Sub Product
Chili-Seasoned Dried Conch, Lemon-Pepper Dried Conch, Salted Dried Conch, Sun-Dried Conch, +1
Raw Materials
Fresh Conch
HS Code
050800
Last Updated
2026-07-21
Key takeaways for search and sourcing teams
- Dried Conch market coverage spans 110 countries.
- 56 exporter companies and 37 importer companies are indexed in the global supply chain intelligence network for this product.
- 118 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 2026-07-21.
Global Supplier Transactions, Export Activity, and Price Benchmarks for Dried Conch
Analyze 118 supplier-linked transactions across the top 12 countries, with monthly unit-price benchmarks to track export competitiveness and sourcing risk for Dried Conch.
Dried Conch Country YoY Change in Supplier Transactions and Export Momentum
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Top YoY shifts for Dried Conch: Mexico (+71.4%), India (-41.7%), United States (-28.7%).
Dried Conch Country-Level Supplier Transaction and Unit Price Summary
As of 2025-08, benchmark Dried Conch country transaction counts with monthly unit price and volume to prioritize supplier and export markets.
In 2026-01, countries with visible Dried Conch transaction unit prices: Italy (2.54 USD / kg), United States (1.43 USD / kg), Mexico (0.80 USD / kg), Vietnam (0.55 USD / kg).
| Country | YoY Change | Transaction Count | 2025-08 | 2025-09 | 2025-10 | 2025-11 | 2025-12 | 2026-01 | 2026-02 | 2026-03 | 2026-04 | 2026-05 | 2026-06 | 2026-07 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Italy | +3.4% | 38 | 2.58 USD / kg (288 kg) | 2.66 USD / kg (14,604 kg) | 2.72 USD / kg (14,555.07 kg) | 3.95 USD / kg (272 kg) | 3.66 USD / kg (144 kg) | 2.54 USD / kg (8,744 kg) | ||||||
| China | - | 6 | - (-) | 20.20 USD / kg (10,910 kg) | - (-) | 18.89 USD / kg (18,000 kg) | 17.95 USD / kg (13,000 kg) | - (-) | ||||||
| India | -41.7% | 5 | - (-) | 1.53 USD / kg (40 kg) | - (-) | - (-) | 1.98 USD / kg (720 kg) | - (-) | ||||||
| Peru | -0.1% | 4 | - (-) | 0.87 USD / kg (11,982 kg) | 0.87 USD / kg (11,988 kg) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | ||||||
| Mexico | +71.4% | 17 | 11.43 USD / kg (750 kg) | 3.33 USD / kg (-) | - (-) | 0.23 USD / kg (26,030 kg) | 1.63 USD / kg (4,276 kg) | 0.80 USD / kg (21,000 kg) | ||||||
| United States | -28.7% | 9 | 2.21 USD / kg (1,185 kg) | - (-) | 1.43 USD / kg (26,975 kg) | 2.38 USD / kg (355 kg) | 2.42 USD / kg (355.42 kg) | 1.43 USD / kg (26,975 kg) | ||||||
| Vietnam | -25.3% | 34 | 0.51 USD / kg (29,107 kg) | 0.55 USD / kg (3,854 kg) | - (-) | 0.26 USD / kg (941 kg) | 0.60 USD / kg (2,022 kg) | 0.55 USD / kg (10,075 kg) | ||||||
| Bahamas | 0.0% | 1 | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | 0.51 USD / kg (1,630 kg) | - (-) | ||||||
| Germany | +3.6% | 1 | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | 3.78 USD / kg (41 kg) | - (-) | ||||||
| Nicaragua | 0.0% | 1 | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | 0.51 USD / kg (10,775 kg) | - (-) |
Dried Conch Global Supply Chain Coverage
93 companies
56 exporters and 37 importers are mapped for Dried Conch.
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Dried Conch Export Supplier Intelligence, Trade Flows, and Price Signals
56 exporter companies are mapped in Tridge Supply Chain Intelligence for Dried Conch. Exporters and importers can use company profiles and analytics to evaluate supplier coverage, trading activity, and route opportunities.
