Export Shrimp & other crustaceans from Pakistan to Belgium

Belgium imported US$410M of shrimp & other crustaceans (HS 0306) in 2025. India supplied US$336M of that in 2025, while Pakistan supplied US$2.9M, a gap of US$334M. Pakistan's share of the market is 0.7%.

That gap matters: buyers in Belgium already source this product from South Asia and accept the shipping times, payment terms and documents involved. Pakistan's total sales to Belgium grew 7% between 2020 and 2025, which points to a steady trade relationship.

On our opportunity score, Belgium rates 72 out of 100 (top opportunity) and ranks 9th of 59 markets for this product. Next step: shortlist importers who buy from India today, prepare a price list on the right Incoterm, and list shrimp & other crustaceans with Belgium as a target market so buyers can find you.

Opportunity score
72/100 (Top opportunity)
From Pakistan (2025)
US$2.85M
From India (2025)
US$336.37M
Market size
US$409.61M
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How much shrimp & other crustaceans does Belgium import?

Belgium imported US$410M of shrimp & other crustaceans (HS 0306) in 2025, according to UN Comtrade.

Does Pakistan export shrimp & other crustaceans to Belgium?

Yes. Pakistan exported US$2.9M of shrimp & other crustaceans to Belgium in 2025, 0.7% of the market.

How does Pakistan compare with India in Belgium for shrimp & other crustaceans?

India leads: US$336M against Pakistan's US$2.9M in 2025, a gap of US$334M.

How can I start exporting shrimp & other crustaceans to Belgium?

Confirm your HS code, check Belgium's duties and standards, and list your business on BusinessListing.pk with Belgium as a target market. Our guide "How to Choose an Export Market" and the Belgium Global Trade profile explain the next steps.