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Frozen Scallops Market Overview 2026

Sub Product
Frozen Bay Scallops, Frozen Diver Scallops, Frozen Sea Scallops, IQF Frozen Scallops
HS Code
030722
Last Updated
2026-05-23
Key takeaways for search and sourcing teams
  • Frozen Scallops market coverage spans 114 countries.
  • 509 exporter companies and 562 importer companies are indexed in the global supply chain intelligence network for this product.
  • 3,892 supplier-linked transactions are summarized across the top 20 countries.
  • 1 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 2026-05-23.

Global Supplier Transactions, Export Activity, and Price Benchmarks for Frozen Scallops

Analyze 3,892 supplier-linked transactions across the top 20 countries, with monthly unit-price benchmarks to track export competitiveness and sourcing risk for Frozen Scallops.

Frozen Scallops Country YoY Change in Supplier Transactions and Export Momentum

Compare positive and negative YoY shifts in Frozen Scallops to identify accelerating supplier markets and weakening export corridors.
Top YoY shifts for Frozen Scallops: Taiwan (+498.2%), Japan (+203.5%), Indonesia (+192.6%).

Frozen Scallops Country-Level Supplier Transaction and Unit Price Summary

As of 2025-06, benchmark Frozen Scallops country transaction counts with monthly unit price and volume to prioritize supplier and export markets.
In 2025-11, countries with visible Frozen Scallops transaction unit prices: Netherlands (23.72 USD / kg), Ireland (22.46 USD / kg), Panama (19.94 USD / kg), Ecuador (18.67 USD / kg), Mexico (14.50 USD / kg), 12 more countries.
CountryYoY ChangeTransaction Count2025-062025-072025-082025-092025-102025-112025-122026-012026-022026-032026-042026-05
Japan+203.5%9474.96 USD / kg (1,015,890 kg)5.36 USD / kg (527,744 kg)13.00 USD / kg (2,235,925 kg)3.69 USD / kg (4,071,371 kg)6.36 USD / kg (2,185,220 kg)6.80 USD / kg (1,640,075 kg)
China-14.0%9465.11 USD / kg (699,705.6 kg)3.87 USD / kg (973,168 kg)5.62 USD / kg (854,709.6 kg)5.16 USD / kg (952,102.81 kg)4.95 USD / kg (1,070,621.6 kg)4.18 USD / kg (1,236,676.4 kg)
Vietnam+137.6%72116.84 USD / kg (124,235.78 kg)15.65 USD / kg (190,135.1 kg)9.70 USD / kg (572,327.819 kg)10.66 USD / kg (1,288,683.561 kg)11.72 USD / kg (953,283.67 kg)13.89 USD / kg (714,639.599 kg)
Thailand-39.1%49- (-)- (-)- (-)4.92 USD / kg (195,091 kg)9.55 USD / kg (266,600 kg)5.75 USD / kg (114,886 kg)
India+52.6%16- (-)- (-)- (-)- (-)- (-)11.74 USD / kg (18,130 kg)
Ireland+29.2%17- (-)24.50 USD / kg (200 kg)- (-)21.67 USD / kg (11 kg)- (-)22.46 USD / kg (100 kg)
Peru-3.3%85010.12 USD / kg (425,478.718 kg)12.60 USD / kg (411,345.782 kg)11.14 USD / kg (336,940.57 kg)11.17 USD / kg (617,112.901 kg)10.93 USD / kg (1,055,465.05 kg)11.83 USD / kg (1,157,777.691 kg)
United States+14.8%1722.04 USD / kg (13,514.73 kg)14.53 USD / kg (19,576.35 kg)- (-)7.94 USD / kg (12,400 kg)40.91 USD / kg (1,822.474 kg)- (-)
Singapore+25.9%1512.00 USD / kg (20 kg)- (-)- (-)4.67 USD / kg (3,532.32 kg)- (-)- (-)
Taiwan+498.2%140.80 USD / kg (1,656 kg)- (-)- (-)0.89 USD / kg (3,078 kg)0.75 USD / kg (900 kg)0.80 USD / kg (1,638 kg)
Frozen Scallops Global Supply Chain Coverage
1,071 companies
509 exporters and 562 importers are mapped for Frozen Scallops.
Exporters and importers can use Tridge Supply Chain Intelligence company profiles and analytics to identify counterparties for Frozen Scallops, benchmark reach, and prioritize outreach by market.

