Parent Product
Fresh Clam
HS Code
030771
Last Updated
2026-06-01
Key takeaways for search and sourcing teams
- Fresh Razor Clam market coverage spans 91 countries.
- 26 exporter companies and 27 importer companies are indexed in the global supply chain intelligence network for this product.
- 104 supplier-linked transactions are summarized across the top 4 countries.
- 0 premium suppliers and 0 catalog items are currently listed.
- Wholesale sample entries: 5; farmgate sample entries: 0.
- Latest reference year in this page dataset is 2026.
- Page data last updated on 2026-06-01.
Global Supplier Transactions, Export Activity, and Price Benchmarks for Fresh Razor Clam
Analyze 104 supplier-linked transactions across the top 4 countries, with monthly unit-price benchmarks to track export competitiveness and sourcing risk for Fresh Razor Clam.
Fresh Razor Clam Country YoY Change in Supplier Transactions and Export Momentum
Compare positive and negative YoY shifts in Fresh Razor Clam to identify accelerating supplier markets and weakening export corridors.
Top YoY shifts for Fresh Razor Clam: China (-60.6%), Pakistan (+32.6%), Vietnam (+13.0%).
Fresh Razor Clam Country-Level Supplier Transaction and Unit Price Summary
As of 2025-07, benchmark Fresh Razor Clam country transaction counts with monthly unit price and volume to prioritize supplier and export markets.
In 2025-12, countries with visible Fresh Razor Clam transaction unit prices: Chile (7.01 USD / kg), Pakistan (4.07 USD / kg).
| 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pakistan | +32.6% | 77 | 5.00 USD / kg (1,155 kg) | 3.70 USD / kg (6,260 kg) | 3.97 USD / kg (980 kg) | 4.47 USD / kg (2,466 kg) | 3.77 USD / kg (3,090 kg) | 4.07 USD / kg (3,693 kg) | ||||||
| Chile | -12.2% | 22 | 7.06 USD / kg (510 kg) | 7.40 USD / kg (5,050 kg) | 6.97 USD / kg (35,029.5 kg) | - (-) | 3.70 USD / kg (14,873 kg) | 7.01 USD / kg (130.2 kg) | ||||||
| China | -60.6% | 1 | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | 1.20 USD / kg (110 kg) | - (-) | ||||||
| Vietnam | +13.0% | 4 | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) |
Fresh Razor Clam Global Supply Chain Coverage
53 companies
26 exporters and 27 importers are mapped for Fresh Razor Clam.
Exporters and importers can use Tridge Supply Chain Intelligence company profiles and analytics to identify counterparties for Fresh Razor Clam, benchmark reach, and prioritize outreach by market.
Fresh Razor Clam Export Supplier Intelligence, Trade Flows, and Price Signals
26 exporter companies are mapped in Tridge Supply Chain Intelligence for Fresh Razor Clam. Exporters and importers can use company profiles and analytics to evaluate supplier coverage, trading activity, and route opportunities.
Fresh Razor Clam Top Exporters and Supplier Profiles
Review leading exporter profiles while benchmarking against 26 total exporter companies in the Fresh Razor Clam supply chain intelligence network. Exporters and importers can unlock company profiles and analytics to qualify partners faster.
(Pakistan)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-05-01
Industries: Brokers And Trade AgenciesFishing AquacultureFood ManufacturingFood Packaging
Value Chain Roles: Farming / Production / Processing / PackingTrade
Exporting Countries: China, Singapore, Hong Kong
Supplying Products: Fresh Crab, Raw Pine Nuts, Fresh Clam +1
(Pakistan)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-05-01
Employee Size: 11 - 50 Employees
Sales Revenue: USD 1M - 5M
Industries: Fishing AquacultureFood ManufacturingFood Packaging
Value Chain Roles: Distribution / WholesaleFarming / Production / Processing / PackingFood Manufacturing
Exporting Countries: China, Thailand
Supplying Products: Fresh Crab, Fresh Lobster, Fresh Clam +3
(Pakistan)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-05-01
Industries: Fishing AquacultureFood Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: Farming / Production / Processing / PackingFood ManufacturingTrade
Exporting Countries: United States, Hong Kong, China
Supplying Products: Fresh Top Shell, Fresh Lobster, Fresh Clam +3
(Pakistan)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-05-01
Sales Revenue: USD 1M - 5M
Industries: Brokers And Trade AgenciesFishing AquacultureFood ManufacturingFood Packaging
Value Chain Roles: Distribution / WholesaleFarming / Production / Processing / PackingTrade
Exporting Countries: China, United Arab Emirates
Supplying Products: Fresh Crab, Fresh Lobster, Fresh Clam +4
(Pakistan)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-05-01
Industries: Brokers And Trade AgenciesFishing AquacultureFood ManufacturingFood Packaging
Value Chain Roles: Farming / Production / Processing / PackingTrade
Exporting Countries: China, Thailand, Hong Kong, United Arab Emirates
Supplying Products: Fresh Crab, Fresh Lobster, Fresh Clam +3
(Chile)
Latest Export Transaction: 2025-09-24
Industries: Fishing AquacultureOthers
Value Chain Roles: Trade
Exporting Countries: Portugal, France, Italy, Indonesia, United States, Spain, China
Supplying Products: Frozen Swordfish, Frozen Crab, Fresh Clam +5
Fresh Razor Clam Global Exporter Coverage
26 companies
Exporter company count is a key signal for Fresh Razor Clam supply depth and sourcing optionality.
