Sub Product
Fresh Atlantic Sea Scallops, Fresh Bay Scallops, Fresh Jumbo Scallops, Fresh Pacific Sea Scallops, +1
Derived Products
Dried Scallops
HS Code
030721
Last Updated
2026-06-11
Key takeaways for search and sourcing teams
- Japan Fresh Scallops market intelligence page includes 0 premium suppliers.
- 5 sampled export transactions for Japan are summarized.
- 5 export partner companies and 66 import partner companies are mapped for Fresh Scallops in Japan.
- Wholesale sample entries: 0; farmgate sample entries: 0.
- 5 export partner countries and 0 import partner countries are ranked.
- Latest reference year in this page dataset is 2024.
- Page data last updated on 2026-06-11.
Fresh Scallops Export Supplier Intelligence, Price Trends, and Trade Flows in Japan
5 export partner companies are tracked for Fresh Scallops in Japan. Use Supply Chain Intelligence company profiles and analytics to validate exporter coverage, partner quality, and route priorities.
Explore Fresh Scallops export intelligence in Japan, including 5 sampled supplier transactions, monthly unit-price ranges, and partner-country trade flow patterns for HS Code 030721.
Scatter points are sampled from 4.0% of the full transaction dataset.
Sample Export Supplier Transaction Records for Fresh Scallops in Japan
5 sampled Fresh Scallops transactions in Japan include date, origin, and partner-country context to benchmark export prices and supplier trading patterns.
Fresh Scallops sampled transaction unit prices by date in Japan: 2026-06-04: 3.33 USD / kg, 2026-06-01: 3.92 USD / kg, 2026-06-01: 3.40 USD / kg, 2026-06-01: 4.06 USD / kg, 2026-06-01: 3.77 USD / kg.
| Date | Reported Product | Unit Price | Exporter | Importer | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-06-04 | [큰가****** ************* ***** *** ******* | 3.33 USD / kg | (Japan) | (South Korea) | |
| 2026-06-01 | [큰가****** ************* ***** *** ******* | 3.92 USD / kg | (Japan) | (South Korea) | |
| 2026-06-01 | [큰가****** ************* ***** *** ******* | 3.40 USD / kg | (Japan) | (South Korea) | |
| 2026-06-01 | [큰가****** ************* ***** *** ******* | 4.06 USD / kg | (Japan) | (South Korea) | |
| 2026-06-01 | [큰가****** ************* ***** *** ******* | 3.77 USD / kg | (Japan) | (South Korea) |
Top Fresh Scallops Export Suppliers and Companies in Japan
Review leading exporter profiles and benchmark them against 5 total export partner companies tracked for Fresh Scallops in Japan. Use Supply Chain Intelligence company profiles and analytics to shortlist sourcing and export partners faster.
(Japan)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-05-11
Industries: Others
Value Chain Roles: Distribution / WholesaleTrade
(Japan)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-05-11
Industries: Brokers And Trade Agencies
Value Chain Roles: Trade
(Japan)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-05-11
Employee Size: 11 - 50 Employees
Industries: Brokers And Trade AgenciesFishing AquacultureFood Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: Trade
(Japan)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-05-11
Industries: Food ManufacturingOthers
Value Chain Roles: Distribution / WholesaleFood Manufacturing
(Japan)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-05-11
Industries: Fishing AquacultureFood ManufacturingFood PackagingFood Services And Drinking Places
Value Chain Roles: Distribution / WholesaleFarming / Production / Processing / PackingFood ManufacturingTrade
Japan Export Partner Coverage
5 companies
Total export partner company count is a core signal of Japan export network depth for Fresh Scallops.
Exporters and importers can open Supply Chain Intelligence company profiles and analytics to assess Fresh Scallops partner concentration, capacity signals, and trade relevance in Japan.
Annual Export Value, Volume, and Supplier Market Size for Fresh Scallops in Japan (HS Code 030721)
Analyze 3 years of Fresh Scallops export volume and value in Japan to evaluate supplier market growth, seasonality, and trade volatility.
| Year | Volume | Value |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 11,269,619 | 51,688,081 USD |
| 2023 | 13,692,945 | 57,402,848 USD |
| 2022 | 16,356,436 | 72,335,005 USD |
Top Destination Markets for Fresh Scallops Exports from Japan (HS Code 030721) in 2024
For 2024, compare export volume and value across the top 5 destination countries for Fresh Scallops exports from Japan.
| Rank | Country | Volume | Value |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | South Korea | 9,250,538 | 41,142,993.333 USD |
| 2 | Hong Kong | 1,964,885 | 8,330,698.006 USD |
| 3 | United States | 5,440 | 347,785.453 USD |
| 4 | Malaysia | 1,367 | 32,292.523 USD |
| 5 | Vietnam | 1,141 | 20,149.794 USD |
Fresh Scallops Import Buyer Intelligence and Price Signals in Japan: Buyers, Demand, and Trade Partners
66 import partner companies are tracked for Fresh Scallops in Japan. Exporters and importers can use Supply Chain Intelligence company profiles and analytics to analyze buyer demand, partner density, and downstream channels.