Frozen Scallops Export Supplier Intelligence, Trade Flows, and Price Signals

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

Frozen Scallops Verified Export Suppliers and Premium Partners

1 premium Frozen Scallops suppliers include country, industry, and contactability signals to prioritize credible export partners faster.
Haizhimei (Dalian) International Trade Co., Ltd.
China
Food WholesalersFishing AquacultureFood Manufacturing
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Frozen Scallops Top Exporters and Supplier Profiles

Review leading exporter profiles while benchmarking against 509 total exporter companies in the Frozen Scallops supply chain intelligence network. Exporters and importers can unlock company profiles and analytics to qualify partners faster.
(Japan)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-04-23
Recently Export Partner Companies: 1
Employee Size: 1 - 10 Employees
Industries: Fishing Aquaculture
Value Chain Roles: Farming / Production / Processing / Packing
(Japan)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-01-09
Recently Export Partner Companies: 2
Employee Size: 11 - 50 Employees
Industries: Food Services And Drinking PlacesFood PackagingFood ManufacturingFishing AquacultureOthers
Value Chain Roles: OthersDistribution / WholesaleFarming / Production / Processing / PackingRetailFood Manufacturing
(China)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-04-23
Industries: Food ManufacturingOthers
Value Chain Roles: TradeDistribution / Wholesale
(Peru)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-02-10
Recently Export Partner Companies: 11
Industries: Food ManufacturingFishing Aquaculture
Value Chain Roles: Farming / Production / Processing / PackingDistribution / Wholesale
(China)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-04-16
Recently Export Partner Companies: 1
Employee Size: 11 - 50 Employees
Sales Revenue: USD 5M - 10M
Industries: Food PackagingFishing AquacultureFood Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: Distribution / WholesaleFood ManufacturingTradeFarming / Production / Processing / Packing
(Japan)
Latest Export Transaction: 2025-06-22
Industries: Others
Value Chain Roles: Trade
Frozen Scallops Global Exporter Coverage
509 companies
Exporter company count is a key signal for Frozen Scallops supply depth and sourcing optionality.
Use Supply Chain Intelligence analytics to narrow Frozen Scallops opportunities by country, product, and value-chain role, then open company profiles to validate fit.

Top Exporting Countries for Frozen Scallops (HS Code 030722) in 2024

For Frozen Scallops in 2024, compare export volume and value across the top 10 supplier countries to map core supply structure.
RankCountryVolumeValue
1Japan57,114,976 kg406,318,716.636 USD
2Canada3,796,292 kg86,465,875.104 USD
3United States3,534,181 kg66,505,249 USD
4United Kingdom3,268,172 kg35,534,217.618 USD
5Denmark2,370,959 kg26,535,488.215 USD
6Netherlands928,556 kg20,109,995.754 USD
7Chile1,123,000.6 kg14,643,570.59 USD
8Thailand2,101,163 kg14,173,084.65 USD
9Belgium688,525.51 kg10,149,002.252 USD
10Spain581,788.935 kg8,970,749.409 USD

Frozen Scallops Export Trade Flow and Partner Country Summary

Track Frozen Scallops exporter-to-importer flows by value, volume, and share to uncover high-potential export routes.

Frozen Scallops Import Buyer Intelligence, Demand Signals, and Price Benchmarks

562 importer companies are mapped for Frozen Scallops demand intelligence. Use Supply Chain Intelligence company profiles and analytics to prioritize buyers, distributors, and downstream demand partners by market.

Frozen Scallops Top Buyers, Importers, and Demand Partners

Review leading buyer profiles and compare them against 562 total importer companies tracked for Frozen Scallops. Exporters and importers can use Supply Chain Intelligence company profiles and analytics to evaluate buyer quality and demand concentration.
(New Zealand)
Latest Import Transaction: 2025-11-28
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Shipping And Water TransportFood Wholesalers
Value Chain Roles: -
(Spain)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-04-23
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Employee Size: 11 - 50 Employees
Industries: Food ManufacturingOthersFood Wholesalers
Value Chain Roles: -
(Vietnam)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-01-19
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Others
Value Chain Roles: -
(Vietnam)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-04-23
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Food WholesalersFood Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: -
(Spain)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-04-23
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Industries: OthersFood ManufacturingFood WholesalersFood Packaging
Value Chain Roles: -
(Philippines)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-01-05
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Employee Size: 11 - 50 Employees
Industries: Others
Value Chain Roles: -
Global Importer Coverage
562 companies
Importer company count highlights the current depth of demand-side visibility for Frozen Scallops.
Use Supply Chain Intelligence analytics and company profiles to identify active Frozen Scallops buyers, compare partner density by country, and refine GTM priorities.

