Among key markets, China and Hong Kong continued to take the lead, with USD 53 million in exports in September, accounting for 29% of the total and up 11% year-on-year. Meanwhile, exports to the U.S. reached USD 23 million, down 23%, though this market still made up 13% of total pangasius exports in September.
In the EU, pangasius export value in September was USD 14 million, a slight decline of 1% from the same month last year. Within the bloc, trends were mixed: Germany recorded a sharp 23% decrease, while Belgium posted an impressive 67% growth compared to September 2024, emerging as a bright spot that helped maintain overall growth in Europe.
Exports to CPTPP member markets reached USD 29 million in September, up 34% year-on-year. Within this bloc, Japan has become a promising destination, with exports totaling USD 34 million in the first nine months of 2025, up 14% thanks to stable demand and preferential tariffs under the CPTPP agreement.
In South America, Brazil remained the largest importer, with USD 10 million in September, down 16% from the same period last year. Despite the decline, Brazil continues to hold a strong position and is expected to post solid growth once Vietnam and Brazil conclude their ongoing FTA negotiations.
As of the end of September, exports of frozen pangasius fillets (HS code 0304) continued to dominate, reaching nearly USD 1.3 billion, equivalent to 98% of total pangasius exports, up 11% year-on-year. Meanwhile, exports of processed pangasius products (HS code 16) reached USD 39 million, up 23%, reflecting significant potential in the value-added segment, though this category still accounts for only about 2% of total exports.
Prices of pangasius fingerlings (30 fish/kg) surged to VND 55,000–58,000/kg, double the level seen at the beginning of the year, raising production costs. Experts noted that this price surge will likely impact export prices in Q4/2025, as processors ramp up raw fish purchases to fulfill year-end orders.
Overall, September 2025 marked a short-term adjustment phase for Vietnam’s pangasius industry after a steady growth period since early 2025. The slight month-on-month decline mainly reflected seasonal factors, as exporters still had inventory while consumer demand temporarily softened.
In the context of global market fluctuations, actively managing supply, strengthening value chain linkages, developing deeply processed products, and diversifying export markets will remain strategic priorities to help Vietnam’s pangasius industry sustain its stability — especially as global demand is expected to rebound in Q4 to serve the year-end festive season.
(seafood.vasep.com.vn) In the first four months of 2026, Vietnam’s tilapia exports reached USD 49 million, up 151% compared to the same period in 2025. This figure reflects an emerging export sector that is taking advantage of market gaps created by global trade disruptions, while larger producers are adjusting their strategies.
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.
(seafood.vasep.com) At VietShrimp Asia 2026, disease management trends in shrimp farming are shifting strongly from treatment-based approaches toward proactive prevention through environmental and pond ecosystem control.
(vasep.com.vn) After a period of strong growth, with export turnover reaching USD 38 million in Q1/2026 — up 174% year-on-year — the sector’s rapid expansion clearly reflects growing market opportunities.
(vasep.com.vn) In the first quarter of 2026, Vietnam’s pangasius exports to the ASEAN bloc reached USD 44 million, up 7% compared to the same period in 2025. After falling to the lowest level of the quarter at USD 9 million in February — reflecting the seasonal slowdown in orders after the festive period — exports recovered strongly to USD 18 million in March, the highest monthly value of the quarter. This development shows that import demand for pangasius in ASEAN remains relatively stable despite short-term fluctuations.
(seafood.vasep.com.vn) On May 11, 2026, the US National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) announced a positive comparability finding for Vietnam’s swimming crab fisheries, along with those of Indonesia and Sri Lanka, under the Marine Mammal Protection Act (MMPA). With this decision, seafood and seafood products harvested from Vietnam’s swimming crab fisheries will continue to be eligible for import into the US market.
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