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Dried Squid Market Overview 2026

Raw Materials
Fresh Squid
HS Code
030749
Last Updated
2026-05-10
Key takeaways for search and sourcing teams
  • Dried Squid market coverage spans 130 countries.
  • 575 exporter companies and 1,254 importer companies are indexed in the global supply chain intelligence network for this product.
  • 2,541 supplier-linked transactions are summarized across the top 16 countries.
  • 4 premium suppliers and 0 catalog items are currently listed.
  • Wholesale sample entries: 5; farmgate sample entries: 1.
  • Latest reference year in this page dataset is 2026.
  • Page data last updated on 2026-05-10.

Global Supplier Transactions, Export Activity, and Price Benchmarks for Dried Squid

Analyze 2,541 supplier-linked transactions across the top 16 countries, with monthly unit-price benchmarks to track export competitiveness and sourcing risk for Dried Squid.

Dried Squid Country YoY Change in Supplier Transactions and Export Momentum

Compare positive and negative YoY shifts in Dried Squid to identify accelerating supplier markets and weakening export corridors.
Top YoY shifts for Dried Squid: India (+134.1%), Indonesia (+80.7%), Taiwan (+61.2%).

Dried Squid Country-Level Supplier Transaction and Unit Price Summary

As of 2025-06, benchmark Dried Squid country transaction counts with monthly unit price and volume to prioritize supplier and export markets.
In 2025-11, countries with visible Dried Squid transaction unit prices: Japan (37.26 USD / kg), Peru (13.00 USD / kg), China (12.57 USD / kg), Indonesia (9.20 USD / kg), Vietnam (5.69 USD / kg), 8 more countries.
CountryYoY ChangeTransaction Count2025-062025-072025-082025-092025-102025-112025-122026-012026-022026-032026-042026-05
Vietnam+24.0%1,7884.64 USD / kg (2,212,348 kg)5.02 USD / kg (1,901,735 kg)6.27 USD / kg (2,825,014.08 kg)4.55 USD / kg (2,137,897.2 kg)5.44 USD / kg (1,676,775.6 kg)5.69 USD / kg (1,626,818.734 kg)
China+4.8%47613.22 USD / kg (114,870 kg)12.84 USD / kg (239,830 kg)11.81 USD / kg (186,700 kg)12.28 USD / kg (426,005 kg)12.31 USD / kg (379,790 kg)12.57 USD / kg (396,185 kg)
Japan+40.1%7925.14 USD / kg (534.6 kg)26.48 USD / kg (807 kg)25.42 USD / kg (28,701.8 kg)29.67 USD / kg (809.4 kg)22.26 USD / kg (17,618.6 kg)37.26 USD / kg (1,076.96 kg)
Taiwan+61.2%36.05 USD / kg (576 kg)- (-)- (-)- (-)- (-)4.82 USD / kg (5,790 kg)
Thailand-42.8%39- (-)- (-)8.00 USD / kg (53,221 kg)8.34 USD / kg (4,246.5 kg)8.10 USD / kg (66,422.57 kg)4.02 USD / kg (8,515.25 kg)
Indonesia+80.7%18- (-)12.00 USD / kg (105 kg)5.40 USD / kg (2,420 kg)13.67 USD / kg (9,066.5 kg)7.63 USD / kg (4,311 kg)9.20 USD / kg (600 kg)
Peru-482.47 USD / kg (-)7.20 USD / kg (93,251 kg)5.03 USD / kg (41,616 kg)4.00 USD / kg (47,220 kg)4.70 USD / kg (197,385 kg)13.00 USD / kg (10,000 kg)
South Korea-33.1%384.23 USD / kg (45,743.2 kg)12.11 USD / kg (-)1.62 USD / kg (93,189 kg)7.63 USD / kg (36,856 kg)5.65 USD / kg (89,464 kg)4.83 USD / kg (48,114.8 kg)
Philippines-4.9%253.52 USD / kg (262 kg)4.40 USD / kg (225 kg)15.42 USD / kg (4,414.9 kg)4.40 USD / kg (450 kg)4.40 USD / kg (255 kg)4.44 USD / kg (622.6 kg)
Spain-3- (-)- (-)- (-)- (-)- (-)5.65 USD / kg (42,110 kg)
Dried Squid Global Supply Chain Coverage
1,829 companies
575 exporters and 1,254 importers are mapped for Dried Squid.
Exporters and importers can use Tridge Supply Chain Intelligence company profiles and analytics to identify counterparties for Dried Squid, benchmark reach, and prioritize outreach by market.