Top Import Demand Countries for Frozen Scallops (HS Code 030722) in 2024

For Frozen Scallops in 2024, compare import volume and value across the top 10 demand countries to identify priority markets.
RankCountryVolumeValue
1United States21,411,205 kg305,683,703 USD
2Spain6,415,773.85 kg71,401,943.465 USD
3Hong Kong4,567,298 kg60,297,370.181 USD
4Canada3,213,212.206 kg45,570,327.651 USD
5Thailand11,310,960 kg41,555,772.13 USD
6Australia2,596,882.66 kg34,942,306.55 USD
7Italy3,207,290 kg34,311,503.877 USD
8Netherlands1,267,107.802 kg28,855,049.715 USD
9Denmark2,365,924 kg25,803,171.649 USD
10Belgium1,185,414.52 kg24,376,119.659 USD

Frozen Scallops Import Trade Flow and Origin Country Summary

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

Global Wholesale Supplier Price Trends by Country for Frozen Scallops

Frozen Scallops Monthly Wholesale Supplier Price Summary by Country

Monthly Frozen Scallops wholesale unit-price benchmarks by country for export and sourcing decisions.
In 2025-11, countries with visible Frozen Scallops wholesale unit prices: France (39.31 USD / kg), Ukraine (22.11 USD / kg).
Country2025-062025-072025-082025-092025-102025-112025-122026-012026-022026-032026-042026-05
France39.40 USD / kg39.53 USD / kg39.63 USD / kg39.85 USD / kg39.49 USD / kg39.31 USD / kg
Spain------
Ukraine22.37 USD / kg22.26 USD / kg22.47 USD / kg22.54 USD / kg22.30 USD / kg22.11 USD / kg

Frozen Scallops Wholesale Price Competitiveness by Major Exporting Countries

Compare Frozen Scallops wholesale price ranges and YoY changes across the top 3 exporting countries to benchmark supplier price competitiveness.
RankCountryAverageLowerUpperYoY
1France37.74 USD / kg32.80 USD / kg42.95 USD / kg-7.7%
2Spain14.62 USD / kg14.62 USD / kg14.62 USD / kg+1.2%
3Ukraine22.00 USD / kg21.05 USD / kg22.64 USD / kg-1.4%

Latest Frozen Scallops Wholesale Export Price Updates

Use the latest 5 Frozen Scallops wholesale updates to validate current export price points and origin-level supplier changes.
DateEntry NameUnit Price (USD) 
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Classification

Product TypeRaw Material
Product FormFrozen
Industry PositionPrimary Aquatic Product

Market

Frozen scallops are a globally traded bivalve seafood product supplied by a mix of wild-capture fisheries and aquaculture, typically shipped as frozen adductor muscles (and sometimes roe-on). Production and processing are concentrated in a handful of coastal regions, with China a major aquaculture and processing hub alongside important wild and farmed supply from countries including Japan, the United States, Canada, Russia, Peru, and Chile. The United States and key EU markets are major demand centers, with trade influenced by cold-chain performance, specification compliance (size, glazing, additives), and buyer scrutiny on legality and labor conditions. Market dynamics are highly sensitive to marine biotoxin events and fishery management measures that can rapidly constrain supply and disrupt trade flows.
Major Producing Countries
  • ChinaMajor aquaculture producer and processing hub for scallops and scallop meats in global trade.
  • JapanLarge scallop aquaculture producer; significant domestic market and export presence.
  • United StatesMajor wild-capture producer (notably Atlantic sea scallop) and large import market.
  • CanadaImportant wild-capture producer and exporter (Atlantic and Pacific scallop products).
  • RussiaSignificant capture and aquaculture potential in Far East regions; trade can be policy- and sanction-sensitive.
  • PeruNotable aquaculture producer (Peruvian scallop) supplying export markets.
  • ChileRelevant producer and exporter in South America, supplying frozen scallop products.
  • FranceImportant producer and consumer market for scallops in Europe (fresh and processed/frozen forms).
Major Exporting Countries
  • ChinaMajor exporter of processed/frozen scallop products, including through reprocessing of imported raw material.
  • PeruKey exporter of aquaculture scallops to North America, Europe, and Asia depending on market access and conditions.
  • United StatesExports scallop meats (including frozen) from managed fisheries; also a major importer.
  • CanadaExports wild-capture scallops and scallop meats to the United States and other markets.
  • JapanExports scallops (notably from Hokkaido aquaculture), with demand influenced by quality and specification requirements.
Major Importing Countries
  • United StatesOne of the largest import markets for frozen scallop meats used in retail and foodservice.
  • FranceMajor European consumer market for scallops; imports supplement domestic landings and seasonal availability.
  • SpainSignificant EU seafood market importing scallop products for retail, foodservice, and processing.
  • ItalyLarge EU seafood market with steady demand for frozen and prepared scallop products.
  • NetherlandsImportant EU logistics and distribution hub; imports can serve broader EU redistribution.
  • South KoreaNotable import market for scallops and scallop meats in Northeast Asia.

