Seasonality
Seasonal pattern: Not documented
No seasonal price pattern is currently documented for oysters.
Oysters Price
Monthly reported customs unit values, not live or executable quotes.
Latest reported price
$9,476 USD/t
As of Jul 2026
HighPrevious 12 months
The latest value is above the typical range of $6,670–$8,248 USD/t.
Oysters Price History
Oysters Prices by Country
Oysters 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Australia | $13,005 Jul 1, 2026 | +6.3% |
| Canada | $9,759 Jul 1, 2026 | -19% |
| New Zealand | $9,697 Jul 1, 2026 | -1.5% |
| United States | $8,501 Jul 1, 2026 | -14% |
| Germany | $13,609 Jun 1, 2026 | -4.0% |
| Denmark | $9,180 Jun 1, 2026 | +11% |
| United Kingdom | $3,087 Jun 1, 2026 | -25% |
| Greece | $4,520 Jun 1, 2026 | -19% |
| China, Hong Kong Special Administrative Region | $14,163 Jun 1, 2026 | +7.0% |
| Ireland | $6,562 Jun 1, 2026 | +4.5% |
| Japan | $15,380 Jun 1, 2026 | -13% |
| Luxembourg | $14,638 Jun 1, 2026 | +1.9% |
| Latvia | $15,537 Jun 1, 2026 | -3.3% |
| Mexico | $4,125 Jun 1, 2026 | -14% |
| Malaysia | $988 Jun 1, 2026 | +184% |
| Netherlands | $5,128 Jun 1, 2026 | -38% |
| Portugal | $5,371 Jun 1, 2026 | +17% |
| Sweden | $9,099 Jun 1, 2026 | +47% |
| Belgium | $13,689 May 1, 2026 | -2.9% |
| Spain | $5,781 May 1, 2026 | +4.7% |
| Croatia | $13,390 May 1, 2026 | +29% |
| Italy | $6,651 May 1, 2026 | -3.2% |
| Romania | $10,431 May 1, 2026 | -30% |
| Thailand | $2,129 May 1, 2026 | +9.3% |
| South Africa | $12,661 May 1, 2026 | +105% |
| Lithuania | $4,387 Apr 1, 2026 | Not reported |
| Norway | $9,294 Jan 1, 2026 | Not reported |
| Czechia | $10,499 Dec 1, 2025 | +36% |
| France | $8,455 Dec 1, 2025 | +18% |
| South Korea | $4,805 Dec 1, 2025 | -3.9% |
| Morocco | $15,778 Dec 1, 2025 | Not reported |
| Myanmar | $25,557 Dec 1, 2025 | Not reported |
| Singapore | $9,633 Dec 1, 2025 | Not reported |
| Slovenia | $7,841 Dec 1, 2025 | Not reported |
| India | $1,885 Oct 1, 2025 | Not reported |
| Indonesia | $2,177 Jan 1, 2025 | Not reported |
| Namibia | $17,958 Jan 1, 2025 | Not reported |
| China | $1,593 Dec 1, 2024 | Not reported |
What shapes oysters prices?
Use these documented market characteristics when comparing periods, countries and supplier quotes.
Demand driver
Fresh seafood consumption
Oysters are consumed raw or cooked as a delicacy, driving demand from consumers and foodservice establishments.
Demand driver
Pearl and shell market
Certain oyster species are harvested for pearls and decorative shells, creating additional demand beyond edible uses.
Oysters Price Questions
- What forms of oysters are recognized for trade?
- Oysters are classified as live, fresh, chilled, frozen, dried, salted, or in brine, whether in the shell or not.
- How should fresh oysters be stored to maintain quality?
- Fresh oysters should be kept chilled, ideally on ice, and protected from direct contact with water to preserve their freshness.
- What basic processing methods are applied to oysters before sale?
- Oysters may be smoked, prepared, or preserved without smoking, following standard seafood processing practices.