Dried Conch Top Exporters and Supplier Profiles
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(United Arab Emirates)
Latest Export Transaction: 2025-12-31
Recently Export Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Brokers And Trade AgenciesFood ManufacturingFood Services And Drinking Places
Value Chain Roles: Distribution / WholesaleTrade
Exporting Countries: India
Supplying Products: Dried Conch, Unseasoned Dried Conch
(Vietnam)
Latest Export Transaction: 2025-11-12
Recently Export Partner Companies: 2
Industries: Others
Value Chain Roles: Trade
Exporting Countries: Vietnam, China
Supplying Products: Dried Conch, Dried Top Shell, Dried Snail +5
(United States)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-06-21
Recently Export Partner Companies: 1
Employee Size: 11 - 50 Employees
Sales Revenue: USD 1M - 5M
Industries: Others
Value Chain Roles: Distribution / Wholesale
Exporting Countries: India, United States
Supplying Products: Dried Conch, Dried Top Shell, Dried Scallops +2
(Sri Lanka)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-06-21
Industries: Fishing AquacultureFood Wholesalers
Value Chain Roles: Distribution / WholesaleTrade
Exporting Countries: India, Hong Kong, United Arab Emirates, Malaysia, Singapore
Supplying Products: Dried Conch, Dried Sea Cucumber, Fresh Coconut +1
(United States)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-04-02
Recently Export Partner Companies: 1
Employee Size: 1 - 10 Employees
Industries: Others
Value Chain Roles: Trade
Exporting Countries: India
Supplying Products: Dried Conch
(Sri Lanka)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-06-21
Recently Export Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Fishing AquacultureFood Wholesalers
Value Chain Roles: Farming / Production / Processing / PackingTrade
Exporting Countries: India
Supplying Products: Dried Conch
Dried Conch Global Exporter Coverage
56 companies
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Top Exporting Countries for Dried Conch (HS Code 050800) in 2024
For Dried Conch in 2024, compare export volume and value across the top 10 supplier countries to map core supply structure.
| Rank | Country | Volume | Value |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Japan | 15,017,666 kg | 32,616,366.653 USD |
| 2 | Myanmar [Burma] | 16,041,075 kg | 12,722,272.405 USD |
| 3 | Netherlands | 82,316,467 kg | 8,779,545.097 USD |
| 4 | United Kingdom | 3,710,695 kg | 5,021,821.032 USD |
| 5 | Turkiye | 6,555,802 kg | 4,910,245 USD |
| 6 | India | 2,715,945.077 kg | 4,452,353.273 USD |
| 7 | Italy | 2,139,289.101 kg | 3,327,550.461 USD |
| 8 | Hong Kong | 43,058 kg | 2,891,122.686 USD |
| 9 | United States | 2,503,402 kg | 2,548,764 USD |
| 10 | Lithuania | 296,742.2 kg | 2,138,135 USD |
Dried Conch Export Trade Flow and Partner Country Summary
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Dried Conch Import Buyer Intelligence, Demand Signals, and Price Benchmarks
37 importer companies are mapped for Dried Conch demand intelligence. Use Supply Chain Intelligence company profiles and analytics to prioritize buyers, distributors, and downstream demand partners by market.
Dried Conch Top Buyers, Importers, and Demand Partners
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(United Arab Emirates)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-06-21
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Food PackagingFood Wholesalers
Value Chain Roles: -
(China)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-01-15
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Others
Value Chain Roles: -
(United Arab Emirates)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-06-21
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Food ManufacturingFood Services And Drinking PlacesFood Wholesalers
Value Chain Roles: India
(China)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-06-21
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Others
Value Chain Roles: -
(China)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-06-21
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Employee Size: 1 - 10 Employees
Industries: Food Wholesalers
Value Chain Roles: -
(India)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-06-21
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Others
Value Chain Roles: -
Global Importer Coverage
37 companies
Importer company count highlights the current depth of demand-side visibility for Dried Conch.
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Top Import Demand Countries for Dried Conch (HS Code 050800) in 2024
For Dried Conch in 2024, compare import volume and value across the top 10 demand countries to identify priority markets.