Use Supply Chain Intelligence analytics to narrow Fresh Razor Clam opportunities by country, product, and value-chain role, then open company profiles to validate fit.
Top Exporting Countries for Fresh Razor Clam (HS Code 030771) in 2024
For Fresh Razor Clam in 2024, compare export volume and value across the top 10 supplier countries to map core supply structure.
| Rank | Country | Volume | Value |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | United States | 3,456,562 kg | 112,483,879 USD |
| 2 | Canada | 4,487,017 kg | 63,386,224.756 USD |
| 3 | Portugal | 11,557,982 kg | 44,258,144.105 USD |
| 4 | Italy | 5,538,855 kg | 39,349,273.795 USD |
| 5 | Thailand | 12,229,919 kg | 35,571,052.26 USD |
| 6 | Netherlands | 3,598,987 kg | 24,423,295.958 USD |
| 7 | Spain | 1,936,175.33 kg | 22,589,986.653 USD |
| 8 | Mexico | 2,400,349 kg | 21,948,369 USD |
| 9 | South Korea | 6,480,947.683 kg | 15,764,453 USD |
| 10 | Philippines | 4,994,879 kg | 11,640,859 USD |
Fresh Razor Clam Export Trade Flow and Partner Country Summary
Track Fresh Razor Clam exporter-to-importer flows by value, volume, and share to uncover high-potential export routes.
Fresh Razor Clam Import Buyer Intelligence, Demand Signals, and Price Benchmarks
27 importer companies are mapped for Fresh Razor Clam demand intelligence. Use Supply Chain Intelligence company profiles and analytics to prioritize buyers, distributors, and downstream demand partners by market.
Fresh Razor Clam Top Buyers, Importers, and Demand Partners
Review leading buyer profiles and compare them against 27 total importer companies tracked for Fresh Razor Clam. Exporters and importers can use Supply Chain Intelligence company profiles and analytics to evaluate buyer quality and demand concentration.
(China)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-05-01
Industries: Food WholesalersOthers
Value Chain Roles: -
(China)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-05-01
Industries: Beverage ManufacturingFood ManufacturingFood PackagingFood Services And Drinking Places
Value Chain Roles: -
(China)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-02-13
Industries: Fishing AquacultureFood ManufacturingFood Services And Drinking Places
Value Chain Roles: -
(China)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-05-01
Industries: Freight Forwarding And IntermodalOthers
Value Chain Roles: -
(China)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-05-01
Industries: Fishing AquacultureFood ManufacturingOthers
Value Chain Roles: -
(China)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-05-01
Industries: Others
Value Chain Roles: -
Global Importer Coverage
27 companies
Importer company count highlights the current depth of demand-side visibility for Fresh Razor Clam.
Use Supply Chain Intelligence analytics and company profiles to identify active Fresh Razor Clam buyers, compare partner density by country, and refine GTM priorities.