Dried Squid Export Supplier Intelligence, Trade Flows, and Price Signals

575 exporter companies are mapped in Tridge Supply Chain Intelligence for Dried Squid. Exporters and importers can use company profiles and analytics to evaluate supplier coverage, trading activity, and route opportunities.

Dried Squid Verified Export Suppliers and Premium Partners

4 premium Dried Squid suppliers include country, industry, and contactability signals to prioritize credible export partners faster.
Fuqing Maowang Seafood Developing Co., Ltd.
China
Brokers And Trade AgenciesFood Services And Drinking PlacesFood PackagingFishing AquacultureFood Manufacturing
Hansung Co., Ltd.
South Korea
Food ManufacturingOthers
Hyundai Green Food Co., Ltd.
South Korea
Food Services And Drinking PlacesFood Manufacturing
Viet Sea Fish Co., Ltd.
Vietnam
Fishing AquacultureFood ManufacturingFood Packaging
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Dried Squid Top Exporters and Supplier Profiles

Review leading exporter profiles while benchmarking against 575 total exporter companies in the Dried Squid supply chain intelligence network. Exporters and importers can unlock company profiles and analytics to qualify partners faster.
(Vietnam)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-01-15
Recently Export Partner Companies: 2
Industries: Food Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: Farming / Production / Processing / PackingTradeDistribution / Wholesale
(China)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-01-29
Recently Export Partner Companies: 2
Industries: Fishing AquacultureFood Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: Farming / Production / Processing / PackingTrade
(Vietnam)
Latest Export Transaction: 2025-12-10
Recently Export Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Food Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: Food Manufacturing
(South Korea)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-04-10
Recently Export Partner Companies: 1
Employee Size: 11 - 50 Employees
Sales Revenue: USD 5M - 10M
Industries: Food Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: Food Manufacturing
(Vietnam)
Latest Export Transaction: 2025-12-16
Recently Export Partner Companies: 3
Industries: Food Wholesalers
Value Chain Roles: Distribution / Wholesale
(China)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-04-10
Industries: Fishing AquacultureFood Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: Food ManufacturingTrade
Dried Squid Global Exporter Coverage
575 companies
Exporter company count is a key signal for Dried Squid supply depth and sourcing optionality.
Use Supply Chain Intelligence analytics to narrow Dried Squid opportunities by country, product, and value-chain role, then open company profiles to validate fit.

Top Exporting Countries for Dried Squid (HS Code 030749) in 2024

For Dried Squid in 2024, compare export volume and value across the top 10 supplier countries to map core supply structure.
RankCountryVolumeValue
1United States4,663,238 kg13,845,807 USD
2Spain2,480,326.7 kg13,211,552.997 USD
3India2,679,156 kg11,670,645.988 USD
4Myanmar [Burma]2,441,013 kg8,045,284.477 USD
5Netherlands767,553.019 kg5,990,738.805 USD
6Thailand327,633.192 kg5,170,546.17 USD
7Malaysia1,014,180.44 kg4,868,882.218 USD
8Sri Lanka492,622 kg4,058,413.846 USD
9Latvia244,167 kg2,885,304.839 USD
10Italy220,467 kg2,318,305.453 USD

Dried Squid Export Trade Flow and Partner Country Summary

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Dried Squid Import Buyer Intelligence, Demand Signals, and Price Benchmarks

1,254 importer companies are mapped for Dried Squid demand intelligence. Use Supply Chain Intelligence company profiles and analytics to prioritize buyers, distributors, and downstream demand partners by market.

Dried Squid Top Buyers, Importers, and Demand Partners

Review leading buyer profiles and compare them against 1,254 total importer companies tracked for Dried Squid. Exporters and importers can use Supply Chain Intelligence company profiles and analytics to evaluate buyer quality and demand concentration.
(Malaysia)
Latest Import Transaction: 2025-06-23
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Food ManufacturingFishing Aquaculture
Value Chain Roles: -
(China)
Latest Import Transaction: 2025-07-30
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Food WholesalersOthers
Value Chain Roles: -
(United States)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-04-10
Industries: Others
Value Chain Roles: -
(Vietnam)
Latest Import Transaction: 2025-05-14
Industries: Others
Value Chain Roles: -
(Malaysia)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-04-10
Industries: OthersFood Wholesalers
Value Chain Roles: -
(South Korea)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-01-12
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Food ManufacturingFood PackagingFishing Aquaculture
Value Chain Roles: -
Global Importer Coverage
1,254 companies
Importer company count highlights the current depth of demand-side visibility for Dried Squid.
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Top Import Demand Countries for Dried Squid (HS Code 030749) in 2024

