Parent Product
Frozen Crab
HS Code
030614
Last Updated
2026-07-30
Key takeaways for search and sourcing teams
- Frozen Red Crab market coverage spans 121 countries.
- 59 exporter companies and 73 importer companies are indexed in the global supply chain intelligence network for this product.
- 129 supplier-linked transactions are summarized across the top 11 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 2026-07-30.
Global Supplier Transactions, Export Activity, and Price Benchmarks for Frozen Red Crab
Analyze 129 supplier-linked transactions across the top 11 countries, with monthly unit-price benchmarks to track export competitiveness and sourcing risk for Frozen Red Crab.
Frozen Red Crab Country YoY Change in Supplier Transactions and Export Momentum
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Top YoY shifts for Frozen Red Crab: India (-75.1%), Vietnam (+11.8%), Pakistan (+7.7%).
Frozen Red Crab Country-Level Supplier Transaction and Unit Price Summary
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In 2026-01, countries with visible Frozen Red Crab transaction unit prices: Indonesia (22.73 USD / kg), Vietnam (17.90 USD / kg), Argentina (9.77 USD / kg), Myanmar [Burma] (2.40 USD / kg).
| Country | YoY Change | Transaction Count | 2025-08 | 2025-09 | 2025-10 | 2025-11 | 2025-12 | 2026-01 | 2026-02 | 2026-03 | 2026-04 | 2026-05 | 2026-06 | 2026-07 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Russia | - | 66 | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | 40.00 USD / kg (2,500 kg) | - (-) | ||||||
| Peru | - | 3 | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | ||||||
| Pakistan | +7.7% | 5 | 1.60 USD / kg (7,872 kg) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | ||||||
| India | -75.1% | 4 | 2.98 USD / kg (19,440 kg) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | ||||||
| Argentina | - | 24 | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | 9.55 USD / kg (30,468 kg) | 14.40 USD / kg (216,629 kg) | 9.77 USD / kg (118,086 kg) | ||||||
| Vietnam | +11.8% | 17 | - (-) | - (-) | 13.57 USD / kg (36,690 kg) | 16.81 USD / kg (142,506 kg) | 16.74 USD / kg (123,856 kg) | 17.90 USD / kg (25,700 kg) | ||||||
| Indonesia | - | 4 | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | 27.64 USD / kg (19,590 kg) | - (-) | 22.73 USD / kg (38,740 kg) | ||||||
| China | - | 1 | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | ||||||
| Myanmar [Burma] | - | 1 | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | 2.40 USD / kg (90 kg) | ||||||
| Norway | - | 2 | - (-) | - (-) | 12.92 USD / kg (11,760 kg) | - (-) | 14.30 USD / kg (16,510 kg) | - (-) |
Frozen Red Crab Global Supply Chain Coverage
132 companies
59 exporters and 73 importers are mapped for Frozen Red Crab.
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Frozen Red Crab Export Supplier Intelligence, Trade Flows, and Price Signals
59 exporter companies are mapped in Tridge Supply Chain Intelligence for Frozen Red Crab. Exporters and importers can use company profiles and analytics to evaluate supplier coverage, trading activity, and route opportunities.
Frozen Red Crab Top Exporters and Supplier Profiles
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(Namibia)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-06-30
Employee Size: 11 - 50 Employees
Industries: Beverage ManufacturingFishing AquacultureFood Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: Distribution / WholesaleTrade
Exporting Countries: Spain
Supplying Products: Frozen Crab, Frozen Red Crab
(Brazil)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-06-30
Industries: Fishing AquacultureFood ManufacturingFood PackagingFood Services And Drinking Places
Value Chain Roles: Distribution / WholesaleFarming / Production / Processing / PackingFood Manufacturing
Exporting Countries: South Korea
Supplying Products: Frozen Crab, Frozen Red Crab
(Singapore)
Latest Export Transaction: 2025-12-02
Industries: Brokers And Trade AgenciesFishing AquacultureFood Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: Distribution / WholesaleTrade
Exporting Countries: Vietnam
Supplying Products: Frozen Crab, Frozen King Crab, Frozen Red Crab
(Hong Kong)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-06-30
Industries: Food Services And Drinking PlacesFood WholesalersOthers
Value Chain Roles: Distribution / WholesaleTrade
Exporting Countries: Vietnam
Supplying Products: Frozen Crab, Frozen King Crab, Frozen Red Crab
(South Korea)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-06-30
Industries: Fishing AquacultureOthers
Value Chain Roles: Distribution / WholesaleTrade
Exporting Countries: United States
Supplying Products: Frozen Crab, Frozen Squid, Frozen Red Crab +1
(United States)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-06-30
Employee Size: 1 - 10 Employees
Industries: Fishing AquacultureFood ManufacturingFood Packaging
Value Chain Roles: Distribution / WholesaleTrade
Exporting Countries: South Korea, United States
Supplying Products: Frozen Crab, Frozen Snow Crab, Frozen Red Crab +1
Frozen Red Crab Global Exporter Coverage
59 companies
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Top Exporting Countries for Frozen Red Crab (HS Code 030614) in 2024
For Frozen Red Crab in 2024, compare export volume and value across the top 10 supplier countries to map core supply structure.
