Raw Materials
Fresh Jellyfish
HS Code
030830
Last Updated
2026-06-04
Key takeaways for search and sourcing teams
- Dried Jellyfish market coverage spans 51 countries.
- 139 exporter companies and 154 importer companies are indexed in the global supply chain intelligence network for this product.
- 434 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 2026-06-04.
Global Supplier Transactions, Export Activity, and Price Benchmarks for Dried Jellyfish
Analyze 434 supplier-linked transactions across the top 12 countries, with monthly unit-price benchmarks to track export competitiveness and sourcing risk for Dried Jellyfish.
Dried Jellyfish Country YoY Change in Supplier Transactions and Export Momentum
Compare positive and negative YoY shifts in Dried Jellyfish to identify accelerating supplier markets and weakening export corridors.
Top YoY shifts for Dried Jellyfish: Vietnam (-87.3%), Japan (-77.4%), Malaysia (+32.3%).
Dried Jellyfish Country-Level Supplier Transaction and Unit Price Summary
As of 2025-07, benchmark Dried Jellyfish country transaction counts with monthly unit price and volume to prioritize supplier and export markets.
In 2025-12, countries with visible Dried Jellyfish transaction unit prices: Vietnam (18.00 USD / kg), South Korea (15.07 USD / kg), China (5.70 USD / kg), Thailand (2.54 USD / kg), Indonesia (2.39 USD / kg), 2 more countries.
| Country | YoY Change | Transaction Count | 2025-07 | 2025-08 | 2025-09 | 2025-10 | 2025-11 | 2025-12 | 2026-01 | 2026-02 | 2026-03 | 2026-04 | 2026-05 | 2026-06 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thailand | +16.6% | 236 | 2.70 USD / kg (162,125 kg) | 2.61 USD / kg (291,440 kg) | 2.67 USD / kg (292,700 kg) | 2.66 USD / kg (623,000 kg) | 2.64 USD / kg (255,000 kg) | 2.54 USD / kg (120,000 kg) | ||||||
| China | +29.6% | 86 | 3.02 USD / kg (96,793 kg) | 2.90 USD / kg (195,190 kg) | 2.32 USD / kg (96,546.25 kg) | 3.80 USD / kg (157,910 kg) | 3.58 USD / kg (220,930 kg) | 5.70 USD / kg (319,118 kg) | ||||||
| Japan | -77.4% | 3 | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | 4.97 USD / kg (48,380 kg) | - (-) | - (-) | ||||||
| India | +2.4% | 62 | 2.02 USD / kg (327,600 kg) | 2.00 USD / kg (107,590 kg) | 2.09 USD / kg (24,920 kg) | - (-) | 2.35 USD / kg (20,950 kg) | 1.79 USD / kg (380,782 kg) | ||||||
| Indonesia | +12.5% | 14 | - (-) | - (-) | 2.20 USD / kg (18,000 kg) | - (-) | 2.33 USD / kg (51,200 kg) | 2.39 USD / kg (18,000 kg) | ||||||
| South Africa | - | 9 | - (-) | 1.00 USD / kg (5 kg) | 1.00 USD / kg (10 kg) | - (-) | 1.00 USD / kg (5 kg) | 1.00 USD / kg (10 kg) | ||||||
| Malaysia | +32.3% | 5 | 2.85 USD / kg (-) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | 8.00 USD / kg (36,265 kg) | - (-) | ||||||
| Vietnam | -87.3% | 14 | 1.23 USD / kg (96,000 kg) | 1.18 USD / kg (263,996 kg) | - (-) | - (-) | 0.80 USD / kg (19,528.8 kg) | 18.00 USD / kg (72 kg) | ||||||
| South Korea | - | 1 | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | 15.07 USD / kg (18,580 kg) | ||||||
| Taiwan | - | 2 | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | 2.37 USD / kg (51,060 kg) | - (-) |
Dried Jellyfish Global Supply Chain Coverage
293 companies
139 exporters and 154 importers are mapped for Dried Jellyfish.
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Dried Jellyfish Export Supplier Intelligence, Trade Flows, and Price Signals
139 exporter companies are mapped in Tridge Supply Chain Intelligence for Dried Jellyfish. Exporters and importers can use company profiles and analytics to evaluate supplier coverage, trading activity, and route opportunities.