For Dried Squid in 2024, compare import volume and value across the top 10 demand countries to identify priority markets.
RankCountryVolumeValue
1Thailand7,707,038 kg60,045,992.93 USD
2United States8,617,061 kg53,300,822 USD
3South Korea1,466,239.264 kg33,560,760 USD
4Italy4,492,645 kg25,006,498.786 USD
5Malaysia2,722,349.76 kg23,008,068.646 USD
6Japan1,162,907 kg21,259,665.001 USD
7Spain1,450,690.67 kg7,865,698.127 USD
8Hong Kong515,521 kg7,347,457.524 USD
9Portugal740,945 kg3,969,445.25 USD
10Germany831,244 kg3,191,174.734 USD

Dried Squid Import Trade Flow and Origin Country Summary

Analyze Dried Squid origin-to-destination trade flows by value, volume, and share to monitor demand-side sourcing channels.

Global Wholesale Supplier Price Trends by Country for Dried Squid

Dried Squid Monthly Wholesale Supplier Price Summary by Country

Monthly Dried Squid wholesale unit-price benchmarks by country for export and sourcing decisions.
In 2025-11, countries with visible Dried Squid wholesale unit prices: Japan (25.61 USD / kg), Thailand (17.36 USD / kg), Ukraine (13.95 USD / kg), South Korea (13.20 USD / kg).
Country2025-062025-072025-082025-092025-102025-112025-122026-012026-022026-032026-042026-05
South Korea13.91 USD / kg16.92 USD / kg13.29 USD / kg13.20 USD / kg13.43 USD / kg13.20 USD / kg
Japan26.14 USD / kg25.35 USD / kg25.81 USD / kg25.85 USD / kg25.62 USD / kg25.61 USD / kg
Thailand16.55 USD / kg16.67 USD / kg17.02 USD / kg17.21 USD / kg16.90 USD / kg17.36 USD / kg
Ukraine14.11 USD / kg14.04 USD / kg14.17 USD / kg14.12 USD / kg14.07 USD / kg13.95 USD / kg

Dried Squid Wholesale Price Competitiveness by Major Exporting Countries

Compare Dried Squid wholesale price ranges and YoY changes across the top 4 exporting countries to benchmark supplier price competitiveness.
RankCountryAverageLowerUpperYoY
1South Korea13.62 USD / kg3.37 USD / kg32.48 USD / kg+4.3%
2Japan25.54 USD / kg6.79 USD / kg45.83 USD / kg+4.2%
3Thailand16.88 USD / kg8.66 USD / kg24.18 USD / kg+10.1%
4Ukraine13.93 USD / kg11.88 USD / kg15.35 USD / kg-0.5%

Latest Dried Squid Wholesale Export Price Updates

Use the latest 5 Dried Squid wholesale updates to validate current export price points and origin-level supplier changes.
DateEntry NameUnit Price (USD) 
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2026-04-01หัว******** ****** * 16.27 USD / kg
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Global Farmgate Supplier Price Trends by Country for Dried Squid

Dried Squid Monthly Farmgate Supplier Price Summary by Country

Monthly Dried Squid farmgate unit-price benchmarks by country to monitor supplier-side cost movement.
In 2025-11, countries with visible Dried Squid farmgate unit prices: United Kingdom (5.06 USD / kg).
Country2025-062025-072025-082025-092025-102025-112025-122026-012026-022026-032026-042026-05
United Kingdom5.20 USD / kg4.51 USD / kg4.05 USD / kg5.92 USD / kg4.50 USD / kg5.06 USD / kg

Dried Squid Farmgate Cost Trends by Major Exporting Supplier Countries

Compare Dried Squid farmgate price levels and YoY changes across the top 1 exporting countries to understand origin-side supplier cost structure.
RankCountryAverageLowerUpperYoY
1United Kingdom4.46 USD / kg1.81 USD / kg9.19 USD / kg-50.6%

Latest Dried Squid Farmgate Export Cost Updates

Review the latest 1 Dried Squid farmgate updates to monitor origin-side export cost and supplier pricing shifts.
DateEntry NameUnit Price (USD) 
2026-04-01Dri** ***** ********* ******* * *** *3.04 USD / kg

Classification

Product TypeProcessed Food
Product FormDried
Industry PositionProcessed Seafood Product

