Costa Rica - Frozen Whole Fish - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights
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Frozen Whole Fish Price in Costa Rica - 2021

Contents:

  1. Frozen Whole Fish Price in Costa Rica (CIF) - 2021
  2. Frozen Whole Fish Price in Costa Rica (FOB) - 2022
  3. Frozen Whole Fish Imports in Costa Rica
  4. Frozen Whole Fish Exports in Costa Rica

Frozen Whole Fish Price in Costa Rica (CIF) - 2021

In March 2020, the average frozen whole fish import price amounted to $4,778 per ton, with an increase of 98% against the previous month. In general, the import price posted significant growth. As a result, import price attained the peak level and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Prices varied noticeably by the country of origin: the country with the highest price was New Zealand ($4,209 per ton), while the price for Maldives ($1,889 per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From January 2020 to March 2020, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Panama (+84.3%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced more modest paces of growth.

Frozen Whole Fish Price in Costa Rica (FOB) - 2022

In 2022, the average frozen whole fish export price amounted to $1,985 per ton, growing by 10% against the previous year. Over the period from 2012 to 2022, it increased at an average annual rate of +3.0%. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2018 an increase of 25%. As a result, the export price attained the peak level of $2,171 per ton. From 2019 to 2022, the average export prices remained at a somewhat lower figure.

There were significant differences in the average prices for the major foreign markets. In 2022, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Mexico ($2,827 per ton), while the average price for exports to Nicaragua ($1,315 per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Brazil (+11.8%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.

Frozen Whole Fish Imports in Costa Rica

In 2022, frozen whole fish imports into Costa Rica surged to 13K tons, rising by 23% on the previous year. Over the period under review, total imports indicated strong growth from 2019 to 2022: its volume increased at an average annual rate of +15.0% over the last three years. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2022 figures, imports increased by +52.3% against 2019 indices. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2020 with an increase of 48%. Over the period under review, imports reached the peak figure in 2022 and are expected to retain growth in the immediate term.

In value terms, frozen whole fish imports soared to $29M in 2022. Overall, total imports indicated significant growth from 2019 to 2022: its value increased at an average annual rate of +26.3% over the last three-year period. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2022 figures, imports increased by +101.6% against 2019 indices. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2020 when imports increased by 55%. Over the period under review, imports attained the maximum in 2022 and are expected to retain growth in the immediate term.

Import of Frozen Whole Fish in Costa Rica (Million USD)
COUNTRY2019202020212022CAGR,
2019-2022
Panama4.08.28.28.327.5%
United States1.11.80.94.964.5%
Ecuador2.94.33.64.717.5%
IndonesiaN/AN/AN/A4.20%
Morocco1.20.40.41.20.0%
Singapore0.92.4N/A1.03.6%
MexicoN/AN/A0.10.6500.0%
ThailandN/A1.31.40.3-52.0%
Venezuela1.1N/AN/AN/A0%
China1.4N/A0.4N/A-46.5%
Others1.94.05.84.331.3%
Total14.622.620.729.426.3%

Top Suppliers of Frozen Whole Fish to Costa Rica in 2022:

  1. China (undefinedK tons)
  2. Panama (3.6K tons)
  3. Ecuador (3.3K tons)
  4. Indonesia (1.3K tons)
  5. United States (1.0K tons)
  6. Morocco (0.9K tons)
  7. Mexico (0.6K tons)
  8. Singapore (0.3K tons)
  9. Thailand (0.1K tons)

Frozen Whole Fish Exports in Costa Rica

In 2022, the amount of frozen whole fish exported from Costa Rica declined significantly to 686 tons, with a decrease of -30.3% against the previous year. Overall, exports saw a mild shrinkage. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2021 when exports increased by 80% against the previous year. As a result, the exports attained the peak of 983 tons, and then shrank remarkably in the following year.

In value terms, frozen whole fish exports shrank notably to $1.4M in 2022. In general, exports recorded a slight setback. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2021 with an increase of 81% against the previous year. As a result, the exports attained the peak of $1.8M, and then reduced notably in the following year.