Dried Jellyfish Top Exporters and Supplier Profiles
Review leading exporter profiles while benchmarking against 139 total exporter companies in the Dried Jellyfish supply chain intelligence network. Exporters and importers can unlock company profiles and analytics to qualify partners faster.
(Pakistan)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-05-04
Industries: Brokers And Trade AgenciesFishing AquacultureFood ManufacturingFood Packaging
Value Chain Roles: Food ManufacturingTrade
(China)
Latest Export Transaction: 2025-11-20
Recently Export Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Food ManufacturingOthers
Value Chain Roles: Food ManufacturingTrade
(China)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-05-04
Recently Export Partner Companies: 1
Employee Size: Over 1000 Employees
Industries: Fishing AquacultureFood Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: Farming / Production / Processing / Packing
(China)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-05-04
Recently Export Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Fishing AquacultureFood Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: Trade
(China)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-03-30
Recently Export Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Others
Value Chain Roles: Farming / Production / Processing / Packing
(China)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-01-22
Recently Export Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Brokers And Trade AgenciesFishing AquacultureFood Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: Farming / Production / Processing / PackingFood ManufacturingTrade
Dried Jellyfish Global Exporter Coverage
139 companies
Exporter company count is a key signal for Dried Jellyfish supply depth and sourcing optionality.
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Top Exporting Countries for Dried Jellyfish (HS Code 030830) in 2024
For Dried Jellyfish in 2024, compare export volume and value across the top 10 supplier countries to map core supply structure.
| Rank | Country | Volume | Value |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | South Korea | 12,694,125.266 kg | 17,897,989 USD |
| 2 | Thailand | 7,618,154 kg | 15,661,810.33 USD |
| 3 | Pakistan | 4,304,782 kg | 6,972,339.918 USD |
| 4 | Malaysia | 3,401,592 kg | 6,322,817.465 USD |
| 5 | Mexico | 4,118,580 kg | 5,337,003 USD |
| 6 | Spain | 126,613.4 kg | 3,361,731.012 USD |
| 7 | India | 991,353 kg | 2,165,562.145 USD |
| 8 | Japan | 788,275 kg | 2,032,301.667 USD |
| 9 | Netherlands | 12,962.644 kg | 654,007.828 USD |
| 10 | Myanmar [Burma] | 223,820 kg | 411,762.84 USD |
Dried Jellyfish Export Trade Flow and Partner Country Summary
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Dried Jellyfish Import Buyer Intelligence, Demand Signals, and Price Benchmarks
154 importer companies are mapped for Dried Jellyfish demand intelligence. Use Supply Chain Intelligence company profiles and analytics to prioritize buyers, distributors, and downstream demand partners by market.
Dried Jellyfish Top Buyers, Importers, and Demand Partners
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(Thailand)
Latest Import Transaction: 2025-12-10
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Food Wholesalers
Value Chain Roles: -
(South Korea)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-05-04
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Employee Size: 11 - 50 Employees
Industries: Freight Forwarding And IntermodalLand TransportOthers
Value Chain Roles: -
(South Korea)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-05-14
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Fishing AquacultureFood Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: -
(South Korea)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-05-14
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Others
Value Chain Roles: -
(Vietnam)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-05-04
Industries: Food Services And Drinking Places
Value Chain Roles: -
(China)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-05-04
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Employee Size: 11 - 50 Employees
Industries: Others
Value Chain Roles: -
Global Importer Coverage
154 companies
Importer company count highlights the current depth of demand-side visibility for Dried Jellyfish.
