Sub Product
Raw Materials
HS Code
030614
Last Updated
2026-04-12
Key takeaways for search and sourcing teams
- Spain Frozen Crab market intelligence page includes 0 premium suppliers.
- 5 sampled export transactions for Spain are summarized.
- 16 export partner companies and 11 import partner companies are mapped for Frozen Crab in Spain.
- Wholesale sample entries: 5; farmgate sample entries: 0.
- 5 export partner countries and 5 import partner countries are ranked.
- Latest reference year in this page dataset is 2026.
- Page data last updated on 2026-04-12.
Frozen Crab Export Supplier Intelligence, Price Trends, and Trade Flows in Spain
16 export partner companies are tracked for Frozen Crab in Spain. Use Supply Chain Intelligence company profiles and analytics to validate exporter coverage, partner quality, and route priorities.
Explore Frozen Crab export intelligence in Spain, including 5 sampled supplier transactions, monthly unit-price ranges, and partner-country trade flow patterns for HS Code 030614.
Scatter points are sampled from 100.0% of the full transaction dataset.
Sample Export Supplier Transaction Records for Frozen Crab in Spain
5 sampled Frozen Crab transactions in Spain include date, origin, and partner-country context to benchmark export prices and supplier trading patterns.
Frozen Crab sampled transaction unit prices by date in Spain: 2025-12-19: 28.54 USD / kg, 2025-12-19: 11.54 USD / kg, 2025-12-18: 40.32 USD / kg, 2025-12-05: 16.48 USD / kg, 2025-12-04: 14.07 USD / kg.
| Date | Reported Product | Unit Price | Exporter | Importer | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-12-19 | NEC*** ********* | 28.54 USD / kg | (Spain) | (Mexico) | |
| 2025-12-19 | BUE* ** *** ********* | 11.54 USD / kg | (Spain) | (Mexico) | |
| 2025-12-18 | CUE**** ** ******** ********* ********** ********* ** ******* ** ******** | 40.32 USD / kg | (Spain) | (Costa Rica) | |
| 2025-12-05 | FRO*** ***** ******* **** **** ****** ***** * ****** **** ******** **** ****** **** *** *** * ******** **** *** ****** ** * *** ***** ****** ** * *** **** ****** **** ******** ****** *********** **** *** * **** ******* ** *** *** ** ** | 16.48 USD / kg | (Spain) | (United States) | |
| 2025-12-04 | BUE* ** *** ********** ***** ********* ********* ** **** ** *** | 14.07 USD / kg | (Spain) | (Costa Rica) |
Top Frozen Crab Export Suppliers and Companies in Spain
Review leading exporter profiles and benchmark them against 16 total export partner companies tracked for Frozen Crab in Spain. Use Supply Chain Intelligence company profiles and analytics to shortlist sourcing and export partners faster.
(Spain)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-03-12
Employee Size: Over 1000 Employees
Sales Revenue: USD Over 1B
Industries: Grocery StoresFood WholesalersOthers
Value Chain Roles: Distribution / WholesaleLogisticsOthersRetail
(Spain)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-03-12
Employee Size: 101 - 500 Employees
Sales Revenue: USD 50M - 100M
Industries: Brokers And Trade AgenciesFood ManufacturingFood PackagingFishing Aquaculture
Value Chain Roles: Distribution / WholesaleFarming / Production / Processing / PackingTradeFood Manufacturing
(Spain)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-03-12
Industries: Food ManufacturingFishing Aquaculture
Value Chain Roles: TradeFood Manufacturing
(Spain)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-03-12
Employee Size: 1 - 10 Employees
Sales Revenue: USD 1M - 5M
Industries: Food WholesalersOthersFood Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: Food ManufacturingDistribution / Wholesale
(Spain)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-03-12
Employee Size: 11 - 50 Employees
Sales Revenue: USD 10M - 50M
Industries: Food Services And Drinking PlacesFood ManufacturingFood PackagingFishing Aquaculture
Value Chain Roles: Distribution / WholesaleFood ManufacturingFarming / Production / Processing / Packing
(Spain)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-03-12
Industries: Food Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: Distribution / WholesaleTradeFood Manufacturing
Spain Export Partner Coverage
16 companies
Total export partner company count is a core signal of Spain export network depth for Frozen Crab.