Scatter points are sampled from 36.2% of the full transaction dataset.
Sample Import Transaction and Price Records for Fresh Scallops in Japan
5 sampled Fresh Scallops import transactions in Japan provide date, origin, and trade-country context to benchmark price levels and demand-side trading patterns.
Fresh Scallops sampled import transaction unit prices by date in Japan: 2025-12-24: 6.00 USD / kg, 2025-12-05: 5.00 USD / kg, 2025-12-05: 5.00 USD / kg, 2025-12-05: 5.00 USD / kg, 2025-12-04: 6.40 USD / kg.
| Date | Reported Product | Unit Price | Exporter | Importer | Origin | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-12-24 | Sca****** ***** ***** ** ******* ************** **** ***** ******* **** | 6.00 USD / kg | (-) | (-) | - | |
| 2025-12-05 | Sca****** ***** ***** ** ******* ************** **** ***** ******* ***** ***** | 5.00 USD / kg | (-) | (-) | - | |
| 2025-12-05 | Sca****** ***** ***** ** ******* ************** **** ***** ******* **** ******* | 5.00 USD / kg | (-) | (-) | - | |
| 2025-12-05 | Sca****** ***** ***** ** ******* ************** **** ***** ******* **** ******** | 5.00 USD / kg | (-) | (-) | - | |
| 2025-12-04 | Sca****** ***** ***** ** ******* ************** **** ***** **** | 6.40 USD / kg | (-) | (-) | - |
Top Fresh Scallops Buyers, Importers, and Demand Partners in Japan
Review leading buyer profiles and compare them with 66 total import partner companies tracked for Fresh Scallops in Japan. Exporters and importers can use Supply Chain Intelligence company profiles and analytics to evaluate demand-side partner fit.
(Japan)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-05-11
Industries: Beverage ManufacturingFood ManufacturingFood Services And Drinking Places
Value Chain Roles: Trade
(Japan)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-05-11
Industries: Food ManufacturingOthers
Value Chain Roles: Food Manufacturing
(Japan)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-05-11
Industries: Others
Value Chain Roles: Distribution / Wholesale
(Japan)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-05-11
Industries: Fishing AquacultureFood ManufacturingFood PackagingFood Services And Drinking PlacesFood Wholesalers
Value Chain Roles: Distribution / WholesaleFarming / Production / Processing / PackingFood Manufacturing
(Japan)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-05-11
Industries: Fishing AquacultureFood ManufacturingFood PackagingFood Wholesalers
Value Chain Roles: Distribution / WholesaleFarming / Production / Processing / PackingFood Manufacturing
(Japan)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-05-11
Industries: Food Wholesalers
Value Chain Roles: Distribution / Wholesale
Japan Import Partner Coverage
66 companies
Import partner company count highlights demand-side visibility for Fresh Scallops in Japan.
Use Supply Chain Intelligence analytics and company profiles to identify active Fresh Scallops importers, distributors, and buyer networks in Japan.
Classification
Product TypeRaw Material
Product FormFresh
Industry PositionPrimary Aquatic Product (Seafood)
Raw Material
Market
Fresh scallops in Japan are a high-value shellfish category supplied primarily from domestic coastal production, with Hokkaido as the best-known producing area for Japanese scallops (hotate). Domestic demand is driven by sushi/sashimi and retail seafood counters, while exports are more commonly shipped as frozen or processed scallop products due to shelf-life constraints for fresh. Since August 2023, geopolitical and reputational fallout related to Fukushima treated water discharge has materially disrupted export channels for Japanese scallops, especially into China. Quality outcomes are highly sensitive to cold-chain discipline and to harvest-area controls related to marine biotoxins.
Market RoleMajor producer and domestic consumer market; significant exporter (predominantly frozen/processed scallops rather than fresh)
Domestic RolePremium domestic seafood item used widely in foodservice (sushi/sashimi) and retail seafood counters
Market GrowthMixed (recent period since 2023)domestic demand is relatively stable while export growth is volatile due to trade restrictions and logistics constraints
SeasonalitySupply is available through the year, but practical availability fluctuates with regional harvest windows and temporary closures linked to shellfish toxin monitoring and weather/sea conditions.
