Sub Product
Raw Materials
HS Code
160561
Last Updated
2026-04-16
Key takeaways for search and sourcing teams
- Dried Sea Cucumber market coverage spans 58 countries.
- 248 exporter companies and 246 importer companies are indexed in the global supply chain intelligence network for this product.
- 678 supplier-linked transactions are summarized across the top 12 countries.
- 0 premium suppliers and 0 catalog items are currently listed.
- Wholesale sample entries: 0; farmgate sample entries: 0.
- Latest reference year in this page dataset is 2024.
- Page data last updated on 2026-04-16.
Global Supplier Transactions, Export Activity, and Price Benchmarks for Dried Sea Cucumber
Analyze 678 supplier-linked transactions across the top 12 countries, with monthly unit-price benchmarks to track export competitiveness and sourcing risk for Dried Sea Cucumber.
Dried Sea Cucumber Country YoY Change in Supplier Transactions and Export Momentum
Compare positive and negative YoY shifts in Dried Sea Cucumber to identify accelerating supplier markets and weakening export corridors.
Top YoY shifts for Dried Sea Cucumber: Malaysia (+163.4%), China (+83.8%), Peru (-60.3%).
Dried Sea Cucumber Country-Level Supplier Transaction and Unit Price Summary
As of 2025-05, benchmark Dried Sea Cucumber country transaction counts with monthly unit price and volume to prioritize supplier and export markets.
In 2025-10, countries with visible Dried Sea Cucumber transaction unit prices: Indonesia (125.00 USD / kg), Philippines (74.42 USD / kg), Sri Lanka (23.57 USD / kg), India (21.49 USD / kg), Mexico (20.70 USD / kg), 1 more countries.
| 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vietnam | +7.2% | 111 | 67.47 USD / kg (6,872 kg) | 62.40 USD / kg (4,470.1 kg) | 69.71 USD / kg (11,244 kg) | 69.01 USD / kg (4,630 kg) | 70.91 USD / kg (4,478.4 kg) | - (-) | ||||||
| Indonesia | +28.3% | 28 | 79.59 USD / kg (1,175 kg) | 36.50 USD / kg (895.27 kg) | 116.00 USD / kg (450 kg) | 48.00 USD / kg (1,067.67 kg) | 34.17 USD / kg (205 kg) | 125.00 USD / kg (150 kg) | ||||||
| Philippines | -14.7% | 110 | 32.35 USD / kg (52,930 kg) | 44.62 USD / kg (15,916.4 kg) | 70.71 USD / kg (26,687 kg) | 20.53 USD / kg (102,795 kg) | 85.92 USD / kg (2,726 kg) | 74.42 USD / kg (22,315 kg) | ||||||
| China | +83.8% | 35 | 9.00 USD / kg (1,920 kg) | 27.35 USD / kg (4,778 kg) | 15.50 USD / kg (4,400 kg) | 13.25 USD / kg (11,110 kg) | 14.00 USD / kg (16,780 kg) | 7.12 USD / kg (21,886 kg) | ||||||
| Mexico | -44.1% | 41 | 9.26 USD / kg (8,144 kg) | 9.39 USD / kg (2,394 kg) | 6.35 USD / kg (2,583.8 kg) | 6.71 USD / kg (12,764 kg) | 21.40 USD / kg (2,430 kg) | 20.70 USD / kg (200 kg) | ||||||
| Canada | -5.3% | 28 | - (-) | - (-) | 57.01 USD / kg (750 kg) | 57.92 USD / kg (1,500 kg) | - (-) | - (-) | ||||||
| United States | -25.8% | 12 | - (-) | 67.03 USD / kg (11,200 kg) | 405.00 USD / kg (320 kg) | 77.50 USD / kg (400 kg) | 188.28 USD / kg (11,000 kg) | - (-) | ||||||
| Peru | -60.3% | 2 | - (-) | - (-) | 18.84 USD / kg (-) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | ||||||
| Sri Lanka | -11.8% | 290 | 29.15 USD / kg (23,300.75 kg) | 24.31 USD / kg (17,723.75 kg) | 26.35 USD / kg (12,474.55 kg) | 26.41 USD / kg (19,880.75 kg) | 26.74 USD / kg (12,474.9 kg) | 23.57 USD / kg (23,549.25 kg) | ||||||
| Japan | -2.5% | 5 | - (-) | 137.97 USD / kg (90 kg) | - (-) | 302.43 USD / kg (240 kg) | 35.37 USD / kg (-) | - (-) |
Dried Sea Cucumber Global Supply Chain Coverage
494 companies
248 exporters and 246 importers are mapped for Dried Sea Cucumber.
