Seasonality
Seasonal pattern: Not documented
No seasonal price pattern is currently documented for live langoustine.
Live Langoustine Price
Monthly reported customs unit values, not live or executable quotes.
Latest reported price
$18,285 USD/t
As of Jun 2026
NormalPrevious 12 months
The latest value is within the typical range of $16,682–$18,516 USD/t.
Live Langoustine Price History
Live Langoustine Prices by Country
Live langoustine export unit values are shown in USD/t. Compare the reporting dates as well as the values; product mix and delivery terms can differ between countries.
| Country | Latest · USD/t | YoYYear on year |
|---|---|---|
| Norway | $32,658 Jul 1, 2026 | +1.9% |
| Germany | $16,485 Jun 1, 2026 | +33% |
| Denmark | $15,868 Jun 1, 2026 | +3.8% |
| United Kingdom | $17,652 Jun 1, 2026 | +12% |
| Netherlands | $26,902 Jun 1, 2026 | +31% |
| Portugal | $20,418 Jun 1, 2026 | +72% |
| Sweden | $17,042 Jun 1, 2026 | +27% |
| Belgium | $13,901 May 1, 2026 | +39% |
| Spain | $18,559 May 1, 2026 | +90% |
| Faroe Islands | $14,327 May 1, 2026 | -34% |
| Croatia | $29,469 May 1, 2026 | +6.1% |
| Italy | $18,685 May 1, 2026 | +15% |
| France | $38,381 Dec 1, 2025 | +24% |
| Ireland | $9,438 Jun 1, 2025 | Not reported |
| United States | $28,684 Jan 1, 2025 | Not reported |
What shapes live langoustine prices?
Use these documented market characteristics when comparing periods, countries and supplier quotes.
Demand driver
Gourmet restaurant demand
High‑end restaurants worldwide seek live langoustine for its premium flavor and texture.
Demand driver
Health‑conscious consumer demand
Live langoustine is valued for its high protein, vitamin B12, selenium and iodine content.
Demand driver
Export market demand
Live langoustine is exported live to ensure freshness for premium markets.
Live Langoustine Price Questions
- What exactly is meant by ‘Live langoustine’?
- Live langoustine refers to the crustacean species *Nephrops norvegicus* (also known as Norway lobster or Dublin Bay prawn) that is supplied in a live, fresh or chilled state, either in the shell or removed from it.
- What quality criteria should buyers look for when receiving live langoustine?
- Buyers should verify that the product is alive or freshly chilled, with intact shells, no signs of damage or discoloration, and that the animals are active when inspected.
- How should live langoustine be stored and handled before sale?
- Live langoustine should be kept chilled (near 0 °C) and in a well‑oxygenated environment to maintain vitality; transport must preserve the cold chain and avoid prolonged exposure to air.