| Product Code: ETC5170926 | Publication Date: Nov 2023 | Updated Date: Dec 2025 | Product Type: Market Research Report | |
| Publisher: 6Wresearch | Author: Bhawna Singh | No. of Pages: 60 | No. of Figures: 30 | No. of Tables: 5 |
Despite the high concentration with top exporters like Japan, Morocco, and Indonesia leading the way, Congo canned seafood import shipments faced a challenging year in 2023 with a negative Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) of -5.12%. The growth rate plummeted by -15.99%, indicating a significant decline in demand. It`s essential for stakeholders to closely monitor market trends and consumer preferences to navigate these challenging conditions and identify potential opportunities for growth in the future.

By 2027, the Canned Seafood market in Democratic Republic of the Congo is anticipated to reach a growth rate of 11.41%, as part of an increasingly competitive Africa region, where Egypt remains at the forefront, supported by South Africa, Ethiopia, Algeria and Nigeria, driving innovations and market adoption across sectors.

The Canned Seafood Market in Congo is driven by the demand for convenient, ready-to-eat protein sources, including tuna, sardines, and mackerel. These products are popular among consumers due to their long shelf life and ease of storage, making them an essential part of urban diets. However, the market faces challenges such as high import costs, limited cold chain infrastructure, and concerns over the sustainability of seafood sourcing. Efforts to enhance local seafood processing and reduce environmental impacts could help expand the market further.
The Congo Canned Seafood Market is driven by the rising consumption of seafood due to its recognized health benefits, including high protein content and omega-3 fatty acids. The convenience of canned seafood, combined with its long shelf life, makes it a popular choice among consumers. Additionally, the expanding retail sector and the increasing availability of diverse canned seafood options contribute to market growth.
The Congo canned seafood market is significantly affected by overfishing concerns and regulatory measures aimed at preserving marine ecosystems. Limited local seafood supply forces companies to rely on imports, increasing costs and reducing profit margins. Furthermore, the lack of proper cold chain infrastructure complicates seafood storage and transportation, leading to quality degradation. Competition from fresh seafood and the high price of canned products due to processing and packaging costs also constrain market growth.
Government policies significantly impact the Congo Canned Seafood Market, with a focus on fishing regulations, food safety standards, and trade policies. The government enforces fishing quotas and sustainable practices to protect local marine resources, which affects the availability of seafood for canning. Food safety standards are strictly regulated, ensuring that canned seafood products are safe for consumption. Import tariffs and restrictions on foreign canned seafood products protect local industries, while government incentives for local processing facilities aim to enhance domestic production capacity and improve market competitiveness.
1 Executive Summary |
2 Introduction |
2.1 Key Highlights of the Report |
2.2 Report Description |
2.3 Market Scope & Segmentation |
2.4 Research Methodology |
2.5 Assumptions |
3 Congo Canned Seafood Market Overview |
3.1 Congo Country Macro Economic Indicators |
3.2 Congo Canned Seafood Market Revenues & Volume, 2021 & 2031F |
3.3 Congo Canned Seafood Market - Industry Life Cycle |
3.4 Congo Canned Seafood Market - Porter's Five Forces |
3.5 Congo Canned Seafood Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Product, 2021 & 2031F |
3.6 Congo Canned Seafood Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Distribution Channel, 2021 & 2031F |
4 Congo Canned Seafood Market Dynamics |
4.1 Impact Analysis |
4.2 Market Drivers |
4.3 Market Restraints |
5 Congo Canned Seafood Market Trends |
6 Congo Canned Seafood Market Segmentations |
6.1 Congo Canned Seafood Market, By Product |
6.1.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.1.2 Congo Canned Seafood Market Revenues & Volume, By Tuna, 2021-2031F |
6.1.3 Congo Canned Seafood Market Revenues & Volume, By Salmon, 2021-2031F |
6.1.4 Congo Canned Seafood Market Revenues & Volume, By Sardines, 2021-2031F |
6.1.5 Congo Canned Seafood Market Revenues & Volume, By Prawns, 2021-2031F |
6.1.6 Congo Canned Seafood Market Revenues & Volume, By Shrimps, 2021-2031F |
6.1.7 Congo Canned Seafood Market Revenues & Volume, By Other Seafood, 2021-2031F |
6.2 Congo Canned Seafood Market, By Distribution Channel |
6.2.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.2.2 Congo Canned Seafood Market Revenues & Volume, By Foodservices, 2021-2031F |
6.2.3 Congo Canned Seafood Market Revenues & Volume, By Retail, 2021-2031F |
7 Congo Canned Seafood Market Import-Export Trade Statistics |
7.1 Congo Canned Seafood Market Export to Major Countries |
7.2 Congo Canned Seafood Market Imports from Major Countries |
8 Congo Canned Seafood Market Key Performance Indicators |
9 Congo Canned Seafood Market - Opportunity Assessment |
9.1 Congo Canned Seafood Market Opportunity Assessment, By Product, 2021 & 2031F |
9.2 Congo Canned Seafood Market Opportunity Assessment, By Distribution Channel, 2021 & 2031F |
10 Congo Canned Seafood Market - Competitive Landscape |
10.1 Congo Canned Seafood Market Revenue Share, By Companies, 2024 |
10.2 Congo Canned Seafood Market Competitive Benchmarking, By Operating and Technical Parameters |
11 Company Profiles |
12 Recommendations | 13 Disclaimer |