Frozen Scallops Suppliers, Trade & Prices — Market Overview 2026

Sub Product
Frozen Bay Scallops, Frozen Diver Scallops, Frozen Sea Scallops, IQF Frozen Scallops
HS Code
030722
Last Updated
2026-09-17
Key takeaways for search and sourcing teams
  • Frozen Scallops market coverage spans 123 countries.
  • 595 exporter companies and 758 importer companies are indexed in the global supply chain intelligence network for this product.
  • 3,893 supplier-linked transactions are summarized across the top 20 countries.
  • Latest reference year in this page dataset is 2026.
  • Page data last updated on 2026-09-17.

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

Analyze 3,893 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 (+729.4%), Japan (+308.8%), Indonesia (+206.2%).

Frozen Scallops Country-Level Supplier Transaction and Unit Price Summary

As of 2025-10, benchmark Frozen Scallops country transaction counts with monthly unit price and volume to prioritize supplier and export markets.
In 2026-03, countries with visible Frozen Scallops transaction unit prices: Japan (47.85 USD / kg), Vietnam (13.65 USD / kg), Peru (12.69 USD / kg), Thailand (10.32 USD / kg), Mexico (9.51 USD / kg), 2 more countries.
CountryYoY ChangeTransaction Count2025-102025-112025-122026-012026-022026-032026-042026-052026-062026-072026-082026-09
China-1.2%9545.10 USD / kg (1,035,651.6 kg)4.32 USD / kg (1,251,676.4 kg)4.56 USD / kg (1,186,650.999 kg)5.02 USD / kg (1,213,272.401 kg)3.89 USD / kg (1,688,489 kg)5.80 USD / kg (383,915 kg)
Japan+308.8%7587.87 USD / kg (2,179,420 kg)8.53 USD / kg (1,642,515 kg)7.41 USD / kg (2,066,805 kg)5.64 USD / kg (1,598,980.6 kg)11.69 USD / kg (357,369 kg)47.85 USD / kg (14,796 kg)
Vietnam+76.2%58211.53 USD / kg (967,763.67 kg)13.89 USD / kg (714,639.599 kg)12.08 USD / kg (1,270,381.931 kg)15.36 USD / kg (552,249.68 kg)19.94 USD / kg (108,000 kg)13.65 USD / kg (10,000 kg)
Ireland+11.3%18- (-)22.46 USD / kg (100 kg)22.83 USD / kg (270 kg)26.49 USD / kg (8,230 kg)27.10 USD / kg (250 kg)- (-)
Peru+12.4%1,24810.93 USD / kg (1,055,465.05 kg)11.83 USD / kg (1,157,777.691 kg)11.51 USD / kg (1,058,423.79 kg)13.40 USD / kg (984,611.399 kg)12.53 USD / kg (1,105,051.911 kg)12.69 USD / kg (1,195,937.02 kg)
Thailand-37.8%519.55 USD / kg (266,600 kg)5.75 USD / kg (114,886 kg)9.02 USD / kg (130,516 kg)8.13 USD / kg (152,550 kg)9.61 USD / kg (173,100 kg)10.32 USD / kg (17,080 kg)
United States+18.6%2040.91 USD / kg (1,822.474 kg)- (-)58.66 USD / kg (70 kg)36.70 USD / kg (1,157.069 kg)36.29 USD / kg (1,224.699 kg)3.59 USD / kg (418 kg)
Mexico-47.1%529.80 USD / kg (1,122 kg)9.52 USD / kg (769 kg)24.68 USD / kg (815 kg)15.84 USD / kg (385 kg)22.05 USD / kg (200 kg)9.51 USD / kg (2,800 kg)
India+62.8%12- (-)11.74 USD / kg (18,130 kg)3.19 USD / kg (11,763 kg)3.05 USD / kg (11,880 kg)- (-)- (-)
Singapore+28.3%14- (-)- (-)15.59 USD / kg (12,800 kg)10.47 USD / kg (9,820 kg)13.91 USD / kg (2,043 kg)- (-)
Frozen Scallops Global Supply Chain Coverage
1,353 companies
595 exporters and 758 importers are mapped for Frozen Scallops.
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Frozen Scallops Export Supplier Intelligence, Trade Flows, and Price Signals

595 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

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Frozen Scallops Top Exporters and Supplier Profiles