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Top Import Demand Countries for Dried Jellyfish (HS Code 030830) in 2024
For Dried Jellyfish in 2024, compare import volume and value across the top 10 demand countries to identify priority markets.
| Rank | Country | Volume | Value |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | South Korea | 16,550,295.2 kg | 26,825,320 USD |
| 2 | Japan | 1,223,310 kg | 5,457,535.505 USD |
| 3 | Malaysia | 3,332,267.4 kg | 4,012,181.755 USD |
| 4 | Hong Kong | 196,459 kg | 1,397,154.236 USD |
| 5 | Spain | 80,789.247 kg | 1,335,878.194 USD |
| 6 | United States | 354,979 kg | 871,521 USD |
| 7 | Thailand | 1,197,319 kg | 870,170.17 USD |
| 8 | Australia | 96,729.5 kg | 733,185.428 USD |
| 9 | Canada | 197,881 kg | 643,576.663 USD |
| 10 | United Kingdom | 48,711 kg | 246,659.514 USD |
Dried Jellyfish Import Trade Flow and Origin Country Summary
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Classification
Product TypeProcessed Food
Product FormDried
Industry PositionValue-Added Seafood Product
Market
Dried jellyfish is a niche, internationally traded seafood product largely supplied by seasonal wild jellyfish fisheries and preserved through multi-stage salt curing commonly involving alum to achieve the characteristic firm, crunchy texture. Production and processing are most closely associated with East and Southeast Asia, where jellyfish is a long-established food product and where much of the downstream processing, grading, and distribution capacity is located. Trade statistics are commonly captured under HS 030830 (jellyfish, Rhopilema spp.), but product definitions and national tariff line details can vary, creating classification and comparability challenges across datasets. The market is highly sensitive to short harvest windows and interannual variability in jellyfish availability, as well as to food-safety and regulatory scrutiny related to additive use and residue control.
Market GrowthMixed (recent years)Stable traditional demand in core East/Southeast Asian markets with limited, regulation-constrained expansion into some Western markets
Major Producing Countries
- ChinaRhopilema esculentum is harvested in Chinese waters (e.g., Bohai/Yellow Sea region) and has documented fishery enhancement practices; dried/salted jellyfish products are an established part of regional seafood supply.
- MalaysiaSeasonal jellyfish aggregations are harvested and processed for human consumption in locations such as Darvel Bay (Sabah), using salt and aluminum salt during processing.
- JapanEdible jellyfish species occur in Japanese waters and are handled as seafood products, with occupational exposure (stings) documented for edible species.
Supply Calendar
- China (Bohai/Yellow Sea region):Jul, Aug, SepDocumented timing for Rhopilema esculentum fishery activity indicates an optimum fishing period around mid-August, with size peaking by mid-September before shrinkage.
Specification
Major VarietiesRhopilema esculentum, Rhopilema hispidum, Nemopilema nomurai
Physical Attributes
- Firm, crunchy texture after curing and subsequent rehydration/desalting
- Umbrella (body) and oral arms are commonly processed and traded as distinct edible parts with different value perceptions
Compositional Metrics
- Moisture content and water activity control are central to stability for salted/dried product forms
- Salt level and residual aluminum (when alum is used in curing) are common compliance and buyer-specification considerations
Grades
- Commercial grading commonly considers part (umbrella vs oral arms), size, color/appearance, and firmness/texture
Packaging
- Bulk salted/dried packs intended for further processing (e.g., desalting/rehydration) in destination markets
- Packaging that prevents moisture uptake is critical to maintain texture and reduce spoilage risk
ProcessingTraditional processing commonly uses multi-phase salting with alum to dehydrate and firm texture before drying; products are typically desalted/rehydrated before consumptionProcess control focuses on progressive dehydration, hygiene, and defect removal (sand/mucus/foreign matter) prior to grading
Supply Chain
Value Chain
- Seasonal wild harvest (often short windows) -> immediate trimming/cleaning -> multi-stage salt curing (often alum-assisted) -> draining/dehydration -> drying -> brushing/defect removal -> grading (size/color/firmness; part) -> bulk packing -> export -> importer/desalting and rehydration -> foodservice/retail preparation
Demand Drivers
- Established culinary use in East and Southeast Asian cuisines where jellyfish is valued primarily for texture (e.g., cold appetizer-style dishes)
- Ethnic and diaspora demand in import markets supplied through specialty importers and foodservice channels
- Interest in new product development in non-traditional markets, tempered by regulatory and consumer-acceptance constraints
Temperature
- Salted/dried product forms are generally handled as shelf-stable goods but require dry, sealed storage to prevent moisture uptake and spoilage defects
- Rehydrated/desalted jellyfish is more perishable and typically handled under refrigeration with strict hygiene controls
Shelf Life
- Shelf-life performance depends strongly on final moisture control, salt level, packaging integrity, and storage humidity; moisture exposure can lead to mold/quality defects and loss of texture
Risks
Climate And Resource Variability HighSupply is exposed to short, seasonal harvest windows and strong year-to-year variability in jellyfish availability; adverse weather and changing marine conditions can sharply reduce catches or render product unprocessable, disrupting exportable volumes and contract performance.Diversify sourcing across multiple fishing areas/seasons, build contingency inventory (where feasible), and use flexible contracting that accounts for seasonal variability and quality-loss triggers (rainfall/handling delays).