| Rank | Country | Volume | Value |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Canada | 69,048,735 kg | 1,057,609,795.177 USD |
| 2 | Norway | 7,992,704 kg | 105,156,537.001 USD |
| 3 | Chile | 4,778,347.62 kg | 82,291,348.44 USD |
| 4 | South Korea | 10,529,910.912 kg | 80,014,651 USD |
| 5 | United States | 3,668,066 kg | 57,378,308 USD |
| 6 | Denmark | 3,186,269 kg | 42,588,402.76 USD |
| 7 | Ireland | 3,921,661 kg | 30,405,714.504 USD |
| 8 | Pakistan | 11,601,356 kg | 28,818,857.432 USD |
| 9 | Argentina | 1,438,482.1 kg | 28,683,156.64 USD |
| 10 | Netherlands | 2,203,689 kg | 25,210,418.182 USD |
Frozen Red Crab Export Trade Flow and Partner Country Summary
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Frozen Red Crab Import Buyer Intelligence, Demand Signals, and Price Benchmarks
73 importer companies are mapped for Frozen Red Crab demand intelligence. Use Supply Chain Intelligence company profiles and analytics to prioritize buyers, distributors, and downstream demand partners by market.
Frozen Red Crab Top Buyers, Importers, and Demand Partners
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(South Korea)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-06-30
Industries: Brokers And Trade AgenciesFishing AquacultureFood Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: -
(South Korea)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-06-30
Industries: Fishing AquacultureFood Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: -
(South Korea)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-06-30
Employee Size: 11 - 50 Employees
Sales Revenue: USD 1M - 5M
Industries: Online Retail And Fulfillment
Value Chain Roles: -
(United States)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-02-05
Employee Size: 11 - 50 Employees
Industries: Fishing AquacultureFood ManufacturingFood Wholesalers
Value Chain Roles: -
(South Korea)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-06-30
Industries: Fishing AquacultureFood Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: -
(United States)
Latest Import Transaction: 2025-11-20
Industries: Food ManufacturingFood PackagingOthers
Value Chain Roles: -
Global Importer Coverage
73 companies
Importer company count highlights the current depth of demand-side visibility for Frozen Red Crab.
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Top Import Demand Countries for Frozen Red Crab (HS Code 030614) in 2024
For Frozen Red Crab in 2024, compare import volume and value across the top 10 demand countries to identify priority markets.
| Rank | Country | Volume | Value |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | United States | 70,880,470 kg | 1,069,968,495 USD |
| 2 | Japan | 28,205,209 kg | 472,378,100.217 USD |
| 3 | South Korea | 29,077,956.163 kg | 157,465,315 USD |
| 4 | Canada | 1,903,299.151 kg | 36,840,318.821 USD |
| 5 | Spain | 4,130,499.94 kg | 34,522,836.638 USD |
| 6 | Thailand | 10,937,616 kg | 32,412,413.19 USD |
| 7 | Denmark | 2,771,593 kg | 32,236,804.278 USD |
| 8 | Hong Kong | 1,686,256 kg | 25,163,756.579 USD |
| 9 | Australia | 1,421,404.01 kg | 16,396,343.231 USD |
| 10 | Portugal | 1,267,016 kg | 9,971,521.99 USD |
Frozen Red Crab Import Trade Flow and Origin Country Summary
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Classification
Product TypeRaw Material
Product FormFrozen
Industry PositionPrimary Fishery Product
Raw Material
Commodity GroupMarine crustacean (crab)
Scientific NameChionoecetes japonicus
PerishabilityHigh
Growing Conditions
- Wild-caught saltwater species in the Northwest Pacific (FAO major fishing area 61), commonly associated with deepwater habitats in the Sea of Japan region
Main VarietiesWhole (shell-on), cooked and frozen, Shell-on sections (legs/clusters), cooked and frozen, Picked crab meat, frozen
Consumption Forms
- Cooked crab legs/clusters (thawed and reheated)
- Prepared dishes such as soups, hot pot, salads, and sushi/seafood assortments depending on market
Grading Factors
- Size/weight grade and presentation (whole vs sections vs meat)
- Shell integrity and damage (missing legs, cracks)
- Meat fill (meat yield) and condition
- Frozen quality factors (glaze coverage, dehydration/freezer burn, temperature history)
Market
Frozen red crab (commonly marketed in some trade contexts as red snow crab, Chionoecetes japonicus) is a capture-fishery product whose availability and pricing can shift quickly with quotas, stock conditions, and reopening/closure decisions in key fisheries. Global frozen-crab trade is large and concentrated in a handful of major import markets (notably the United States, Japan, China, and the Republic of Korea), while exports are led by a smaller set of supplying/processing countries. FAO GLOBEFISH reporting indicates crab markets stayed tight through 2025 into early 2026 because capture-based supply has not matched firm demand. Trade policy and sanctions can redirect flows rapidly, as highlighted by reported surges in China’s crab imports from the Russian Federation after market access tightened elsewhere.
