According to data from Vietnam Customs, the export turnover of tuna products from Vietnam in the first month of the year dropped by 16% compared to the same period, reaching over 66 million USD.
Among the various tuna product categories, all experienced a decline, except for fresh, frozen, and dried tuna (HS03 code) — excluding frozen tuna meat/loin (HS0304). Canned tuna exports saw the most significant decline, with a 36% decrease compared to the same period. This decline is attributed to the shortage of supply from domestic tuna fleets, making it difficult for Vietnamese canned tuna products to compete in markets with Free Trade Agreements (FTAs) like the EU, CPTPP, etc.
Vietnam’s tuna exports in January 2025 to major markets such as the US, EU, Israel, Japan, and Canada have all decreased compared to the same period last year.
Tuna exports to the US dropped slightly by 2%, totaling nearly 26 million USD. With concerns over potential tax increases, US importers increased their imports in the last months of 2024, which has led to high inventory levels in the early months of 2025. Moreover, fears over President Donald Trump's decision to impose new tariffs have caused US importers to limit new order placements. These factors are expected to impact tuna imports in the US during the early months of 2025.
Exports to the EU were also not promising in the first month, decreasing by 13%. Notably, canned tuna exports to this market dropped sharply by 21% compared to the same period. The preferential tariff quotas under the EVFTA agreement have been reactivated, but the ongoing shortage of domestic tuna supply continues to hinder canned tuna exports to this market.
Exports to markets within the CPTPP bloc also showed little improvement. Exports to Japan and Canada decreased significantly, with a reduction of 26% and 36%, respectively.
In 2025, the global tuna market is expected to continue fluctuating due to changes in consumer behavior, tariff policies, and supply-demand volatility. The free trade agreements between Vietnam and other countries will provide advantages for Vietnamese tuna exports to markets such as the EU, UAE, Japan, Canada, and more. However, meeting the origin rules remains a major challenge for the Vietnamese tuna industry. Standards for traceability, sustainable fishing, and combating IUU (Illegal, Unreported, and Unregulated) fishing are becoming mandatory conditions in major markets.
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(seafood.vasep.com.vn) The tuna export market of Vietnam in the first month of 2025 has seen notable fluctuations. Exports to most major markets have decreased compared to the same period in 2024.
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(seafood.vasep.com.vn) According to data from Vietnam Customs, Vietnam’s pangasius exports in January 2025 reached over USD 133 million, marking a 19% decline compared to the same period last year. Notably, the ranking of the top pangasius import markets saw significant adjustments.
(seafood.vasep.com.vn) According to a report by the General Statistics Office, the estimated pangasius output for January 2025 reached 102.5 thousand tons, representing a 6.0% increase compared to the corresponding period of the preceding year. This surge is attributed to the rise in pangasius material prices within the Mekong Delta, which has incentivized aquaculture farmers to expand their stocking activities. Concurrently, this price increase has facilitated processing enterprises to intensify procurement efforts to meet export demands during the early part of the year.
(seafood.vasep.com.vn) Between 2015 and 2024, Vietnamese pangasius exporting enterprises have undergone notable transformations in rankings and experienced fluctuations in developmental strategies, competitive intensity, and business efficacy. This dynamic is clearly illustrated through shifts in export turnover and the proportional contribution to the national pangasius export volume among the Top 5 enterprises.
(seafood.vasep.com.vn) The outlook for Vietnam’s seafood exports remains positive, with a strong focus on maintaining growth in key markets like China and the U.S., while diversifying into new regions. As global trade policies continue to evolve, adaptability and strategic planning will be key to navigating the challenges ahead.
(seafood.vasep.com.vn) Thanks to improved pangasius prices and higher production, Vĩnh Hoàn's after-tax profit in Q4 2024 reached VND 440 billion, a 4.8-fold increase compared to the same period last year.
(seafood.vasep.com.vn) According to data from Vietnam’s Customs, in Q4 2024, Vietnam’s pangasius exports to China & Hong Kong reached USD 163 million, a 17% increase compared to the same period in 2023, with consistent growth across all months. The total value of pangasius exports to China & Hong Kong for 2024 reached USD 581 million, a 1% increase over the previous year.
Vietnam’s seafood exports are projected to maintain strong growth this year, potentially reaching 11 billion USD.
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