| Rank | Country | Volume | Value |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Hong Kong | 21,271 kg | 17,945,053.083 USD |
| 2 | United States | 2,319,888 kg | 11,562,409 USD |
| 3 | Japan | 5,216,642 kg | 6,849,608.832 USD |
| 4 | India | 2,810,561 kg | 6,027,507.524 USD |
| 5 | Italy | 6,308,563.305 kg | 3,845,979.193 USD |
| 6 | South Korea | 6,936,460.558 kg | 3,833,320 USD |
| 7 | Germany | 8,627,753.507 kg | 3,541,102.924 USD |
| 8 | Romania | 515,573.465 kg | 3,468,919.96 USD |
| 9 | United Kingdom | 5,949,489.671 kg | 3,231,516.974 USD |
| 10 | Canada | 2,252,121.189 kg | 2,045,332.45 USD |
Dried Conch Import Trade Flow and Origin Country Summary
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Classification
Product TypeProcessed Food
Product FormDried
Industry PositionValue-Added Seafood Product
Market
Dried conch is a shelf-stable dried seafood product primarily supplied from queen conch (Strombus gigas / Aliger gigas) fisheries in the Wider Caribbean, where the species is heavily managed due to historical overharvest and illegal landings. International trade is regulated under CITES Appendix II, making export permits and non-detriment findings a gating factor for legal supply and a frequent cause of trade friction or interruption. The United States is a dominant end-market for internationally traded queen conch meat, and dried formats support distribution where cold-chain is costly or unreliable. Beyond biological and regulatory constraints, premium dried-seafood retail channels face elevated product-integrity risk, including documented cases of conch being sold under false trade descriptions (e.g., marketed as abalone slices).
Major Producing Countries
- MexicoLarge conch fishery landings reported in FAO case-study materials (species-level context is queen conch within Western Central Atlantic assessments).
- Dominican RepublicSignificant conch landings and export activity reported in FAO case-study materials (queen conch context).
- CubaConch landings reported in FAO case-study materials (queen conch context), though export recording may vary by dataset.
- BahamasImportant conch fishery for livelihoods and domestic consumption; conch is a flagship fishery in FAO case-study materials (queen conch context).
- BelizeConch landings and exports referenced in FAO case-study materials (queen conch context).
- Turks and Caicos IslandsHighly conch-dependent fishery economy in FAO case-study materials (queen conch context).
Major Exporting Countries
- BelizeIdentified by FAO case-study materials as a main exporter among developing countries in the Western Central Atlantic in the referenced period (queen conch trade context).
- Turks and Caicos IslandsIdentified by FAO case-study materials as a main exporter among developing countries in the Western Central Atlantic in the referenced period (queen conch trade context).
- Dominican RepublicIdentified by FAO case-study materials as a main exporter among developing countries in the Western Central Atlantic in the referenced period (queen conch trade context).
Major Importing Countries
- United StatesMajor importer of queen conch; CITES notes the majority share of internationally traded meat consumption occurs in the U.S. (species-level context).
Specification
Major VarietiesQueen conch (Aliger gigas; synonym Strombus gigas)
Physical Attributes
- Dried conch meat typically sold as slices or pieces; firm and chewy when dry, requiring rehydration before cooking
- Color commonly ranges from off-white to beige/amber depending on drying conditions and cut
Compositional Metrics
- Moisture content / water activity targets are central to shelf stability (buyer specs commonly focus on dryness and absence of mold)
- Salt content may be specified when salted-dried processing is used (varies by processor and destination-market requirements)
Grades
- Species verification and legal harvest documentation (CITES Appendix II) are commercially critical for cross-border trade in queen conch-derived products
- Cut uniformity (slice thickness/size), cleanliness (sand/grit control), and absence of foreign matter are common buyer grading factors
Packaging
- Sealed moisture-barrier packs (often vacuum-sealed) for retail and foodservice; bulk-lined cartons for wholesale
- Use of desiccant/oxygen-management features may be specified for long distribution chains (specifications vary by buyer)
ProcessingRehydration/soaking step is typically required prior to culinary use; end-use quality depends on drying severity and rehydration performance
Supply Chain
Value Chain
- Wild harvest (often diver-caught) -> landing and initial inspection -> cleaning/trimming -> slicing/portioning -> drying/dehydration -> sorting/grading -> packaging (moisture barrier) -> export with CITES documentation (where queen conch) -> importer/wholesaler distribution -> retail/foodservice
Demand Drivers
- Persistent demand for queen conch meat in the United States, which is identified as a major importer and key consumption market for internationally traded meat
- Shelf-stable dried format supports distribution where cold-chain costs or reliability constrain fresh/frozen trade
Temperature
- Ambient storage is feasible when adequately dried, but temperature cycling that creates condensation can trigger moisture uptake and spoilage risk
- Cool, dry storage and protection from humidity are critical to maintain quality during shipping and warehousing
Atmosphere Control
- Moisture-barrier and oxygen-limiting packaging (e.g., vacuum sealing) is commonly used to reduce oxidation and moisture ingress; packaging specifications are often buyer-driven
Shelf Life
- Shelf life is primarily limited by moisture ingress and product integrity rather than rapid biological spoilage; inadequate drying or poor packaging can lead to mold or quality loss
Risks
Overharvest And Trade Controls HighGlobal legal supply for dried conch derived from queen conch is highly exposed to biological depletion and CITES Appendix II trade controls. Where stocks are depleted or governance is weak, illegal landings and unsustainable harvest can trigger stricter quotas, non-detriment finding constraints, or temporary trade suspensions, disrupting export availability and increasing compliance risk for buyers.Contract only with suppliers able to provide CITES documentation and traceable chain-of-custody; diversify sourcing across multiple compliant range states; build verification (species ID, documentation audits) into procurement.