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Dried Sea Cucumber Export Supplier Intelligence, Trade Flows, and Price Signals
248 exporter companies are mapped in Tridge Supply Chain Intelligence for Dried Sea Cucumber. Exporters and importers can use company profiles and analytics to evaluate supplier coverage, trading activity, and route opportunities.
Dried Sea Cucumber Top Exporters and Supplier Profiles
Review leading exporter profiles while benchmarking against 248 total exporter companies in the Dried Sea Cucumber supply chain intelligence network. Exporters and importers can unlock company profiles and analytics to qualify partners faster.
(Sri Lanka)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-03-16
Recently Export Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Food Wholesalers
Value Chain Roles: Trade
(Vietnam)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-03-16
Recently Export Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Others
Value Chain Roles: Logistics
(Sri Lanka)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-03-16
Recently Export Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Fishing AquacultureOthers
Value Chain Roles: TradeDistribution / Wholesale
(South Korea)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-03-16
Recently Export Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Freight Forwarding And IntermodalLand Transport
Value Chain Roles: Distribution / WholesaleLogistics
(Japan)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-03-16
Recently Export Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Food Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: TradeFood Manufacturing
(Philippines)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-03-20
Recently Export Partner Companies: 1
Employee Size: 11 - 50 Employees
Industries: Fishing AquacultureFood ManufacturingBrokers And Trade Agencies
Value Chain Roles: Distribution / WholesaleTrade
Dried Sea Cucumber Global Exporter Coverage
248 companies
Exporter company count is a key signal for Dried Sea Cucumber supply depth and sourcing optionality.
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Top Exporting Countries for Dried Sea Cucumber (HS Code 160561) in 2024
For Dried Sea Cucumber in 2024, compare export volume and value across the top 10 supplier countries to map core supply structure.
| Rank | Country | Volume | Value | Report |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Japan | 200,670 kg | 69,373,634.993 USD | View → |
| 2 | Malaysia | 914,066.02 kg | 14,046,156.466 USD | View → |
| 3 | South Korea | 663,668.5 kg | 13,211,154 USD | View → |
| 4 | Canada | 556,392 kg | 3,416,035.038 USD | View → |
| 5 | United States | 185,200 kg | 2,112,137 USD | View → |
| 6 | Fiji | 52,000 kg | 849,433.05 USD | View → |
| 7 | Sri Lanka | 32,546 kg | 840,100.067 USD | View → |
| 8 | Philippines | 33,417.68 kg | 825,870 USD | View → |
| 9 | Greece | 16,167 kg | 570,663.45 USD | View → |
| 10 | Netherlands | 77,302.517 kg | 420,916.113 USD | View → |
Dried Sea Cucumber Export Trade Flow and Partner Country Summary
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Dried Sea Cucumber Import Buyer Intelligence, Demand Signals, and Price Benchmarks
246 importer companies are mapped for Dried Sea Cucumber demand intelligence. Use Supply Chain Intelligence company profiles and analytics to prioritize buyers, distributors, and downstream demand partners by market.