Market GrowthGrowing (near- to medium-term)demand growth constrained by capture-based supply limits
Major Producing Countries
- RussiaKey Northwest Pacific (Sea of Japan) producing area for red snow crab (Chionoecetes japonicus) fisheries.
- JapanNorthwest Pacific distribution and fisheries presence for Chionoecetes japonicus; significant regional demand and utilization.
- South KoreaCommercially valuable offshore fishery species in Korean waters for Chionoecetes japonicus.
Major Exporting Countries
- CanadaLargest reported exporter in 2023 for HS 030614 (Frozen crabs), a trade category that includes Chionoecetes spp. products.
- ChinaMajor reported exporter in 2023 for HS 030614 (Frozen crabs), including reprocessing/re-export activity in some supply chains.
- NorwayMajor reported exporter in 2023 for HS 030614 (Frozen crabs); Barents-region king crab quota changes are monitored by buyers.
- South KoreaMajor reported exporter in 2023 for HS 030614 (Frozen crabs), relevant to Northwest Pacific crab trade.
- ChileAmong top reported exporters in 2023 for HS 030614 (Frozen crabs) in aggregated trade statistics.
Major Importing Countries
- United StatesLargest reported import market in 2023 for HS 030614 (Frozen crabs) by value in aggregated trade statistics.
- JapanMajor reported import market in 2023 for HS 030614 (Frozen crabs), aligned with strong consumer and foodservice demand for crab.
- ChinaMajor reported import market in 2023 for HS 030614 (Frozen crabs); FAO GLOBEFISH highlights rapid growth in imports from the Russian Federation.
- South KoreaMajor reported import market in 2023 for HS 030614 (Frozen crabs), reflecting strong regional consumption and processing/trade linkages.
Specification
Major VarietiesRed snow crab (Chionoecetes japonicus)
Physical Attributes
- Commonly traded as shell-on sections (legs/clusters) or whole crab, often cooked then frozen
- Glazing (protective ice layer) is commonly used on frozen seafood to reduce dehydration
Compositional Metrics
- Buyer specifications commonly reference size/weight grading and meat fill (meat yield) for shell-on crab products
- Net weight control is managed alongside glaze application in frozen presentations
Grades
- Commercial size grades (e.g., by count/weight) and condition grades (damage, missing legs, shell integrity) are widely used in frozen crab transactions
Packaging
- Frozen shell-on sections packed in poly bags within corrugated cartons for export cold chains
- Labeling typically distinguishes product presentation (whole, sections, meat), production method (caught), and frozen state for customs/market requirements
ProcessingFrozen crab products are maintained in a continuous cold chain; temperature deviation can degrade texture and increase dehydration/freezer burn risk
Supply Chain
Value Chain
- Capture fishery (pots/traps) → landing → sorting/grading → (often) cooking → cooling → freezing → glazing → packing → frozen storage → reefer transport → importer cold store → distribution/retail/foodservice
Demand Drivers
- Premium seafood demand in North America, Europe, and East Asia
- Foodservice-led demand and seasonal consumption peaks tied to holidays and promotions
- Buyer preference for verified/certified and traceable supply chains where available
Temperature
- Frozen products are commonly specified to be held at -18°C or lower through storage, transportation, and distribution to preserve quality
- Cold-chain breaks can create food-safety and quality risks, especially for ready-to-eat cooked crab products
Shelf Life
- Quality retention depends strongly on stable frozen storage temperatures and adequate protective packaging/glazing to limit dehydration
Risks
Catch Quota And Stock Variability HighFrozen red crab supply is fundamentally exposed to capture-fishery management decisions, stock conditions, and environmental shifts; FAO GLOBEFISH notes tight crab markets through 2025 into early 2026 and continued vulnerability to quota and environmental changes, which can quickly tighten availability and lift prices across premium crab categories.Diversify sourcing across regions/species where buyer specifications allow, monitor quota and stock announcements closely, and secure forward supply with contingency inventories in destination cold stores.
