South Korea, with a population of over 50 million and a GDP per capita of around US $ 33 thousand, presents a significant market for Peruvian hydrobiological species. The country's main port, Busan, is among the top 10 in the world and regularly receives vessels from 10 shipping companies. Korean consumers have adopted the Home Meal Replacement trend, preferring precooked, prepared, and preserved foods, particularly marine products like shrimp and anchovy. Despite being self-sufficient in these foods, there are opportunities for squid and shrimp. The Free Trade Agreement between Peru and South Korea, which came into effect in 2011, offers further opportunities for Peruvian exporters.