Dried Sea Cucumber Top Buyers, Importers, and Demand Partners
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(Sri Lanka)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-03-16
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Food Wholesalers
Value Chain Roles: -
(United States)
Latest Import Transaction: 2025-10-24
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Beverage ManufacturingFood Services And Drinking PlacesFood Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: -
(Singapore)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-03-16
Employee Size: 1 - 10 Employees
Industries: OthersFood Wholesalers
Value Chain Roles: -
(China)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-03-16
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Fishing AquacultureFood ManufacturingFood Services And Drinking Places
Value Chain Roles: -
(South Korea)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-03-25
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Food Wholesalers
Value Chain Roles: -
(Hong Kong)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-03-16
Industries: OthersFood Wholesalers
Value Chain Roles: -
Global Importer Coverage
246 companies
Importer company count highlights the current depth of demand-side visibility for Dried Sea Cucumber.
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Top Import Demand Countries for Dried Sea Cucumber (HS Code 160561) in 2024
For Dried Sea Cucumber in 2024, compare import volume and value across the top 10 demand countries to identify priority markets.
| Rank | Country | Volume | Value | Report |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | South Korea | 736,205.463 kg | 15,303,339 USD | View → |
| 2 | United States | 135,193 kg | 2,607,411 USD | View → |
| 3 | Malaysia | 298,854.45 kg | 2,413,285.854 USD | View → |
| 4 | Hong Kong | 40,657 kg | 1,081,812.551 USD | View → |
| 5 | Australia | 8,028.67 kg | 590,032.311 USD | View → |
| 6 | Belgium | 32,332.57 kg | 301,755.16 USD | View → |
| 7 | Canada | 5,012.946 kg | 104,475.1 USD | View → |
| 8 | New Zealand | 1,205 kg | 64,554.745 USD | View → |
| 9 | Italy | 9,600 kg | 47,343.321 USD | View → |
| 10 | Portugal | 4,987 kg | 32,926.014 USD | View → |
Dried Sea Cucumber Import Trade Flow and Origin Country Summary
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Classification
Product TypeProcessed Food
Product FormDried
Industry PositionProcessed Seafood Product
Market
Dried sea cucumber (bêche-de-mer/trepang) is a high-value dried seafood traded internationally largely to satisfy Asian luxury food demand, with China (including Hong Kong SAR as a key entrepôt) repeatedly identified as the dominant destination market. Supply is structurally constrained because much of the raw material is sourced from wild capture fisheries across the Indo-Pacific and other regions, where overexploitation and IUU fishing have driven sequential stock depletion and periodic bans or strict seasonal openings. Trade commonly passes through hub markets (notably Hong Kong and Singapore) where grading, cleaning, re-drying and repacking may occur before onward sale. Aquaculture (notably Apostichopus japonicus production in China and pilot farming of Holothuria scabra in parts of the Asia-Pacific) is an important but uneven counterweight to wild-supply volatility.
Market GrowthMixed (structural/evergreen)Demand remains strong in Asian luxury dried-seafood markets, but traded volumes and availability are frequently constrained by stock depletion, management closures, and compliance requirements.
Major Producing Countries
- IndonesiaIdentified by FAO (2008) as the major exporter from capture fisheries; indicative of substantial production/harvest base.
- PhilippinesFAO (2008) hotspot case study country; historically a major supplier into Hong Kong/Singapore bêche-de-mer trade channels.
- Papua New GuineaFAO (2008) hotspot case study country in the Western Central Pacific; important small-scale fishery in regional trade.
- ChinaFAO (2008) notes large-scale aquaculture production of Apostichopus japonicus mainly supplying domestic demand; China is also a key trade destination.
- SeychellesFAO (2008) hotspot case study country in the Africa & Indian Ocean region; illustrates commercial fishery importance and management pressures.
- CanadaFAO (2008) includes the Newfoundland & Labrador Cucumaria frondosa fishery as a temperate-region hotspot, indicating material production in northern waters.
- MadagascarFAO (2008) cites Madagascar among countries pursuing aquaculture/restocking ventures for sea cucumbers.