Exporters and importers can open Supply Chain Intelligence company profiles and analytics to assess Frozen Crab partner concentration, capacity signals, and trade relevance in Spain.
Annual Export Value, Volume, and Supplier Market Size for Frozen Crab in Spain (HS Code 030614)
Analyze 3 years of Frozen Crab export volume and value in Spain to evaluate supplier market growth, seasonality, and trade volatility.
| Year | Volume | Value |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 563,620 | 7,920,143 USD |
| 2023 | 536,387 | 6,141,806 USD |
| 2022 | 1,992,746 | 9,433,649 USD |
Top Destination Markets for Frozen Crab Exports from Spain (HS Code 030614) in 2024
For 2024, compare export volume and value across the top 5 destination countries for Frozen Crab exports from Spain.
| Rank | Country | Volume | Value |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Portugal | 203,198.58 | 2,387,402.649 USD |
| 2 | France | 187,468.8 | 1,930,377.375 USD |
| 3 | Italy | 25,126.98 | 1,115,058.636 USD |
| 4 | Bulgaria | 33,265.1 | 587,418.92 USD |
| 5 | Indonesia | 25,712 | 526,762.058 USD |
Frozen Crab Import Buyer Intelligence and Price Signals in Spain: Buyers, Demand, and Trade Partners
11 import partner companies are tracked for Frozen Crab in Spain. 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 57.8% of the full transaction dataset.
Sample Import Transaction and Price Records for Frozen Crab in Spain
5 sampled Frozen Crab import transactions in Spain provide date, origin, and trade-country context to benchmark price levels and demand-side trading patterns.
Frozen Crab sampled import transaction unit prices by date in Spain: 2026-02-22: 2.74 USD / kg, 2026-02-17: 1.72 USD / kg, 2026-02-05: 2.77 USD / kg, 2026-02-05: 2.72 USD / kg, 2026-02-05: 2.92 USD / kg.
| Date | Reported Product | Unit Price | Exporter | Importer | Origin | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-02-22 | D17***************************************** ****** ********* ******* **** ************** ** **** ***** * **** | 2.74 USD / kg | (-) | (-) | - | |
| 2026-02-17 | uca ********* ** ***** ******* ******* | 1.72 USD / kg | (-) | (-) | - | |
| 2026-02-05 | D17****************************************** ****** ********* ******* **** ***** ********* ** **** *** ** * *** | 2.77 USD / kg | (-) | (-) | - | |
| 2026-02-05 | D17****************************************** ****** ********* ******* **** ***** *** ** * * *** **** ********** | 2.72 USD / kg | (-) | (-) | - | |
| 2026-02-05 | D17****************************************** ****** ********* ******* **** ***** ********* ** **** *** ** * **** | 2.92 USD / kg | (-) | (-) | - |
Top Frozen Crab Buyers, Importers, and Demand Partners in Spain
Review leading buyer profiles and compare them with 11 total import partner companies tracked for Frozen Crab in Spain. Exporters and importers can use Supply Chain Intelligence company profiles and analytics to evaluate demand-side partner fit.
(Spain)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-03-12
Industries: Food ManufacturingOthersFood Packaging
Value Chain Roles: OthersFood Manufacturing
(Spain)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-03-12
Employee Size: 11 - 50 Employees
Industries: Fishing AquacultureFood Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: Farming / Production / Processing / PackingDistribution / Wholesale
(Spain)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-03-12
Employee Size: 11 - 50 Employees
Industries: Fishing AquacultureOthersFood Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: Farming / Production / Processing / PackingOthersFood Manufacturing
(Spain)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-03-12
Employee Size: 11 - 50 Employees
Sales Revenue: USD 5M - 10M
Industries: OthersFood Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: Food ManufacturingTrade
(Spain)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-03-12
Employee Size: 11 - 50 Employees
Sales Revenue: USD 1M - 5M
Industries: Others
Value Chain Roles: Farming / Production / Processing / PackingOthers
(Spain)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-03-12
Employee Size: 1 - 10 Employees
Industries: Animal ProductionFood Wholesalers
Value Chain Roles: Distribution / WholesaleTrade
Spain Import Partner Coverage
11 companies
Import partner company count highlights demand-side visibility for Frozen Crab in Spain.
Use Supply Chain Intelligence analytics and company profiles to identify active Frozen Crab importers, distributors, and buyer networks in Spain.