Top Import Demand Countries for Fresh Razor Clam (HS Code 030771) in 2024
For Fresh Razor Clam in 2024, compare import volume and value across the top 10 demand countries to identify priority markets.
| Rank | Country | Volume | Value |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Spain | 18,953,314.32 kg | 106,520,128.65 USD |
| 2 | Italy | 8,686,425 kg | 69,059,774.247 USD |
| 3 | South Korea | 42,175,992 kg | 58,117,249 USD |
| 4 | Japan | 13,675,670 kg | 32,563,184.409 USD |
| 5 | Thailand | 19,906,617 kg | 27,440,532.29 USD |
| 6 | United States | 2,288,776 kg | 18,423,929 USD |
| 7 | Macao | 500,893 kg | 5,779,249.156 USD |
| 8 | Hong Kong | 1,069,435 kg | 5,620,876.859 USD |
| 9 | Switzerland | 406,945 kg | 5,559,625.133 USD |
| 10 | Belgium | 374,518.49 kg | 3,796,108.86 USD |
Fresh Razor Clam Import Trade Flow and Origin Country Summary
Analyze Fresh Razor Clam origin-to-destination trade flows by value, volume, and share to monitor demand-side sourcing channels.
Global Wholesale Supplier Price Trends by Country for Fresh Razor Clam
Fresh Razor Clam Monthly Wholesale Supplier Price Summary by Country
Monthly Fresh Razor Clam wholesale unit-price benchmarks by country for export and sourcing decisions.
In 2025-12, countries with visible Fresh Razor Clam wholesale unit prices: South Korea (10.68 USD / kg).
| Country | 2025-07 | 2025-08 | 2025-09 | 2025-10 | 2025-11 | 2025-12 | 2026-01 | 2026-02 | 2026-03 | 2026-04 | 2026-05 | 2026-06 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| South Korea | - | 11.04 USD / kg | 10.84 USD / kg | 10.78 USD / kg | 10.23 USD / kg | 10.68 USD / kg |
Fresh Razor Clam Wholesale Price Competitiveness by Major Exporting Countries
Compare Fresh Razor Clam wholesale price ranges and YoY changes across the top 1 exporting countries to benchmark supplier price competitiveness.
| Rank | Country | Average | Lower | Upper | YoY |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | South Korea | 10.60 USD / kg | 9.38 USD / kg | 11.20 USD / kg | +1.8% |
Latest Fresh Razor Clam Wholesale Export Price Updates
Use the latest 5 Fresh Razor Clam wholesale updates to validate current export price points and origin-level supplier changes.
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| 2026-05-01 | 조개 ***** * *** *** ***** **** | 146.44 USD / kg | |
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| 2026-04-01 | 조개 ***** * *** *** *** ***** ** | 93.79 USD / kg | |
| 2024-04-01 | 조개 ***** * *** *** *** ***** ** | 204.22 USD / kg |
Classification
Product TypeRaw Material
Product FormFresh
Industry PositionPrimary Agricultural Product
Raw Material
Commodity GroupBivalve Molluscs (Shellfish)
Scientific NameRazor clams (multiple traded species, commonly including Sinonovacula constricta, Ensis spp., and Siliqua patula)
PerishabilityHigh
Growing Conditions
- Coastal intertidal to shallow subtidal zones, typically in sandy or muddy sediments
- High dependence on growing-water quality and sanitary status due to filter-feeding biology
- Temperate to subtropical coastal environments depending on species and production system (wild fishery vs. aquaculture)
Main VarietiesSinonovacula constricta (Chinese razor clam), Ensis spp. (European razor clams), Siliqua patula (Pacific razor clam)
Consumption Forms
- Live/fresh cooked (e.g., steamed, grilled, stir-fried)
- Chilled shellfish meat (where marketed) for immediate cooking
Grading Factors
- Live condition and low mortality at dispatch/arrival
- Shell integrity (breakage/cracks) and cleanliness
- Size uniformity (buyer specifications vary by market)
- Sand/grit level (effectiveness of purging/handling)
- Compliance documentation for harvest area, date, and sanitary controls
Market
Fresh razor clams are traded primarily as live or chilled bivalve shellfish, with global supply coming from a mix of wild capture fisheries (notably in Europe and North America) and aquaculture (notably in East Asia). China is commonly referenced as a major producer for cultured razor clams (e.g., Sinonovacula constricta), while Spain and Portugal are prominent European harvesting and marketing centers for Ensis spp. Trade is often regional because live logistics and sanitary controls constrain long-distance flows, with EU intra-trade and East Asian markets playing a large role. The market is highly sensitive to harmful algal bloom (HAB) biotoxin events and resulting harvest-area closures, which can rapidly tighten supply and disrupt trade commitments.
Market GrowthMixed (medium-term outlook)Premium shellfish demand can be resilient in foodservice and coastal retail, but availability is frequently disrupted by biotoxin closures and tight sanitary controls for live trade.