- VietnamFAO (2008) cites Viet Nam among countries pursuing aquaculture/restocking ventures; also active in regional dried seafood trade.
Major Exporting Countries
- IndonesiaFAO (2008) identifies Indonesia as the major exporter of sea cucumber products from capture fisheries.
- PhilippinesFAO (2008) hotspot and FAO marketing notes describe the Philippines as a leading supplier into hub markets (Hong Kong/Singapore) in historical trade statistics.
- Papua New GuineaFAO (2008) hotspot country; Western Central Pacific exports are significant in bêche-de-mer trade.
- SeychellesFAO (2008) hotspot country; export-oriented fishery subject to management controls.
- FijiGovernment notices document regulated harvest windows and subsequent permitted export periods, indicating episodic export availability.
- Sri LankaFAO marketing notes list Sri Lanka among major suppliers into Singapore’s bêche-de-mer trade channels in historical statistics.
- IndiaFAO marketing notes list India among major suppliers into Singapore’s bêche-de-mer trade channels in historical statistics.
Major Importing Countries
- Hong KongFAO (2008) identifies China, Hong Kong SAR as the most important importing destination for bêche-de-mer, receiving product from most regions.
- ChinaFAO (2008) emphasizes long-standing Asian (including Chinese) demand; mainland China is a core consumer market alongside Hong Kong’s hub role.
- SingaporeFAO marketing notes describe Singapore as a main distribution center for bêche-de-mer, with significant re-export activity.
- United Arab EmiratesFAO (2008) notes the UAE as an intermediate market in the Indian Ocean trade context.
Supply Calendar
- Fiji:Feb, Mar, Apr, MayGovernment-announced temporary fishery opening in 2026 allowed harvesting from February through May, followed by a defined export window after processing.
Specification
Major VarietiesApostichopus japonicus (Japanese/Asian sea cucumber), Holothuria scabra (sandfish), Holothuria fuscogilva (white teatfish), Holothuria nobilis (black teatfish), Holothuria whitmaei (teatfish), Isostichopus fuscus (Galápagos sea cucumber)
Physical Attributes
- Sold as bêche-de-mer/trepang: processed (typically cooked and dried) whole sea cucumber bodies, then rehydrated prior to cooking.
- High-grade product emphasizes intact body shape, uniform appearance, and absence of residual viscera/sand/foreign matter.
Compositional Metrics
- Low residual moisture is a core buyer specification dimension to reduce mold risk and preserve texture during storage and shipping.
Grades
- Commercial grading commonly differentiates by species, size/count, dryness, and visual defects; high-value 'teatfish' and 'sandfish' categories command premium positioning in Chinese retail markets.
Packaging
- Moisture-barrier inner packs (sealed plastic) within cartons; desiccants are commonly used to control humidity during transit and storage.
- Export lots are typically segregated by species and grade to match destination buyer specifications.
ProcessingProcessing is highly quality-sensitive: incomplete evisceration/cleaning or uneven drying can cause spoilage, discoloration, or texture defects that downgrade value.Rehydration performance (size recovery and texture) is a key end-use quality expectation in foodservice and home cooking.
Supply Chain
Value Chain
- Wild harvest or aquaculture harvest -> landing and sorting -> evisceration/cleaning -> blanching/boiling -> salting (for salted-dried types) -> drying (sun or hot-air) -> grading -> packing -> export via traders/hubs (often Hong Kong/Singapore) -> wholesale -> retail/foodservice
Demand Drivers
- Long-standing Asian demand positioning bêche-de-mer as a dietary delicacy and traditional medicinal/tonic food in Chinese culinary contexts (banquets, gifting).
- Luxury market dynamics where scarcity and species/grade differentiation drive high price dispersion.
- Shelf-stable dried format enables long-distance trade versus fresh/frozen alternatives.
Temperature
- Ambient shipping is common for well-dried product, but quality depends on strict moisture control; high humidity can trigger mold and odor defects.