Specification
Primary VarietyJapanese scallop / Yesso scallop (Patinopecten yessoensis; 'hotate')
Physical Attributes
- Freshness indicators (odor, drip loss, meat firmness)
- Adductor muscle size/weight and uniformity
- Shell integrity for live-in-shell trade
- Cleanliness (sand/grit presence) for shucked meat
Compositional Metrics
- Food-safety test outcomes for marine biotoxins where harvest-area monitoring applies
Grades
- Size grading is commonly used (e.g., shell size and/or adductor muscle size categories)
- Product form differentiation (live-in-shell vs shucked meat; roe-on vs roe-off where applicable)
Packaging
- Live scallops: ventilated containers with temperature control and moisture management (channel dependent)
- Fresh shucked meat: sealed food-grade trays/pouches under chilled conditions with clear lot/origin labeling
- Insulated shipper boxes with gel ice for domestic cold-chain delivery
Supply Chain
Value Chain
- Coastal harvest/aquaculture landing → local sorting/grading → wholesale market or processor intake → (optional) shucking/processing → chilled distribution → retail/foodservice
Temperature
- Strict chilled-chain control is critical for fresh scallops to manage microbial risk and texture degradation
- Minimize time-at-temperature during shucking, packing, and last-mile delivery
Atmosphere Control
- Live handling (where used) relies on appropriate seawater conditions and oxygenation during holding and transport
Shelf Life
- Fresh scallops have short shelf life; quality and safety are highly sensitive to handling delays and temperature abuse
Freight IntensityLow
Transport ModeAir
Risks
Geopolitics HighExport market access can be abruptly blocked by importing-country measures linked to the Fukushima treated water discharge controversy; China suspended imports of Japanese aquatic products in August 2023, which significantly disrupted scallop export channels and pricing.Diversify export markets and product formats (e.g., pivot volume to frozen/processed channels), maintain transparent origin/lot documentation, and monitor importing-country customs and health authority notices for rule changes.
Food Safety HighMarine biotoxins from harmful algal blooms can force harvest-area closures and create acute supply disruptions; toxin-related incidents can also trigger recalls or intensified inspections.Source only from approved/monitored harvest areas, require documented toxin monitoring/clearance where applicable, and implement rapid lot-level traceability and hold-and-release protocols.
Logistics MediumFresh scallops are highly time- and temperature-sensitive; airfreight capacity constraints, rate spikes, or cold-chain breaks can cause spoilage, border delays, and claim disputes.Use validated packaging and temperature monitoring, pre-book air capacity during peak periods, and include cold-chain and quality acceptance terms in contracts.
Regulatory Compliance MediumDocumentation or labeling mismatches (species/origin/lot) can trigger customs or food-sanitation holds, re-labeling, or rejection, particularly during periods of heightened scrutiny on Japanese seafood origin.Run pre-shipment document and label QA against importer checklists, and keep a single source of truth for species/origin/lot data across invoice, labels, and certificates.
Climate MediumCoastal storms, marine heatwaves, and longer-term ocean changes can reduce yields or increase mortality in scallop-producing areas, contributing to volatile availability and pricing.Diversify sourcing regions within Japan, maintain inventory buffers in frozen formats when feasible, and track regional production bulletins and environmental alerts.
Sustainability
- Marine ecosystem and coastal water-quality sensitivity for bivalve aquaculture areas
- Climate-driven ocean warming and variability affecting survival, growth, and harmful algal bloom incidence
- Reputational and market-access sensitivity related to Fukushima treated water discharge controversy (even when domestic standards are met)
Labor & Social
- Occupational safety in fishing and seafood processing (cold environments, sharp tools, machinery)
- Labor availability constraints in coastal communities can increase reliance on subcontracting and require careful compliance management
Standards
- HACCP-based food safety management (commonly expected by major buyers)
- ISO 22000 / FSSC 22000 (commonly used food safety management certifications in processed/packed seafood supply chains)
FAQ
What is the single biggest risk to Japanese scallop trade right now?The biggest disruption risk is sudden export market closure tied to the Fukushima treated water controversy—most notably China’s suspension of imports of Japanese aquatic products in August 2023, which severely affected scallop export channels and prices.
What are the typical import compliance steps for bringing fresh scallops into Japan?Imports generally require standard Japan Customs clearance documents (invoice, packing list, and transport documents) and an Import Notification under Japan’s Food Sanitation Act submitted by the importer; shipments may be selected for inspection before release to distribution.
Why do harmful algal blooms matter for fresh scallop availability in Japan?Harmful algal blooms can lead to marine biotoxin accumulation in shellfish, which can trigger temporary harvest-area closures and cause sudden supply gaps and heightened food-safety scrutiny.
Sources
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