Major Producing Countries
- ChinaMajor producer associated with aquaculture of razor clam species (e.g., Sinonovacula constricta); verify latest FAO fishery/aquaculture statistics for current ranking.
- SpainKey European producer/harvester and market for razor clams (Ensis spp.), including Atlantic coastal fisheries.
- PortugalImportant Iberian Atlantic fishery origin for razor clams (Ensis spp.).
- United StatesWild razor clam fisheries in the Northeast Pacific (e.g., Pacific razor clam) with periodic HAB-related closures.
- CanadaWild razor clam resources on the Pacific coast; production and market orientation vary by province and management regime.
Major Exporting Countries
- SpainModel inference: participates in EU regional trade of live/chilled bivalves; confirm razor-clam-specific flows via ITC Trade Map and national customs breakdowns.
- PortugalModel inference: Iberian origin supplying regional EU markets; confirm via ITC Trade Map and national data.
- ChinaModel inference: potential exporter of cultured razor clams within East Asia; confirm via ITC Trade Map and importing-country inspection records.
Major Importing Countries
- SpainModel inference: large consumption market that may also import bivalves seasonally; confirm razor-clam-specific imports via ITC Trade Map.
- FranceModel inference: major EU shellfish market; verify razor-clam-specific imports via ITC Trade Map.
- ItalyModel inference: major EU seafood market; verify razor-clam-specific imports via ITC Trade Map.
- JapanModel inference: high-value shellfish consumption market within East Asia; verify razor-clam-specific imports via national inspection/trade data.
- South KoreaModel inference: significant shellfish consumption market within East Asia; verify razor-clam-specific imports via national inspection/trade data.
Specification
Major VarietiesSinonovacula constricta (Chinese razor clam), Ensis spp. (European razor clams, e.g., Ensis siliqua / Ensis ensis), Siliqua patula (Pacific razor clam)
Physical Attributes
- Elongated, narrow bivalve shell; shell integrity and breakage rate strongly influence marketability
- High propensity to retain sand/grit without adequate purging/depuration, impacting eating quality
Compositional Metrics
- Live-delivery condition (mortality rate) is a core commercial acceptance criterion for fresh trade
- Biotoxin and microbiological compliance requirements (as applicable under importing-market rules) are decisive buyer specifications
Grades
- Harvest-area sanitary classification and documented depuration/relaying status are commonly used compliance differentiators in markets with live bivalve controls (e.g., EU frameworks)
- Lot-level traceability tags (harvest area, date, identity mark) function as a practical 'grade gate' for buyers and border controls
Packaging
- Ventilated or breathable packaging for live product (mesh bags, ventilated crates), typically shipped chilled with moisture control
- Insulated containers with coolant (as used by exporters) to limit temperature spikes and mortality in transit
- Mandatory lot identification/traceability labeling for live bivalves in regulated import markets
ProcessingDepuration/relaying (where required) is a common pre-market step for live bivalves to reduce microbial contamination risk; it does not address algal biotoxins, which require harvest closure/monitoring controls
Supply Chain
Value Chain
- Harvest (hand-gathered, dredged, or farm-harvested) -> onboard/landing sorting -> chilled holding -> depuration/relaying where required -> packing as live shellfish -> refrigerated distribution -> retail/foodservice
Demand Drivers
- Premium seafood demand in coastal markets and gastronomy channels (notably in parts of Europe and East Asia)
- Preference for live, fresh bivalves in foodservice, supporting price premiums for low-mortality, well-purged lots
- Seasonal menu demand and holiday consumption spikes in key seafood-consuming markets
Temperature
- Cold-chain continuity is critical for live razor clams; temperature abuse increases mortality and food safety risk
- Live bivalves are generally handled chilled and moist (not submerged in freshwater), with rapid turnover favored over long storage
Atmosphere Control
- Live trade relies on breathable/ventilated packaging rather than sealed controlled-atmosphere systems; oxygen availability and moisture management are practical quality levers
Shelf Life
- Short shelf life in fresh trade, with commercial value tied to maintaining live condition and minimizing time from harvest to consumption
Risks
Marine Biotoxins HighRazor clams (like other bivalves) can accumulate marine biotoxins associated with harmful algal blooms, leading to sudden harvest closures, shipment detentions, and acute food safety incidents if controls fail. Because biotoxin events are episodic and region-specific, they can remove a major origin’s supply from the market with little notice and disrupt live-trade contracts.Source only from approved harvest areas under official monitoring programs; require lot-level biotoxin compliance documentation and maintain multi-origin contingency sourcing for peak-demand periods.