Review leading exporter profiles while benchmarking against 595 total exporter companies in the Frozen Scallops supply chain intelligence network. Exporters and importers can unlock company profiles and analytics to qualify partners faster.
(Argentina)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-01-22
Recently Export Partner Companies: 2
Employee Size: 101 - 500 Employees
Industries: Fishing AquacultureFood Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: Farming / Production / Processing / PackingFood Manufacturing
Exporting Countries: United States, France
Supplying Products: Frozen Scallops, Frozen Sea Scallops
(Argentina)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-01-20
Recently Export Partner Companies: 1
Employee Size: Over 1000 Employees
Sales Revenue: USD Over 1B
Industries: Fishing AquacultureFood Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: Farming / Production / Processing / PackingFood Manufacturing
Exporting Countries: Singapore, Belgium, Honduras, South Africa, France, Italy, Japan, Peru, Spain, United States
Supplying Products: Frozen Scallops, Frozen Common Shrimp and Prawn, Fresh Crab +5
(Peru)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-07-01
Recently Export Partner Companies: 10
Industries: Brokers And Trade AgenciesFishing AquacultureFood ManufacturingFood Packaging
Value Chain Roles: Distribution / WholesaleFarming / Production / Processing / PackingTrade
Exporting Countries: Chile, Portugal, New Zealand, Netherlands, Italy, Canada, Belgium, France, United States, Spain
Supplying Products: Frozen Scallops, Fresh Oyster, IQF Frozen Scallops +1
(United States)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-08-17
Recently Export Partner Companies: 2
Employee Size: 101 - 500 Employees
Sales Revenue: USD 10M - 50M
Industries: Fishing AquacultureFood ManufacturingFood Services And Drinking Places
Value Chain Roles: Distribution / WholesaleFarming / Production / Processing / PackingFood Manufacturing
Exporting Countries: South Korea, Vietnam, India
Supplying Products: Frozen Scallops, Frozen Cod, Frozen Sole +5
(Hong Kong)
Latest Export Transaction: 2025-12-29
Recently Export Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Beverage ManufacturingFishing AquacultureFood ManufacturingFood Packaging
Value Chain Roles: Distribution / WholesaleFarming / Production / Processing / PackingFood ManufacturingTrade
Exporting Countries: Vietnam
Supplying Products: Frozen Scallops, Frozen Sea Scallops, IQF Frozen Scallops
(Peru)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-07-27
Recently Export Partner Companies: 13
Industries: Fishing AquacultureFood Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: Distribution / WholesaleFarming / Production / Processing / Packing
Exporting Countries: Australia, Belgium, Portugal, Brazil, Germany, Italy, France, United States, Spain, India
Supplying Products: Frozen Scallops, Dried Broad Beans, Fresh Scallops +5
Frozen Scallops Global Exporter Coverage
595 companies
Exporter company count is a key signal for Frozen Scallops supply depth and sourcing optionality.
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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
1Japan57,401,828 kg408,431,868.527 USD
2Canada4,450,517 kg89,958,497.757 USD
3United States3,711,683 kg70,252,469 USD
4United Kingdom6,618,442 kg58,677,449.394 USD
5Denmark2,377,739 kg26,552,337.923 USD
6South Korea2,510,215.07 kg22,964,552 USD
7Netherlands1,117,038 kg20,891,837.044 USD
8Chile1,620,797.458 kg19,372,096.2 USD
9Thailand2,590,953 kg16,100,697.55 USD
10Turkiye1,130,011 kg12,921,784 USD

Frozen Scallops Export Trade Flow and Partner Country Summary

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

758 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 758 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.
(India)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-08-17
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Food ManufacturingFood Services And Drinking PlacesFood Wholesalers
Value Chain Roles: -
(Vietnam)
Latest Import Transaction: 2025-12-29
Recently Import Partner Companies: 4
Industries: Brokers And Trade AgenciesFishing AquacultureFood ManufacturingFood Packaging
Value Chain Roles: France, China, Thailand, Vietnam, Saudi Arabia, Taiwan, Italy, Hong Kong, United States, South Korea
(Vietnam)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-01-23
Recently Import Partner Companies: 8
Employee Size: Over 1000 Employees
Sales Revenue: USD Over 1B
Industries: Fishing AquacultureFood ManufacturingFood Services And Drinking PlacesOnline Retail And Fulfillment
Value Chain Roles: China, France, Switzerland, Thailand, Singapore, Denmark, Vietnam, United States, South Korea, Japan
(Vietnam)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-01-06
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Fishing AquacultureFood Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: -
(United Kingdom)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-01-25
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Beverage ManufacturingFood ManufacturingFood Packaging
Value Chain Roles: Mexico
(South Korea)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-09-11
Recently Import Partner Companies: 4
Industries: Others
Value Chain Roles: Kazakhstan, Ecuador, Costa Rica, Mexico, Vietnam, Peru, Argentina, Chile, Philippines, United States
Global Importer Coverage
758 companies
Importer company count highlights the current depth of demand-side visibility for Frozen Scallops.
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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 States23,192,463 kg324,981,506 USD
2Hong Kong6,146,685 kg78,062,602.538 USD
3South Korea11,272,004.79 kg76,605,498 USD
4Spain6,838,525.41 kg73,327,219.26 USD
5Japan4,535,912 kg59,746,023.542 USD
6Thailand14,414,725.261 kg50,562,471.15 USD
7Canada3,246,219.206 kg45,798,420.373 USD
8Australia2,798,640.31 kg36,787,875.33 USD
9Italy3,490,419 kg36,423,716.308 USD
10Netherlands1,287,836.128 kg28,992,637.59 USD

Frozen Scallops Import Trade Flow and Origin Country Summary

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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 2026-03, countries with visible Frozen Scallops wholesale unit prices: France (32.91 USD / kg), Ukraine (21.25 USD / kg), Spain (13.88 USD / kg).
Country2025-102025-112025-122026-012026-022026-032026-042026-052026-062026-072026-082026-09
France39.49 USD / kg39.31 USD / kg-38.61 USD / kg33.68 USD / kg32.91 USD / kg
Spain--15.27 USD / kg15.15 USD / kg15.38 USD / kg13.88 USD / kg
Ukraine22.30 USD / kg22.11 USD / kg22.04 USD / kg-21.57 USD / kg21.25 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
1France35.83 USD / kg32.48 USD / kg40.12 USD / kg-11.0%
2Spain15.11 USD / kg13.70 USD / kg22.13 USD / kg-15.1%
3Ukraine21.14 USD / kg11.44 USD / kg29.85 USD / kg-5.4%

Latest Frozen Scallops Wholesale Export Price Updates

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DateEntry NameUnit Price (USD) 
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2026-09-01М'я** ********* ******** *** ***** *** ******* * ******* ****13.90 USD / kg
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2026-09-01COQ***** ***** ******* ******** *********** ******* ****** * ******* ******33.09 USD / kg
2026-09-01М'я** ********* ******** *** ***** *** ******* * ******* ****27.81 USD / kg
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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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