Export of Frozen Whole Fish in Costa Rica (Thousand USD)
COUNTRY2019202020212022CAGR,
2019-2022
Nicaragua4011644684060.4%
United States17759.057.935526.1%
Mexico598381964346-16.7%
Guatemala1842522822175.7%
PanamaN/AN/AN/A36.80%
EcuadorN/A121N/AN/A0%
Others58.30.1N/AN/A-99.8%
Total1,4199781,7721,362-1.4%

Top Export Markets for Frozen Whole Fish from Costa Rica in 2022:

  1. Nicaragua (309.1 tons)
  2. United States (141.4 tons)
  3. Mexico (122.4 tons)
  4. Guatemala (90.0 tons)
  5. Panama (23.0 tons)

Source: IndexBox Market Intelligence Platform

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the frozen whole fish market in Costa Rica. Within it, you will discover the latest data on market trends and opportunities by country, consumption, production and price developments, as well as the global trade (imports and exports). The forecast exhibits the market prospects through 2030.

Product coverage:

  • Prodcom 10201330 - Frozen whole salt water fish
  • Prodcom 10201360 - Frozen whole fresh water fish
  • Prodcom 10201600 - Frozen fish livers and roes

Country coverage:

  • Costa Rica

Data coverage:

  • Market volume and value
  • Per Capita consumption
  • Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
  • Trade (exports and imports) in Costa Rica
  • Export and import prices
  • Market trends, drivers and restraints
  • Key market players and their profiles

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  1. 1. INTRODUCTION

    Making Data-Driven Decisions to Grow Your Business

    1. REPORT DESCRIPTION
    2. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY AND AI PLATFORM
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  2. 2. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

    A Quick Overview of Market Performance

    1. KEY FINDINGS
    2. MARKET TRENDS This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
  3. 3. MARKET OVERVIEW

    Understanding the Current State of The Market and Its Prospects

    1. MARKET SIZE
    2. MARKET STRUCTURE
    3. TRADE BALANCE
    4. PER CAPITA CONSUMPTION
    5. MARKET FORECAST TO 2030
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    Finding New Products to Diversify Your Business

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    1. TOP PRODUCTS TO DIVERSIFY YOUR BUSINESS
    2. BEST-SELLING PRODUCTS
    3. MOST CONSUMED PRODUCT
    4. MOST TRADED PRODUCT
    5. MOST PROFITABLE PRODUCT FOR EXPORT
  5. 5. MOST PROMISING SUPPLYING COUNTRIES

    Choosing the Best Countries to Establish Your Sustainable Supply Chain

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    1. TOP COUNTRIES TO SOURCE YOUR PRODUCT
    2. TOP PRODUCING COUNTRIES
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    4. LOW-COST EXPORTING COUNTRIES
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    Choosing the Best Countries to Boost Your Exports

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    1. TOP OVERSEAS MARKETS FOR EXPORTING YOUR PRODUCT
    2. TOP CONSUMING MARKETS
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    4. TOP IMPORTING MARKETS
    5. MOST PROFITABLE MARKETS
  7. 7. PRODUCTION

    The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry

    1. PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE
  8. 8. IMPORTS

    The Largest Import Supplying Countries

    1. IMPORTS FROM 2012–2023
    2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
    3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
  9. 9. EXPORTS

    The Largest Destinations for Exports

    1. EXPORTS FROM 2012–2023
    2. EXPORTS BY COUNTRY
    3. EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
  10. 10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS

    The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles

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  11. LIST OF TABLES

    1. Key Findings In 2023
    2. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
    3. Market Value, 2012–2023
    4. Per Capita Consumption In 2012-2023
    5. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    6. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    7. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023
    8. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    9. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    10. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023
  12. LIST OF FIGURES

    1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
    2. Market Value, 2012–2023
    3. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012-2023
    4. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012-2023
    5. Trade Balance, In Physical Terms, 2012-2023
    6. Trade Balance, In Value Terms, 2012-2023
    7. Per Capita Consumption, 2012-2023
    8. Market Volume Forecast to 2030
    9. Market Value Forecast to 2030
    10. Products: Market Size And Growth, By Type
    11. Products: Average Per Capita Consumption, By Type
    12. Products: Exports And Growth, By Type
    13. Products: Export Prices And Growth, By Type
    14. Production Volume And Growth
    15. Exports And Growth
    16. Export Prices And Growth
    17. Market Size And Growth
    18. Per Capita Consumption
    19. Imports And Growth
    20. Import Prices
    21. Production, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
    22. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
    23. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
    24. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
    25. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
    26. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    27. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    28. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023
    29. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
    30. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
    31. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
    32. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    33. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    34. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023
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