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) An Giang is focusing on expanding climate-adaptive marine aquaculture models, aiming for safe and sustainable production. This approach not only enhances economic efficiency but also helps fishermen stabilize their livelihoods amid weather fluctuations.
(seafood.vasep.com.vn) In the first 10 months of 2025, Vietnam’s pangasius export value to China (including Mainland China and Hong Kong) reached $483 million, up 1% compared to the same period in 2024. October alone posted $73 million, a strong 19% increase year-on-year. The Chinese market currently accounts for nearly 27% of Vietnam’s total pangasius export value.
(seafood.vasep.com.vn) According to data from Vietnam Customs, the country’s lobster exports posted another strong month in October 2025, reaching $93 million - a 75% increase from the same month in 2024. This performance extends the sector’s impressive growth streak from earlier in the year, pushing cumulative exports for the first 10 months to $712 million, up an extraordinary 135% year-over-year. Within the product mix, green lobster remained the dominant driver, accounting for 98% of total export value, with $700 million recorded in the first 10 months - a 141% jump year-on-year. In contrast, exports of spiny lobster and other lobster varieties declined slightly by 22% and 1%, respectively, indicating that market demand is becoming increasingly concentrated on the most sought-after product line.
(seafood.vasep.com.vn) Currently, Da Nang City has no fishing vessels detained, sanctioned by foreign authorities, or criminally prosecuted for IUU fishing violations. Patrols, monitoring of marine fishing activities, and handling of violations have been prioritized by competent forces, significantly reducing nearshore fishing infringements.
(seafood.vasep.com.vn) According to statistics from Vietnam Customs, Vietnam’s tuna exports to Israel in the first nine months of 2025 reached just over USD 27 million, down as much as 49% compared to the same period in 2024. This is a steep and prolonged decline for many consecutive months, reflecting changes in import demand as well as shifts in the supply structure of this market.
(seafood.vasep.com.vn) The first 700 tons of Vietnamese tilapia ordered and imported by JBS Group will initially be distributed through supermarket chains, the Horeca network and JBS’s product showrooms in Brazil.
(seafood.vasep.com.vn) In October 2025, Vietnam’s pangasius exports hit $217 million, representing an 8% increase compared to the same month in 2024. For the first 10 months of the year, total export value has surpassed $1.8 billion, up 9% year-on-year. This growth demonstrates clear positive momentum for the pangasius industry, despite continued declines in certain markets.
In recent days, the Central provinces of Vietnam have been suffering from historic flooding, with prolonged heavy rains, landslides, flash floods, and deep inundation causing extremely serious impacts on tens of thousands of households, as well as many VASEP member exporters located in the region. With the spirit of mutual support and solidarity, and in order to promptly assist residents and member exporters in the affected areas to stabilize their lives and restore production activities, VASEP calls on all seafood exporters, organizations, and individuals to extend supports to the people and member exporters in the flood-hit areas. We urge timely and practical material and spiritual contributions to help member exporters and local communities in the severely affected provinces overcome this difficult period.
(seafood.vasep.com.vn) In the final days of October 2025, Vietnam’s domestic raw shrimp market remained generally stable, though slight adjustments were recorded in several sizes across key farming regions.
(seafood.vasep.com.vn) Vietnam’s shrimp exports reached USD 498 million in October 2025, up 26% from the same period last year. This is one of the highest monthly revenues since the beginning of the year, reflecting solid demand in major markets and faster shipment schedules by exporters. From January to October, shrimp export value reached USD 3.9 billion, up 22% compared to the same period in 2024.
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