Food Safety HighAs live bivalves, razor clams carry elevated microbial food safety sensitivity (e.g., fecal contamination indicators and viral hazards where waters are impacted) and are often consumed lightly cooked in some cuisines, raising the consequences of sanitation failures.Verify harvest-area classification and post-harvest controls (depuration where applicable), enforce strict cold chain, and align supplier HACCP/food safety plans with importing-market shellfish programs.
Regulatory Compliance MediumInternational trade of live bivalves is governed by strict sanitary rules (approved areas, dispatch center controls, identity marking, traceability). Non-compliance can result in border rejections, product destruction, and importer delisting.Implement document-check SOPs (harvest tags, health certificates where required, identity marks), and conduct periodic supplier compliance audits against destination-market requirements.
Climate MediumWarming waters, marine heatwaves, and extreme rainfall/runoff events can increase HAB frequency/intensity and degrade coastal water quality, increasing closure risk and operational uncertainty for both fisheries and aquaculture sites.Monitor oceanographic/HAB alerts in key producing regions and include closure-risk triggers in procurement planning (forward contracts, alternative SKUs, diversified origins).
Logistics MediumFresh razor clams are typically marketed live; delays, temperature excursions, or poor moisture/ventilation control increase mortality and reduce saleable yield, particularly in longer supply chains.Use rapid routes, validated live-shellfish packaging, and receiving checks (temperature, mortality, odor/shell closure) with clear rejection criteria.
Sustainability
- Harmful algal bloom (HAB) exposure and marine biotoxin risk, potentially intensified by changing ocean conditions
- Coastal water quality pressures (e.g., eutrophication, contamination) that can trigger harvest restrictions and reputational risk for bivalve supply chains
- Seabed habitat disturbance risk where mechanical dredging is used in razor clam fisheries, creating sensitivity to local ecosystem management and licensing
Labor & Social
- Occupational safety risks for small-vessel crews, divers, and intertidal harvesters, especially in seasonal fisheries
- Seasonal and subcontracted labor in harvesting, depuration, and packing operations, increasing the importance of worker protections and auditability
- Traceability challenges in mixed small-scale landings, elevating the need for robust documentation and chain-of-custody controls
FAQ
What is the single biggest global risk to fresh razor clam supply and trade?Harmful algal bloom (HAB) biotoxins are the most disruptive risk because they can trigger immediate harvest closures and make product ineligible for sale or import. The record highlights marine biotoxins as the top high-severity risk and notes that official monitoring and approved-harvest-area controls are central mitigations.
Why do fresh razor clams face stricter trade controls than many other seafood products?They are typically traded as live bivalves, which are closely regulated in many markets due to food safety risks tied to growing-water conditions. As noted in the record, compliance commonly depends on approved harvest areas, traceability documentation, and (where required) depuration or dispatch-center controls.
Does depuration solve the main safety risk for razor clams?Depuration can help reduce certain microbial contamination risks, but it does not eliminate marine algal biotoxins. The record explicitly distinguishes depuration as a microbial control and identifies HAB biotoxins as the primary deal-breaker risk managed through monitoring and harvest closures.
Sources
Fresh Razor Clam Country Coverage for Suppliers, Export Flows, and Prices
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All country market pages: China, United States, Netherlands, Vietnam, France, Thailand, South Korea, Canada, Spain, Italy, Japan, Portugal, Mexico, Kazakhstan, Indonesia, Singapore, Morocco, Ukraine, United Kingdom, Hong Kong, Macao, Switzerland, New Zealand, Germany, Ireland, Belgium, Greece, Denmark, Malaysia, Myanmar [Burma], Bulgaria, United Arab Emirates, Sweden, Pakistan, Austria, Croatia, Ecuador, Luxembourg, Malta, Slovenia, Norway, Romania, Czechia, Iceland, Laos, Cyprus, Poland, Kenya, Andorra, Cambodia, Albania, Brazil, Finland, Latvia, Brunei, Maldives, Bermuda, South Africa, Bahamas, Hungary, Benin, Oman, Qatar, Serbia, Slovakia, Lithuania, Argentina, Australia, Bolivia, Ivory Coast, Chile, Colombia, Dominican Republic, Estonia, Guatemala, Israel, India, Jamaica, Kuwait, Moldova, Montenegro, Mauritius, Namibia, Peru, Philippines, Paraguay, Saudi Arabia, Swaziland, Turkiye, Taiwan, Uganda
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