Specification

Major VarietiesYesso scallop (Patinopecten yessoensis), Atlantic sea scallop (Placopecten magellanicus), Great/king scallop (Pecten maximus), Peruvian scallop (Argopecten purpuratus), Queen scallop and related Chlamys spp.
Physical Attributes
  • Primary traded unit is the adductor muscle; color ranges from white to cream with a firm, resilient texture when properly frozen.
  • Key format distinctions include roe-on vs roe-off and shell-on vs shucked meat (frozen meats dominate long-distance trade).
  • Glazing is commonly used to protect frozen quality and reduce dehydration/freezer burn.
Compositional Metrics
  • Moisture content and added-water control are commercially important; buyers often specify limits and require clear labeling where additives are used.
  • Phosphate use (where permitted) and any water-binding treatments are frequently controlled by buyer specifications and destination-market rules.
Grades
  • Size grading by count per unit weight (e.g., count-per-pound style specifications) is widely used in global transactions, with terminology varying by market.
  • Buyer programs commonly require HACCP-based controls and documented traceability for international trade.
Packaging
  • Bulk foodservice packs: poly bags in master cartons with labeled size/count and net weight.
  • Retail packs: IQF scallops in smaller bags/boxes with glazing and handling instructions.
  • Block-frozen formats are used for some processing and wholesale channels.
ProcessingCommon frozen formats include IQF and block frozen; the chosen method affects drip loss, texture, and portioning behavior.Specification points often cover glazing percentage, absence of shell fragments, sensory quality, and compliance with additive rules.

Supply Chain

Value Chain
  • Wild capture or aquaculture harvest -> shucking and trimming -> washing -> chilling -> freezing (IQF or block) -> glazing (often) -> packaging -> cold storage -> reefer transport -> import clearance and distribution -> retail/foodservice
Demand Drivers
  • Foodservice demand for premium seafood proteins (restaurants, catering) and consistent portion sizing from frozen formats.
  • Retail demand for convenient frozen seafood and stable year-round availability independent of local landing seasons.
  • Buyer preference for verified legality, traceability, and consistent quality specifications (size, glazing, additive compliance).
Temperature
  • Continuous frozen cold chain is critical; temperature abuse or thaw-refreeze cycles can cause texture degradation and higher drip loss.
  • Storage and transport conditions are typically specified by buyers and aligned with destination-market frozen seafood guidance and labeling.
Shelf Life
  • Frozen scallops can have a relatively long labeled shelf life when maintained at appropriate frozen temperatures, but quality degrades with dehydration (if glazing is insufficient) and with temperature fluctuations.

Risks

Marine Biotoxins HighHarmful algal blooms can lead to marine biotoxin contamination in bivalves and trigger harvest closures and import controls. These events can rapidly constrain availability, force re-routing to alternate origins, and create compliance and reputational risk if controls fail.Source from origins with robust official biotoxin monitoring programs, require verified harvest-area status documentation, and maintain multi-origin contingency sourcing and inventory buffers.
Food Safety MediumFrozen scallops remain sensitive to sanitation and process control failures (e.g., contamination during shucking/handling or inadequate preventive controls). Importing markets commonly apply HACCP-based expectations and can reject shipments for safety non-compliance.Require HACCP/ISO 22000 or equivalent systems, validate sanitation and temperature controls, and audit suppliers for consistent preventive controls and microbiological management.
Fraud And Mislabeling MediumSpecies substitution, origin misrepresentation, and undeclared treatments (added water, phosphates) are recurring risks in global seafood trade. Non-compliance can trigger border actions, brand damage, and buyer delistings.Implement species verification (e.g., DNA testing where appropriate), contractually control additive use and labeling, and require traceability to harvest area and lot-level documentation.
Trade And Compliance MediumSeafood imports face evolving traceability, IUU controls, and documentation requirements (catch certificates, import monitoring, labeling rules). Non-compliance can delay or block shipments and increase costs.Maintain an end-to-end document pack (catch/harvest records, processing statements, chain-of-custody) and monitor regulatory updates in the United States, EU, and other key markets.
Climate MediumOcean warming, acidification, and changing plankton dynamics can affect scallop recruitment and aquaculture performance, increasing inter-annual variability and raising the risk of localized supply shortfalls.Diversify across ocean basins and species, track environmental indicators and HAB advisories, and maintain flexible procurement and product specifications.
Sustainability
  • Harmful algal blooms and marine biotoxins (PSP/ASP and related hazards) can close harvest areas and disrupt supply.
  • Seabed habitat impacts and bycatch concerns associated with dredge fisheries; increased scrutiny of gear impacts and spatial management.
  • Climate-driven ocean warming and acidification can affect scallop growth and larval survival, increasing production variability.
  • Aquaculture site impacts (local nutrient/organic loading, biofouling management) and the need for strong environmental monitoring.
Labor & Social
  • Illegal, unreported and unregulated (IUU) fishing risk in parts of global seafood supply chains, requiring strong traceability and catch documentation in regulated markets.
  • Forced labor and worker welfare concerns have been documented in segments of the global fishing and seafood processing sector, increasing buyer due diligence expectations.

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