Annual Import Value, Volume, and Demand Size for Frozen Crab in Spain (HS Code 030614)
Track 3 years of Frozen Crab import volume and value in Spain to assess demand growth and market momentum.
| Year | Volume | Value |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 4,130,500 | 34,522,837 USD |
| 2023 | 3,858,446 | 32,359,952 USD |
| 2022 | 4,809,047 | 42,340,306 USD |
Top Origin Supplier Countries Supplying Frozen Crab to Spain (HS Code 030614) in 2024
For 2024, compare import volume and value across the top 5 origin supplier countries supplying Frozen Crab to Spain.
| Rank | Country | Volume | Value |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Namibia | 1,441,360 | 11,344,168.471 USD |
| 2 | Ireland | 651,443.77 | 6,230,537.171 USD |
| 3 | Germany | 149,181.4 | 3,710,245.393 USD |
| 4 | Portugal | 386,963.71 | 2,743,890.678 USD |
| 5 | France | 332,234.44 | 1,888,818.831 USD |
Frozen Crab Wholesale Supplier Price Trends in Spain
Track Frozen Crab wholesale supplier price benchmarks and recent export price updates in Spain.
Historical Frozen Crab Wholesale Supplier Prices in Spain (USD/kg)
Yearly average, lower, and upper Frozen Crab wholesale prices with YoY changes provide benchmark data for supplier pricing and export competitiveness in Spain.
Frozen Crab yearly average wholesale prices in Spain: 2021: 16.98 USD / kg, 2022: 44.40 USD / kg, 2023: 45.39 USD / kg, 2024: 24.56 USD / kg, 2025: 23.51 USD / kg, 2026: 33.78 USD / kg.
| Year | Average Unit Price | Lower Unit Price | Upper Unit Price | YoY Change |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 16.98 USD / kg | 7.23 USD / kg | 81.88 USD / kg | - |
| 2022 | 44.40 USD / kg | 7.23 USD / kg | 81.88 USD / kg | - |
| 2023 | 45.39 USD / kg | 9.58 USD / kg | 65.44 USD / kg | - |
| 2024 | 24.56 USD / kg | 9.43 USD / kg | 66.95 USD / kg | - |
| 2025 | 23.51 USD / kg | 7.78 USD / kg | 79.71 USD / kg | - |
| 2026 | 33.78 USD / kg | 10.43 USD / kg | 73.62 USD / kg | - |
Latest Frozen Crab Wholesale Export Price Updates in Spain
Use the latest 5 updates to check current Frozen Crab wholesale export price points and origin-level changes in Spain.
Frozen Crab latest wholesale updates by date in Spain: 2026-04-01: 17.95 USD / kg, 2026-04-01: 11.00 USD / kg, 2026-04-01: 71.20 USD / kg, 2025-06-01: 14.13 USD / kg, 2025-06-01: 7.78 USD / kg.
| Date | Entry Name | Unit Price (USD) | Origin Country | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-04-01 | BOI*** ****** **** * ******* ********* | 17.95 USD / kg | - | |
| 2026-04-01 | BOI*** ** **** * ******* ********* | 11.00 USD / kg | - | |
| 2026-04-01 | CRA* ***** *** ****** ****** * ******* ********* | 71.20 USD / kg | - | |
| 2025-06-01 | NEC**** **** * ********* ****** ****** ****** **** ***** ******* ****** | 14.13 USD / kg | - | |
| 2025-06-01 | CEN****** **** * ********* ********* ***** ******* ****** | 7.78 USD / kg | - |
Classification
Product TypeRaw Material
Product FormFrozen
Industry PositionPrimary Seafood Product
Raw Material
Market
Frozen crab in Spain is primarily supplied through imports into the EU single market, serving domestic retail and foodservice demand and, in some cases, EU redistribution via Spanish seafood importers and cold-chain operators. Spain has domestic crab fisheries along the Atlantic and Cantabrian coasts (notably Galicia), but local landings are typically marketed fresh and are seasonal, while frozen formats support year-round availability for the broader market. Market access is governed by EU official controls for fishery products and strict traceability requirements, including catch documentation for wild-caught imports from non-EU countries. Cold-chain integrity (frozen storage/transport) and correct allergen and fisheries labeling are central to operational compliance.