Food Safety HighTraditional curing commonly uses salt and alum; inadequate control can create compliance risks around residual aluminum exposure and can also lead to microbial/defect issues if dehydration and hygiene are not tightly managed.Implement HACCP-based controls aligned with Codex fish and fishery product guidance; validate additive use and monitor key parameters (moisture, salt, residues, and hygiene indicators) against destination-market requirements.
Regulatory Compliance MediumRegulatory treatment can vary by market (including additive permissions/limits and, in some regions, novel-food style requirements), and HS classification differences can complicate trade documentation and statistical benchmarking.Confirm product classification and additive/labeling compliance per destination; maintain specification dossiers (processing method, residue testing, traceability) to support border clearance.
Quality Degradation MediumMoisture uptake during storage/transport can cause mold, color change, and loss of desired texture, reducing grade-out yield and increasing claims risk.Use moisture-barrier packaging, humidity-controlled storage, and inbound QC sampling focused on moisture/appearance/odor/texture attributes.
Species And Traceability MediumBuyer expectations and tariff definitions may reference particular jellyfish taxa (e.g., Rhopilema spp.), while supply chains may involve multiple edible species and product parts, creating mislabeling and traceability risks.Maintain lot-level traceability for species/part/origin and align labeling and documentation to destination-market and buyer specifications.
Sustainability
- Wild-capture dependence and high interannual variability in jellyfish availability linked to oceanographic and weather conditions
- Fishery management and ecosystem-impact data gaps for some jellyfish fisheries, complicating sustainability assurance
- Processing brine and saline effluent management (salt/aluminum salt solutions) as a localized environmental compliance consideration
Labor & Social
- Occupational health and safety risks during harvest and handling (including stings) and during wet processing operations requiring PPE and training
FAQ
How is dried jellyfish typically processed for international trade?It is commonly preserved through a multi-stage curing process using salt and, in many traditional methods, alum (aluminum salts) to dehydrate the tissue and create a firm, crunchy texture. Processing generally involves cleaning and separating edible parts (often umbrella and oral arms), repeated salting/curing and draining steps to progressively reduce water content, followed by drying, defect removal, grading, and bulk packing for export.
What are common buyer or compliance specifications for dried jellyfish?Common specifications focus on moisture control (to prevent spoilage and maintain texture), salt level, appearance and texture attributes (firmness/crunch), cleanliness/foreign matter removal, and—when alum-based curing is used—control or monitoring of residual aluminum consistent with destination-market additive rules and food safety expectations.
Which HS code is commonly used to track jellyfish trade flows?At the 6-digit Harmonized System level, UN Statistics Division classifications include HS 030830 for jellyfish (Rhopilema spp.) in forms such as dried, salted, or in brine. National tariff line detail can differ, so importers/exporters typically confirm the exact subheading used by the destination customs authority.
Dried Jellyfish Country Coverage for Suppliers, Export Flows, and Prices
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All country market pages: China, Thailand, Indonesia, South Korea, India, Japan, Malaysia, Pakistan, Spain, Hong Kong, United States, Singapore, Canada, Myanmar [Burma], Italy, South Africa, Australia, Macao, Vietnam, Netherlands, Portugal, United Kingdom, Mexico, Germany, France, Belgium, Brunei, Czechia, Denmark, New Zealand, Kazakhstan, United Arab Emirates, Israel, Romania, Austria, Ireland, Bahrain, Luxembourg, Maldives, Cambodia, Lesotho, Switzerland, Fiji, Iceland, Nicaragua, Panama, Philippines, Poland, Sweden, Slovakia, Taiwan
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