ANALYSIS: China's Lobster Imports Hit Record High Amid Supplier Shift

Since lobster imports began gaining momentum in China in 2017, Chinese consumers have increasingly embraced this high-end seafood, appreciating its delicate taste and juicy flesh. According to the General Administration of Customs of China (GACC), lobster imports (all species combined) reached a record volume of 69,774 metric tonnes in 2025. This marks a 14.7% increase over 2024 and a substantial 61.6% rise from the low point of 43,185 metric tonnes recorded during the coronavirus crisis in 2021...
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