Trade Policy And Sanctions HighMarket-access constraints and sanctions can rapidly reroute crab flows and disrupt established supplier relationships; FAO GLOBEFISH highlights China’s increased reliance on Russian crab products after bans in other major markets, increasing destination concentration risk for affected supply chains.Map regulatory exposure by origin and destination, maintain alternative approved suppliers, and strengthen documentation (origin, legality, chain-of-custody) to reduce border and compliance delays.
Cold Chain Integrity MediumFrozen crab quality and safety depend on maintaining specified frozen temperatures and preventing temperature abuse; glazing and stable low-temperature storage are standard controls, but logistics disruptions can cause dehydration, quality loss, and higher rejection risk.Use validated freezing and storage controls, temperature monitoring (data loggers), and qualified reefer logistics with defined deviation-response procedures.
Illegal Fishing And Traceability MediumIUU fishing is a recognized threat across global fisheries and can enter international supply chains, creating sustainability, compliance, and reputational risks for crab buyers.Apply legality verification and traceability systems (catch documentation where applicable), audit high-risk suppliers, and align procurement to recognized fisheries management and port-state control frameworks.
Sustainability
- Capture-fishery dependence: supply is constrained by quotas, stock rebuilding, and environmental variability rather than scalable aquaculture expansion
- IUU fishing risk and associated ecosystem impacts remain a recognized global threat for fisheries products entering international trade
Labor & Social
- Seafood supply chains can face labor-rights risks in parts of the global fishing sector; buyers often apply enhanced due diligence and traceability expectations
- Traceability and legality assurance are important for market access and reputational risk management in crab trade
FAQ
Which trade classification commonly covers frozen red crab products in customs statistics?Frozen red crab products are commonly captured within the broader “frozen crabs” category (HS 030614). In EU nomenclature, frozen crabs under CN include groupings that cover Chionoecetes spp. (which includes Chionoecetes japonicus).
Which countries are the largest import markets for frozen crabs in recent global trade data?In 2023 aggregated trade statistics for HS 030614 (frozen crabs), the largest import markets by value included the United States, Japan, China, and the Republic of Korea.
Why can frozen crab supply and prices change quickly from year to year?Crab supply is largely capture-based, so annual quotas, stock rebuilding decisions, and environmental variability can constrain volumes. FAO GLOBEFISH reported tight crab markets through 2025 into early 2026, with ongoing exposure to quota and policy shifts.
What is the key cold-chain expectation for frozen crab in international trade?International guidance for frozen fishery products commonly targets maintaining frozen storage and transport conditions around -18°C or lower to preserve quality, alongside controls such as glazing and temperature monitoring.
Sources
Frozen Red Crab Country Coverage for Suppliers, Export Flows, and Prices
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All country market pages: Canada, China, Russia, United States, Chile, South Korea, Japan, Thailand, Vietnam, Norway, Indonesia, Spain, Denmark, Pakistan, France, Netherlands, Hong Kong, Ukraine, Ireland, Australia, Myanmar [Burma], Bahrain, Malaysia, Portugal, Tunisia, United Kingdom, Sweden, Mexico, Singapore, Italy, Belgium, United Arab Emirates, Sri Lanka, Germany, Madagascar, South Africa, New Zealand, Switzerland, Uruguay, Saudi Arabia, Dominican Republic, Greece, India, Maldives, Colombia, Austria, Brazil, Israel, Brunei, Finland, Senegal, Bahamas, Macao, Mozambique, Qatar, Bulgaria, Mauritius, Egypt, Morocco, Lithuania, Kenya, Turkiye, Ecuador, Belize, Cyprus, Iceland, Czechia, Romania, Poland, Hungary, Andorra, Albania, Armenia, Argentina, Azerbaijan, Barbados, Bermuda, Bolivia, Botswana, Ivory Coast, Costa Rica, Cuba, Estonia, Ethiopia, Fiji, Gambia, Guatemala, Honduras, Croatia, Jamaica, Jordan, Kyrgyzstan, Cambodia, Kuwait, Kazakhstan, Laos, Luxembourg, Latvia, Moldova, Montenegro, Mongolia, Malta, Malawi, Namibia, Nigeria, Nicaragua, Nepal, Oman, Panama, Peru, Philippines, Paraguay, Serbia, Slovenia, Slovakia, El Salvador, Tanzania, Uzbekistan, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, Zambia, Zimbabwe
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