Market

Dried squid is a shelf-stable seafood product made from wild-caught squid and traded primarily as a snack and as a cooking ingredient, with demand concentrated in East Asia. Upstream supply depends on variable cephalopod fisheries (species and fishing grounds shift with ocean conditions), while downstream processing and packaging capacity is concentrated in Asian seafood-processing hubs. Global trade is shaped by catch volatility, strict importer requirements on additives/labeling and hygiene, and rising expectations for traceability to address IUU and labor risks. Price and availability can move quickly when major fishing grounds are disrupted by climate anomalies or regulatory actions, making diversified sourcing and robust quality control central to reliable supply.
Major Producing Countries
  • ChinaMajor squid fishing and seafood-processing hub; significant role in processing and re-export of dried seafood products.
  • PeruKey origin for jumbo flying squid (Dosidicus gigas) landings used in dried and further-processed squid products.
  • IndonesiaLarge squid/calamari capture and processing base supporting regional dried seafood trade.
  • IndiaSignificant cephalopod capture and processing capacity; exports include dried and value-added seafood items.
  • VietnamExport-oriented seafood processor; produces dried and seasoned squid snack items for regional markets.
  • ArgentinaMajor squid fishing nation (e.g., Illex argentinus); supplies raw material into global cephalopod value chains.
Major Exporting Countries
  • ChinaProminent exporter of dried/processed seafood products; broad destination coverage via regional trading networks.
  • VietnamExports dried and seasoned squid snack products to East Asian markets and diaspora retail channels.
  • ThailandEstablished processed-seafood export platform; dried seafood included among value-added offerings.
  • IndiaExports cephalopods and processed seafood; dried forms appear in select product mixes depending on buyer specs.
  • IndonesiaRegional exporter of cephalopod products; dried formats supported by proximity to major import markets.
Major Importing Countries
  • South KoreaOne of the most important consumer markets for dried squid as snack and side-dish formats.
  • JapanLarge and quality-sensitive market for dried squid and other processed seafood; strong preference for consistent specs and labeling.
  • ChinaImports cephalopod raw material and semi-processed inputs for processing; also imports packaged dried snack products in some channels.
  • TaiwanMeaningful regional market for dried seafood snacks; demand linked to traditional retail and modern snack formats.
  • United StatesNiche but established demand through Asian-grocery and snack channels; importer requirements emphasize food safety documentation and allergen labeling.

Specification

Major VarietiesDosidicus gigas (Humboldt squid / jumbo flying squid), Todarodes pacificus (Japanese flying squid), Illex argentinus (Argentine shortfin squid), Loligo spp. / Doryteuthis spp. (various loliginid squids used for calamari-type products)
Physical Attributes
  • Whole dried squid (mantle with or without tentacles) and shredded/strip formats are common trade forms
  • Color uniformity and absence of scorching/over-browning are common quality cues for dried products
  • Low residual sand/ink contamination and clean odor profile are frequently checked at receiving
Compositional Metrics
  • Moisture level and water activity are core shelf-stability specifications for dried seafood
  • Salt content (for salted-dried styles) is a frequent buyer specification due to taste and preservation impact
  • Residue specifications may include sulfites (where used) and other additive-related limits depending on destination-market rules
Grades
  • Buyer-defined grades commonly reflect size class, dryness/texture, appearance (color), and defect tolerance (burn marks, breakage, foreign matter)
  • Importer programs often require documented HACCP-based controls consistent with Codex-aligned hygiene expectations for fish and fishery products
Packaging
  • Moisture-barrier retail packs (often vacuum-packed or nitrogen-flushed) for seasoned snack formats
  • Bulk cartons with inner poly liners for ingredient and further-processing channels
  • Use of oxygen absorbers and desiccants is common to reduce oxidation and moisture pickup in humid climates
ProcessingQuality is highly sensitive to post-drying moisture reabsorption, which can drive mold risk and texture defectsSeasoned snack variants are more sensitive to oxidation/rancidity than plain dried squid due to added oils and flavor systems

