U.S
In the first 9 months of 2017, Vietnam’s tuna exports to the U.S reached US$168.7 million, accounting for 39.3%, up 16.8% over the same period last year. The U.S continued to be the leading buyer of Vietnam tuna.
Currently, processed skipjack and canned tuna products (HS code 160414) still account for the largest share of tuna imports into the U.S. According to Globefish's latest statistics, the average import price of canned/processed tuna into the U.S ranged from US$4.5 to US$5 per kilogram, higher than that in the last 2 years. In particular, prices from Thailand, Vietnam and the Philippines were equal and close to the average import in the US; prices from Fiji and Ecuador were the highest at US$5.5-5.8 per kilogram.
In the first 7 months of 2017, the import volume of canned/processed tuna in the US ranged from 12,000 to 18,000 MT.
Next was skipjack or striped tuna (HS code 030487); Yellowfin tuna (HS code 030232) and fresh/chilled bigeye tuna (HS code 030234).
EU
In the first 9 months of 2017, shipments of frozen tuna loins/fillets continued to take main share of over 40% in Vietnam’s tuna exports to EU; followed by canned tuna with 32%. Germany, Italy and the Netherlands were the three largest tuna importers in the EU during this period. Compared to the same period last year, exports to most of countries in the EU increased. Of that, sales to Germany increased by 38.3% and those to the Netherlands went up 67.2% over the same period last year.
According to ITC latest statistics, in the first half of 2017, the EU mainly imported processed skipjack and canned tuna (HS code 160414); followed by frozen yellowfin tuna (HS code 030342) and frozen tuna (HS code 030487). Spain, Ecuador; Seychelles; Mauritius and the Philippines stayed as the largest suppliers of tuna to the EU.
Israel
With an impressive export year-on-year growth of 109.3% and the value of US$34.9 million in the first 9 months of this year, Israel overtook ASEAN to become the third largest buyer of Vietnam tuna. This was the potential market of Vietnam in the Middle East at this time.
So far, Thailand, Vietnam and the Philippines held as the three largest suppliers of tuna to Israel. In particular, Israel increased imports of canned tuna from Vietnam, while last year it increased those of fresh/frozen/dried tuna. Vietnam was the second largest canned tuna supplier to Israel behind Thailand. Meanwhile, for frozen tuna segment, Vietnam dominated the market and had almost no competitors.
Other markets
In the first 9 months of this year, Vietnam’s tuna exports to ASEAN and China declined. Of that, exports to ASEAN decreased by 9.3% and those to China dropped by 7.4% over the same period last year.
Meanwhile, exports to Japan, Mexico and Canada continued to grow remarkably. In which, sales to these three markets increased by 23%; 69.6% and 32% respectively over the same period last year.
On 23th Oct 2017, the European Union (EU) has "issued a yellow card" for Vietnamese seafood. However, with the efforts and determination of the Government and marine product enterprises in Vietnam to ensure compliance with IUU regulations, exports to EU expected to rebound.
(seafood.vasep.com.vn) Biofloc technology is being piloted in several rice–shrimp farming models in Ca Mau Province, showing initial positive results in controlling pond environments, improving shrimp seed quality, and supporting sustainable aquaculture development.
(seafood.vasep.com.vn) In the first four months of 2026, Mexico, Brazil, and Colombia together contributed USD 108 million to Vietnam’s pangasius exports, accounting for around 15% of the industry’s total export turnover. Amid tightening global whitefish supply and slowing demand in several traditional markets, Latin America is increasingly becoming an important expansion destination for the sector.
(seafood.vasep.com.vn) Alongside the development of high-tech shrimp farming, Ha Tinh Province is accelerating the cultivation of high-value freshwater aquatic species, with red tilapia emerging as an effective and sustainable farming model.
(vasep.com.vn) Vietnam’s tuna exports reached USD 81 million in April 2026, down 6% compared to the same period in 2025. In the first four months of the year, export turnover totaled USD 289 million, down 4.8%. Although the overall export picture has yet to brighten significantly, market trends are becoming increasingly diversified rather than moving in a single direction.
(seafood.vasep.com.vn) Vietnam’s pangasius industry is undergoing strong restructuring starting from the broodstock and fingerling segment in order to improve productivity, quality, and export competitiveness. This is considered a critical foundation for the sustainable development of the industry amid rising production costs and increasingly stringent market requirements.
(seafood.vasep.com.vn) According to Vietnam Customs data, pangasius exports in April 2026 reached USD 206 million, up 18% compared to the same period in 2025 — marking another consecutive month of double-digit growth since the beginning of the year. Cumulative pangasius export turnover in the first four months of 2026 reached USD 720 million, up 17% year-on-year, reflecting the positive growth momentum of this key export product.
(seafood.vasep.com.vn) Vietnam’s shrimp exports in the first four months of 2026 maintained positive growth momentum, reaching approximately USD 1.5 billion, up 15% compared to the same period last year. However, behind this result lies diverging trends across markets, as the global shrimp industry continues to face pressure from inflation, high inventories, price competition, and increasing trade risks.
(seafood.vasep.com.vn) In Vinh Tuy commune (Kien Giang Province), many shrimp farmers are adopting bottom aeration systems and reporting clear economic benefits, helping increase income and reduce production risks.
(vasep.com.vn) In the first three months of 2026, Vietnam’s exports of crabs and other crustaceans reached more than USD 93 million, up 23% compared to the same period last year. The result shows that the sector is experiencing a fairly positive recovery, especially in its two key product groups: crabs and swimming crabs. However, behind the growth figures are several concerns: export markets remain highly concentrated, raw material supply is unstable, and trade barriers from the US and EU are becoming increasingly stringent.
(seafood.vasep.com.vn) In Ca Mau province, many farmers are transitioning from traditional methods to high-tech shrimp farming, adopting recirculating systems with minimal water exchange to improve efficiency and reduce risks. In Hung My commune alone, there are about 260 super-intensive shrimp farming households covering more than 265 hectares, playing a key role in local economic development.
VASEP - HIỆP HỘI CHẾ BIẾN VÀ XUẤT KHẨU THỦY SẢN VIỆT NAM
Chịu trách nhiệm: Ông Nguyễn Hoài Nam - Phó Tổng thư ký Hiệp hội
Đơn vị vận hành trang tin điện tử: Trung tâm VASEP.PRO
Trưởng Ban Biên tập: Bà Phùng Thị Kim Thu
Giấy phép hoạt động Trang thông tin điện tử tổng hợp số 138/GP-TTĐT, ngày 01/10/2013 của Bộ Thông tin và Truyền thông
Tel: (+84 24) 3.7715055 – (ext.203); email: kimthu@vasep.com.vn
Trụ sở: Số 7 đường Nguyễn Quý Cảnh, Phường An Phú, Quận 2, Tp.Hồ Chí Minh
Tel: (+84) 28.628.10430 - Fax: (+84) 28.628.10437 - Email: vasephcm@vasep.com.vn
VPĐD: số 10, Nguyễn Công Hoan, Ngọc Khánh, Ba Đình, Hà Nội
Tel: (+84 24) 3.7715055 - Fax: (+84 24) 37715084 - Email: vasephn@vasep.com.vn