supporting exported scallop products.
- RussiaNorth Pacific scallop resources contribute to regional raw supply for processing and export.
Major Exporting Countries
- JapanExports premium dried scallops into high-value Asian retail and foodservice channels.
- ChinaExports dried and processed scallop products; trade reporting may aggregate dried forms under broader mollusc categories.
- CanadaExports scallop products from Atlantic and Pacific supply bases; dried forms may appear under aggregated product codes.
- United StatesExports scallop products; dried product trade may be less consistently separated in public trade datasets.
Major Importing Countries
- Hong KongGlobal hub for premium dried seafood retail and re-export into regional markets.
- ChinaMajor end-market for dried scallops used in home cooking, foodservice, and gift channels.
- TaiwanPremium dried seafood consumption market with demand linked to culinary use and gifting.
- SingaporeHigh-income market importing premium dried seafood for retail and foodservice.
- MacaoPremium dried seafood retail demand with close linkage to Hong Kong/Greater Bay Area trade flows.
Specification
Major VarietiesYesso scallop (Patinopecten yessoensis), Sea scallop (Placopecten magellanicus), Japanese scallop (trade name often used for Patinopecten yessoensis), Bay scallop (Argopecten irradians) (used in some product streams)
Physical Attributes
- Whole dried adductor muscle with intact fibers (premium) versus broken/flake grades (ingredient)
- Color and surface appearance (e.g., uniform golden/amber versus dark spots) used as a quality cue in premium markets
- Aroma (clean marine/umami) and absence of rancid or musty notes are key acceptance factors
Compositional Metrics
- Moisture content and water activity are core specifications for shelf stability and mold prevention
- Salt content (where curing/brining is used) may be specified by buyers
- Screening and compliance for marine biotoxins and chemical contaminants are critical for import clearance in regulated markets
Grades
- Size/weight grading (e.g., large whole pieces versus smaller pieces) drives value segmentation
- Whole versus broken/flake grade used for culinary applications
- Origin and production method (wild-caught vs aquaculture) may be used as premium positioning attributes where verified
Packaging
- Moisture-barrier primary packaging (often vacuum-sealed or tightly sealed pouches) to prevent humidity uptake
- Use of desiccants/oxygen absorbers depending on target shelf life and distribution environment
- Secondary cartons designed to protect from crushing and to reduce exposure to ambient humidity during transit
ProcessingRehydration performance (texture recovery and shredding yield) is a common culinary quality requirementSensitivity to humidity: moisture uptake can cause caking, mold risk, and loss of aromaUmami intensity and broth-making performance are key buyer/consumer acceptance characteristics
Supply Chain
Value Chain
- Harvest/landing or farm harvest -> shucking -> adductor muscle separation -> washing -> optional steaming or brief heat treatment -> drying (sun or mechanical) -> grading (size/whole/broken) -> packaging with moisture control -> export distribution -> retail/foodservice
Demand Drivers
- Culinary use as an umami-rich ingredient in soups, congee, and stir-fries within Chinese cuisine supply chains
- Premium dried seafood gifting, particularly in high-income Asian markets and diaspora channels
- E-commerce and specialty retail expansion for shelf-stable premium seafood products
Temperature
- Primary control focus is low humidity rather than cold chain; keep sealed packs away from heat and moisture to preserve aroma and prevent quality loss
- In humid climates, cool storage reduces condensation risk when moving products between environments
Atmosphere Control
- Vacuum packaging and/or oxygen absorbers can reduce oxidation and odor loss in longer distribution chains
- Desiccants are commonly used to maintain low package humidity and reduce mold risk
Shelf Life
- Long shelf life when sufficiently dried and kept sealed in moisture-barrier packaging; quality deteriorates with humidity exposure
- Post-opening shelf life depends on resealing and humidity control; buyers often specify storage guidance to prevent moisture uptake
Risks
Climate HighHarmful algal blooms, warming waters, and extreme marine conditions can disrupt scallop availability through harvest closures, aquaculture losses, and tighter biotoxin management requirements, quickly constraining supply for dried scallop processing and trade.Diversify origins and species inputs; maintain biotoxin monitoring and supplier contingency plans; structure contracts to handle closure-driven supply shocks.
Food Safety HighMarine biotoxins, chemical contaminants (including heavy metals), and microbiological hazards can cause shipment rejections, recalls, and import bans for scallop products if controls and documentation are weak.Implement HACCP-based controls, routine third-party testing aligned to destination requirements, and validated drying parameters to prevent pathogen survival and mold growth.
Fraud And Mislabeling MediumPremium pricing for large whole dried scallops increases incentives for species substitution, origin mislabeling, and undisclosed processing practices, undermining buyer trust and triggering enforcement actions.Use supplier approval programs, lot-level traceability, DNA/species verification where needed, and clear specification agreements covering grading and processing claims.
Regulatory Compliance MediumImport regimes for fishery products (including sanitary controls and documentation requirements) can shift or tighten, increasing compliance costs and delaying clearance for dried seafood.Maintain up-to-date market access files per destination, verify establishment approvals where required, and pre-align documentation (health certificates, catch/production records).
Quality Degradation MediumHumidity exposure during storage and transit can cause moisture uptake, caking, mold risk, and loss of aroma, leading to downgrades and disputes in premium channels.Specify moisture/water-activity limits, require moisture-barrier packaging with desiccants, and control warehouse humidity with documented handling SOPs.
Sustainability
- Climate-linked harmful algal blooms and marine heatwaves can trigger shellfish harvest closures and elevate biotoxin risk management costs
- Benthic habitat impacts from dredge-based scallop fisheries (where used) create sustainability scrutiny and potential management tightening
- Aquaculture environmental management (effluent, site carrying capacity, and disease management) influences license-to-operate in key producing regions
Labor & Social
- Traceability and due-diligence expectations are rising across global seafood supply chains, including labor-rights screening by major retailers and import regulators
- Seasonal and migrant labor reliance in processing can elevate worker safety and wage-compliance risks without strong audits
FAQ
Which markets are most important for dried scallops in global trade?Demand is most concentrated in Chinese cuisine supply chains, with Hong Kong SAR and mainland China commonly acting as major end-markets and redistribution hubs. Other notable premium import markets include Taiwan and Singapore.
What is the single biggest global risk that can disrupt dried scallop supply?Climate-linked harmful algal blooms and extreme marine conditions can trigger shellfish harvest closures or aquaculture losses, which quickly tightens raw scallop availability and raises food-safety compliance barriers for trade.
How do buyers typically specify and grade dried scallops?Common specifications focus on size grade, whether pieces are whole versus broken/flake, appearance and aroma, and shelf-stability parameters such as moisture/water activity. Buyers also emphasize documented compliance for marine biotoxins and contaminants to avoid import rejections.
Sources
Dried Scallops Country Coverage for Suppliers, Export Flows, and Prices
Explore country-level Dried Scallops market pages for supplier coverage, trade flows, and price benchmarks.
China
Hong Kong
Vietnam
Japan
South Korea
Mexico
United States
Costa Rica
Taiwan
Singapore
Bolivia
Myanmar [Burma]
All country market pages: China, Hong Kong, Vietnam, Japan, South Korea, Mexico, United States, Costa Rica, Taiwan, Singapore, Bolivia, Myanmar [Burma], Peru
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