Supply Chain

Value Chain
  • Landing/auction -> chilled handling -> transport to processing plant -> cleaning and preparation -> salting/seasoning (style-dependent) -> drying (sun or mechanical) -> grading and defect removal -> metal detection -> moisture-barrier packaging -> export distribution
Demand Drivers
  • Snack consumption in Japan, South Korea, Taiwan, and coastal China, including seasoned/roasted convenience formats
  • Use as a shelf-stable cooking ingredient in soups, stir-fries, and side dishes
  • Preference for portable protein snacks and long shelf life in retail and e-commerce channels
Temperature
  • Raw squid quality depends on rapid chilling and hygienic handling before processing to reduce spoilage and off-odors
  • Finished dried product is typically ambient-stable but benefits from cool, low-humidity storage to slow oxidation and prevent moisture pickup
Atmosphere Control
  • Vacuum packaging or inert-gas flush can help protect flavor and color and reduce oxidation during long-distance distribution
  • Oxygen absorbers are commonly used in sealed packs to reduce rancidity risk, especially for seasoned snack products
Shelf Life
  • Shelf life is driven primarily by dryness, packaging barrier performance, and storage humidity; moisture ingress can shorten sellable life via mold and texture degradation
  • Seasoned products can experience faster flavor deterioration due to oxidation compared with plain salted-dried formats

Risks

Climate And Stock Variability HighGlobal availability of squid raw material can swing sharply because cephalopod distribution and catch rates are sensitive to oceanographic conditions (including ENSO-linked variability in the Pacific) and to fishery management actions. For dried squid supply chains, this can translate into sudden input shortages, rapid price moves, and inconsistent size/quality lots for processors and importers.Diversify approved raw-material origins and species where buyer specs allow, maintain multi-month demand coverage for high-season retail programs, and contract with processors that can switch inputs while preserving labeling and compliance.
Regulatory Compliance HighImporter enforcement on seafood traceability, IUU-related controls, and documentation can detain or reject shipments if catch documentation, chain-of-custody, or labeling is incomplete. Dried products that move through multiple processing and trading nodes are particularly exposed to paperwork discontinuities.Implement end-to-end traceability (vessel/area/date to finished lot), validate supplier documentation against buyer and destination requirements, and audit intermediaries where re-packing or re-export occurs.
Food Safety MediumDried squid remains a high-protein seafood with allergen and contamination risks; failures in hygiene, drying control, or packaging can lead to microbial hazards, mold growth, or foreign matter. Additive use (e.g., sulfiting agents in some dried seafood applications) and labeling inconsistencies can trigger compliance actions in stricter markets.Use HACCP-based controls aligned to Codex guidance for fish and fishery products, verify drying endpoints and moisture control, and maintain validated additive and allergen labeling programs for each destination market.
Quality Degradation MediumMoisture reabsorption during storage and transit (especially in humid routes) can cause stickiness, texture collapse, and mold, while oxygen exposure can drive rancidity and off-flavors in seasoned products. These defects reduce saleable yield and increase claims in international trade.Use high-barrier packaging with desiccants/oxygen absorbers as appropriate, control warehouse humidity, and apply in-line metal detection and foreign-matter prevention controls.
Species And Label Integrity MediumSquid products can involve multiple species and fishing grounds; mislabeling or substitution risks increase when raw material is commingled or processed through complex trade routes. This can create legal exposure (misrepresentation) and market backlash, particularly where buyers specify species or origin claims.Maintain species verification programs (documentation plus testing where needed), segregate lots by species/origin, and align product claims strictly to validated inputs.
Sustainability
  • Wild-capture dependency and stock variability in cephalopod fisheries; sustainability outcomes depend on effective fishery management and monitoring
  • IUU fishing and transshipment-related traceability gaps in parts of the global seafood supply chain, increasing compliance and reputational risk
  • Ecosystem impacts (bycatch, habitat pressure) and increasing scrutiny from import markets and downstream buyers for verifiable sourcing
Labor & Social
  • Forced labor and poor working conditions risks reported in segments of distant-water fishing and seafood processing; buyers increasingly require social compliance evidence
  • Worker safety risks in fishing operations and drying/processing facilities (knife work, heavy loads, heat exposure) requiring auditable controls

FAQ

Why can dried squid prices and availability change quickly?Because dried squid ultimately depends on wild squid fisheries, and cephalopod catches can swing with ocean conditions and management measures. When raw material supply tightens or shifts in size/species, processors and exporters may have difficulty meeting consistent buyer specifications, which can move prices and disrupt trade programs.
What are the most common buyer specifications for dried squid in international trade?Buyers typically specify the squid species or acceptable species group, product form (whole vs strips/shreds), dryness and moisture control (to prevent mold), appearance (color and burn/defect limits), and packaging performance (moisture barrier and oxidation protection). Many importers also require HACCP-based food safety controls and complete traceability documentation.
What sustainability and labor issues are most often associated with squid supply chains?Key concerns include IUU fishing and traceability gaps in some regions, plus labor and human-rights risks in parts of distant-water fishing and seafood processing. These issues are increasingly addressed through stronger documentation, audits, and buyer requirements for verifiable responsible sourcing.

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