Market RoleNet importer and import-dependent consumer/processing market (EU member state)
Domestic RoleHigh-value seafood category for household consumption and horeca; domestic landings are niche versus total availability when including imports
Market GrowthNot Mentioned
SeasonalityImports support year-round availability; domestic fisheries are seasonal due to stock biology and fishery management measures.
Specification
Physical Attributes
- Whole crab, clusters/sections, or picked crab meat sold frozen depending on channel
- Intact shell/appendages (for whole/sections), minimal breakage and freezer burn
- Glazing integrity and absence of excessive ice buildup
Compositional Metrics
- Declared net weight and (where applicable) glaze percentage/drained weight controls used by buyers
Packaging
- Retail bags/trays or vacuum packs for frozen sections/meat
- Bulk polybags or lined cartons for foodservice and further handling
- Lot coding and storage temperature statements consistent with EU labeling expectations
Supply Chain
Value Chain
- Wild capture/landing (or at-sea handling) → cooking (where applicable) → blast freezing → glazing/packing → cold storage → reefer sea transport to EU → border control post checks → customs release → cold store → wholesale/retail/foodservice distribution
Temperature
- Frozen cold chain requires temperature control consistent with frozen storage/transport expectations; avoid thaw–refreeze events
Shelf Life
- Shelf life is primarily driven by maintaining an uninterrupted frozen cold chain and appropriate packaging; buyer/label specifications define usable life and handling limits
Freight IntensityMedium
Transport ModeSea
Risks
Regulatory Compliance HighFailure to meet EU IUU catch documentation and official control requirements (e.g., incomplete/invalid catch certificate or non-compliant health certification where required) can result in detention, rejection, or heightened inspection of frozen crab consignments entering Spain.Use only EU-eligible establishments and origin competent authorities; implement a pre-shipment document validation checklist (catch certificate/health certificate/TRACE NT entries) and keep vessel-to-lot traceability evidence ready for border and buyer audits.
Food Safety MediumContaminant and food-safety non-compliance (e.g., heavy metals in certain crab tissues, hygiene failures, or undeclared allergens in value-added crab meat products) can trigger border rejections and rapid alerts within the EU.Apply risk-based testing plans (species/tissue/origin-specific), validate HACCP controls for cooking/freezing (where applicable), and ensure EU-compliant allergen and ingredient labeling for any repacked or value-added formats.
Logistics MediumReefer disruptions, port delays, or cold-store energy constraints can increase landed cost and raise quality/food-safety risk if frozen temperatures are not maintained.Use temperature data loggers, specify maximum transit and dwell times, contract reliable cold-chain providers, and define corrective actions for any temperature excursion events.
Geopolitical MediumOrigin-specific geopolitical restrictions, sanctions, or sudden trade measures affecting key crab supplying regions can disrupt availability and pricing for Spanish buyers.Diversify approved origins and species mix, maintain multi-supplier qualification, and monitor EU sanctions and trade measures relevant to seafood.
Sustainability
- Stock sustainability and fishery management alignment (crab stocks can be sensitive to overexploitation and environmental change)
- Bycatch/habitat impacts and gear-related marine impacts (including ghost gear) in source fisheries
- Climate-driven shifts in distribution and catch variability affecting supply stability
Labor & Social
- Elevated labor-rights risk in parts of the global fishing and seafood processing supply chain (risk varies by origin and fleet); buyers may require social compliance audits and grievance mechanisms
- Crew welfare and occupational safety risks in capture fisheries
Standards
- BRCGS Food Safety
- IFS Food
- ISO 22000 / FSSC 22000
- MSC Chain of Custody (channel-dependent)
FAQ
What are the most common import documents for frozen crab entering Spain?Common requirements include commercial shipping documents (invoice, packing list, bill of lading), and—depending on origin and whether the product is wild-caught—a health certificate for fishery products and an EU IUU catch certificate. Many consignments also require TRACES NT pre-notification and entry documentation (such as CHED-P) under EU official controls.
What is the biggest deal-breaker risk for importing frozen crab into Spain?The most critical blocker is regulatory non-compliance at the EU border—especially missing or invalid IUU catch documentation and any required health certification—which can lead to detention or rejection at the border control post.
Why is cold-chain control emphasized for frozen crab in Spain?Because product quality and safety depend on maintaining an uninterrupted frozen cold chain; delays or temperature excursions (including thaw–refreeze events) can cause quality defects and increase compliance risk during checks and buyer audits.
Sources
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