Regulatory Compliance HighCITES Appendix II controls apply to readily recognizable queen conch specimens (including meat), requiring valid export permits based on a scientific non-detriment finding; documentation gaps can lead to shipment delays, seizure risk, or downstream market-access loss.Verify CITES permit validity and alignment with exporter quotas/NDF processes before shipment; maintain import-side recordkeeping and broker capacity for CITES-controlled marine products.
Food Fraud MediumPremium dried-seafood channels face product-substitution and misdescription risk; authorities have documented cases where products marketed as higher-value dried seafood (e.g., abalone slices) were confirmed by laboratory testing to be conch meat.Use authenticated suppliers, require clear species labeling and documentation, and apply periodic laboratory verification for high-value SKUs (especially sliced products).
Worker Safety MediumConch harvesting commonly involves diving, and regional management forums explicitly address Safety-at-Sea and compressed-air diving risk management; accidents or regulatory responses can disrupt harvesting capacity and raise social responsibility scrutiny.Include diver safety practices and incident reporting expectations in supplier audits; prefer fisheries/operations aligned with regional safety guidance and documented training.
Sustainability
- Overharvest and illegal landings have historically driven population declines and intensified management scrutiny for queen conch in the Wider Caribbean, including CITES-linked sustainability actions
- Habitat dependence on shallow coastal ecosystems (e.g., seagrass beds for juveniles) makes local stock productivity sensitive to coastal degradation and management effectiveness
Labor & Social
- Diver safety risks (including compressed-air diving risk management needs) are explicitly recognized in regional queen conch management discussions
FAQ
Why is dried conch trade sometimes tightly regulated or interrupted?If the product is derived from queen conch, international trade is regulated under CITES Appendix II. Exporters may need to show that exports are not detrimental to the species (a non-detriment finding) and obtain CITES export permits; when stocks are depleted or controls tighten, quotas or temporary trade suspensions can restrict supply.
Which market is most important for internationally traded queen conch meat?The United States is repeatedly identified as a major importer and is cited by CITES as consuming the majority share of internationally traded queen conch meat, which makes U.S. market conditions and compliance expectations influential for global trade.
What is a practical red flag for food fraud in dried conch products?Mislabeling risk is elevated for sliced premium dried seafood. Hong Kong authorities have reported a case where a product labeled as dried abalone slices was confirmed by a government laboratory to be conch meat, underscoring the need for supplier verification and, where appropriate, lab testing.
Sources
Dried Conch Country Coverage for Suppliers, Export Flows, and Prices
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All country market pages: Indonesia, South Korea, United States, China, India, Vietnam, Japan, Mexico, Philippines, Azerbaijan, Hong Kong, Malaysia, Netherlands, Kazakhstan, Myanmar [Burma], Thailand, France, Peru, Chile, United Kingdom, Italy, Tunisia, Turkiye, Germany, Spain, Portugal, Romania, Australia, Saudi Arabia, Lithuania, Canada, South Africa, Belgium, Nigeria, United Arab Emirates, Honduras, Costa Rica, Czechia, Morocco, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Serbia, Denmark, Poland, Switzerland, Tanzania, Slovakia, Austria, Sri Lanka, Madagascar, Ukraine, Senegal, Ivory Coast, Bulgaria, Brazil, Norway, Fiji, Ireland, Ecuador, Sweden, Greece, Croatia, Burkina Faso, Mozambique, Kenya, Singapore, Argentina, Barbados, Bahrain, Benin, Bermuda, Bahamas, Bhutan, Botswana, Belize, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Colombia, Cyprus, Estonia, Ethiopia, Finland, Gambia, Guatemala, Haiti, Hungary, Iran, Iceland, Kyrgyzstan, Laos, Lesotho, Luxembourg, Latvia, Moldova, Montenegro, Macedonia, Macao, Malta, Mauritius, Maldives, Namibia, Nicaragua, Nepal, Panama, Pakistan, Qatar, Slovenia, Swaziland, Turks and Caicos Islands, Uganda, Uzbekistan, Zambia
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