The proportion of Vietnam's octopus exports to Japan is nearly equivalent to those of squid. In the structure of Vietnam's octopus and squid exported to Japan, fresh/frozen squid(HS 03) accounted for the highest proportion.
According to ITC statistics, in the first 4 months of 2019, Japan cephalopod imports reached US$116.7 million, up 17.2% over the same period in 2018. In particular, cuttlefish and processed products were most imported, accounting for 77% of import value.
In the first 4 months of 2019, Japan increased imports of processed squid products with over US$90 million, up 21% compared to the same period last year. Meanwhile, imports of processed octopus dropped by 6% to over US$23 million, accounting for nearly 20% of total imports of cephalopod. Frozen squid products accounted for only 2.8% of total imports, although Japan tended to increase imports of this product with an increase of 884%.
Main imported products of Japan was processed squid. Vietnam was among the top 4 largest suppliers, after China, Peru and Thailand; followed by Vietnam were South Korea and Spain. China accounted for a dominant proportion in this segment with 88% of Japanese import value, Vietnam only accounted for less than 2%. In the first 4 months of 2019, Japan increased sharply its import of processed squid from China and Peru, and Thailand, while reducing imports from Vietnam, Korea and Spain.
Processed squid products from Thailand and Spain exported to Japan are priced at an average of US $ 21-31/kg, significantly higher than other suppliers (US $ 4.8-6.8 / kg). Along with Thailand and Spain, Vietnam's average import price also increased from US$4.8 in January 2019 to US$5.7 /kg in April 2019, while import price from other suppliers all are reduced.
Vietnam's main cephalopod products exported to Japan in the first months of this year included various products such as frozen whole squid, squid sliced cut, frozen fillet squid, frozen cuttlefish, cuttlefish pine cut, frozen cuttlefish comb cut, processed cuttlefish, sushi squid, breaded octopus ...
The CPTPP Agreement was officially in effect from January 14, 2019. Vietnamese cephalopod exports to Japan in the near future are expected to benefit from preferential tariffs of this Agreement.
(seafood.vasep.com.vn) Recently, in Long Xuyen City, An Giang Province, the Institute of Policy and Strategy for Agriculture and Rural Development (IPSARD) and the University of Economics Ho Chi Minh City (UEH) organized a workshop to announce the results of the project “Food Loss Assessment in the Pangasius Value Chain in the Mekong River Region.” The project aims to provide scientific evidence to support the sustainable development of Vietnam’s pangasius industry.
(seafood.vasep.com.vn) Shrimp prices in Vietnam’s Mekong Delta have recovered since early May, helping to improve farmers’ confidence and accelerate stocking activities for the 2026 farming season. However, farmers remain cautious due to rising input costs, unfavorable weather conditions, and disease risks.
(seafood.vasep.com.vn) On May 27, the Vietnam Trade Office in India, in collaboration with trade promotion agencies, industry associations, and businesses from both countries, organized the online seminar “Vietnam–India Seafood Trade Forum and Supply-Demand Connectivity 2026.” The event aimed to promote trade cooperation, investment, and seafood supply chain connectivity between Vietnam and India amid the ongoing restructuring of global markets.
(seafood.vasep.com.vn) In recent years, Ninh Binh Province has intensified the application of science and technology in aquaculture in order to improve productivity, product quality, and economic efficiency.
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On the afternoon of May 28, the People’s Committee of Ho Thi Ky Commune signed a memorandum of understanding with Minh Phu Certified Shrimp Social Co., Ltd. (a member of Minh Phu Seafood Corporation) on cooperation to develop a black tiger shrimp farming area meeting international certification standards during the 2026–2030 period in the commune.
(seafood.vasep.com.vn) The “Moringa Noodles Salad” product by Sa Giang Import-Export Corporation was honored as one of the “Top 10 Winning Products” at the THAIFEX – Anuga taste Innovation Show 2026, held as part of THAIFEX – Anuga Asia 2026 in Bangkok.
(seafood.vasep.com.vn) After a fairly strong upward trend in 2025, Vietnam’s clam exports entered 2026 with a mixed picture: strong growth at the beginning of the year, followed by a slowdown from March onward. According to Vietnam Customs data, Vietnam’s clam export turnover in the first four months of 2026 reached more than USD 38 million, up 2% compared to the same period in 2025.
(seafood.vasep.com.vn) Vietnam’s pangasius industry is facing new opportunities to expand its development space as many localities and businesses begin promoting marine farming models aimed at diversifying farming areas and adapting to climate change. However, for pangasius to truly “go offshore” and develop into a large-scale industry segment, significant challenges related to technology, broodstock, and markets still need to be addressed.
(seafood.vasep.com.vn) Vietnam’s tilapia exports in April 2026 reached USD 11 million, up 92% compared to the same period in 2025. This strong growth indicates that Vietnamese tilapia products are continuing to penetrate and expand rapidly in international markets. Cumulative export turnover in the first four months of 2026 reached USD 49 million, up 151% year-on-year.
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