Export Squid, cuttlefish & other molluscs from Pakistan to Germany

Pakistan did not report any exports of squid, cuttlefish & other molluscs (HS 0307) to Germany in 2025, while India sold US$2.8M there. Germany's total imports of the product were US$174M in 2025.

This is an open market for Pakistani suppliers: demand exists and a South Asian competitor is already meeting part of it. Pakistan's total sales to Germany grew 21% between 2020 and 2025, which suggests buyers there are increasingly open to Pakistani suppliers.

On our opportunity score, Germany rates 57 out of 100 (strong) and ranks 16th of 43 markets for this product. Next step: confirm import duties and product standards for Germany before sending samples, then list squid, cuttlefish & other molluscs with Germany as a target market so importers there can contact you.

Opportunity score
57/100 (Strong)
From Pakistan (2025)
US$0M
From India (2025)
US$2.76M
Market size
US$174.46M
Check before you export
Large German buyers must check social and environmental standards in their supply chains, so expect audit and documentation requests.
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Pakistan's duty preferences in the EU under the GSP+ scheme depend on meeting rules of origin. Check each product.

How much squid, cuttlefish & other molluscs does Germany import?

Germany imported US$174M of squid, cuttlefish & other molluscs (HS 0307) in 2025, according to UN Comtrade.

Does Pakistan export squid, cuttlefish & other molluscs to Germany?

Pakistan reported no exports of squid, cuttlefish & other molluscs to Germany in 2025, so this is a new market for Pakistani suppliers.

How does Pakistan compare with India in Germany for squid, cuttlefish & other molluscs?

India leads: US$2.8M against Pakistan's US$0K in 2025, a gap of US$2.8M.

How can I start exporting squid, cuttlefish & other molluscs to Germany?

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