China Shrimp Market Report 2021: Trends, Share, Size, Growth, Opportunity, Forecasts

The "China Shrimp Market: Industry Trends, Share, Size, Growth, Opportunity and Forecast 2021-2026" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.

The shrimp market in China reached a volume of 2.07 Million Tons in 2020. Looking forward, the shrimp market in China to exhibit steady growth during 2021-2026.

The consumption of shrimp has more than doubled over the past decade, catalyzed by the strong growth in the middle-class population. Moreover, shrimp imports into China have increased, whereas exports have declined, making China one of the world's biggest importers of shrimp in recent years.

A significant factor driving the consumption of shrimp in China is its rich nutrition profile and associated health benefits. It is an excellent source of antioxidants and astaxanthin that boosts the functioning of the nervous and musculoskeletal systems. It also helps in weight management, improves bone and brain health, relieves eye fatigue, lowers blood pressure, and prevents the risk of diabetes and cardiovascular diseases.

Moreover, driven by strong economic growth and rising affluence, consumers in China are undergoing a 'nutrition transition,' whereby they are shifting from a carbohydrate-based diet to a food that consists of higher levels of proteins. Apart from this, rapid urbanization and busy lifestyles of consumers have led to a further rise in the demand for cooked and breaded shrimp as they are ready-to-eat food items that do not require extensive preparation before cooking.

Furthermore, the expansion of the e-commerce industry has boosted the online sales of shrimp, which in turn has positively impacted the industry.

Break up by Environment:

• Farmed
• Wild

Farmed shrimp currently dominates the market, on account of the favorable farming conditions in the country.

Break up by Domestic Production and Imports:

• Domestic Production
• Imports

At present, domestic production accounts for the majority of the overall market share.

Break up by Species:

• Penaeus vannamei
• Penaeus monodon
• Macrobrachium rosenbergii
• Others
• Amongst these, Penaeus vannamei currently represents the most popular species in China.

Break up by Product Categories:

• Peeled
• Shell-on
• Cooked
• Breaded
• Others

Based on the product categories, peeled shrimp hold the largest share in the market.

Break up by Distribution Channel:

• Traditional Retail
• Hypermarkets and Supermarkets
• Convenience Stores
• Hotels and Restaurants
• Online Stores
• Others

Presently, traditional retail exhibit a clear dominance in the market.

Competitive Landscape:

The competitive landscape of the market has also been analyzed in the report, covering the detailed profiles of the major players operative in the industry.

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September 21, 2021