- Warehousing requires cool, dry conditions and pest management to avoid insect damage in long storage cycles.
Shelf Life
- Long shelf life when kept dry and protected from humidity; quality loss is typically driven by moisture uptake, mold, and insect infestation rather than time alone.
Risks
Overfishing And IUU Trade HighGlobal supply is highly exposed to wild stock depletion and illegal, unreported and unregulated fishing/trade. FAO’s global review documents widespread overfishing and sequential depletion across regions, which can trigger abrupt fishery closures, tighter quotas, and sudden export interruptions that disrupt contracted supply.Use verified legal origin documentation, implement batch-level traceability (species/origin/processor), prioritize suppliers operating under managed fisheries and audited processing facilities, and avoid sourcing categories linked to active closures or known IUU hotspots.
Regulatory Compliance HighTrade controls are tightening for high-value species and in jurisdictions responding to stock declines (e.g., CITES Appendix II listing for select teatfish species; national bans or limited seasonal openings). Non-compliance can result in shipment seizure, loss of market access, and reputational damage.Screen species against current CITES/national protected lists, require export permits where applicable, and align HS classification and product descriptions (e.g., HS 030819/0308.19) with documented species/processing states.
Quality And Spoilage MediumValue is highly grade-sensitive; moisture uptake during storage or transit can cause mold, odor, and texture degradation that materially downgrades product. Variability in artisanal processing steps (boiling, salting, drying) creates inconsistent outcomes across suppliers and origins.Specify dryness/defect tolerances in contracts, require humidity-controlled packaging, conduct pre-shipment inspections and sensory/visual grading checks, and store under low-humidity conditions with pest control.
Fraud And Mislabeling MediumHigh prices and species-based premiums create incentives for mislabeling species, origin laundering, or mixing grades—especially where trade passes through hub markets that reprocess and repackage dried products.Require species identification capability (trained graders and/or lab verification where feasible), segregate lots by species/grade, and audit chain-of-custody through intermediary hubs.
Sustainability
- Overexploitation and sequential depletion of wild stocks across regions, including collapses in some high-profile protected areas, with slow recovery dynamics.
- IUU fishing and illegal trade as recurring pressures where enforcement capacity is limited.
- Habitat dependence (coral reefs, seagrass beds and soft sediments) makes stocks vulnerable to coastal habitat degradation and destructive fishing practices.
- CITES-linked conservation scrutiny for certain high-value species (e.g., teatfish) and tightening national fishery controls (bans, limited seasons).
Labor & Social
- High livelihood dependence for many small-scale coastal fishers can amplify non-compliance incentives when alternative income is limited.
- Supply-chain integrity risks (smuggling, misdeclaration, laundering through hub markets) where monitoring and traceability systems are weak.
FAQ
Which market is most frequently identified as the main destination for global bêche-de-mer (dried sea cucumber) exports?FAO’s global review identifies China, Hong Kong SAR as the most important importing destination for bêche-de-mer, with products arriving from most countries worldwide.
What HS code is commonly associated with dried/salted sea cucumbers in international trade documentation?UNSD’s HS 2012 classification details include code 030819 for sea cucumbers in forms including dried and salted/in brine (alongside frozen and smoked forms). Many customs schedules further express dried/salted sea cucumbers under HS 03.08.19 at the 6-digit level.
Which high-value sea cucumber species were listed in CITES Appendix II under the CoP18 teatfish decision?CITES’ CoP18 decision placed three teatfish species into Appendix II: Holothuria fuscogilva (white teatfish), Holothuria nobilis (black teatfish), and Holothuria whitmaei (teatfish).
Sources
Dried Sea Cucumber Country Coverage for Suppliers, Export Flows, and Prices
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China
Hong Kong
Indonesia
Sri Lanka
Singapore
Malaysia
United States
Philippines
Vietnam
Japan
Macao
South Korea
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