| Product Code: ETC5170921 | 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 |
Cameroon canned seafood import market saw significant growth in 2023, with top exporters such as Morocco, Indonesia, Tunisia, China, and Equatorial Guinea leading the way. The high Herfindahl-Hirschman Index (HHI) indicates a concentrated market, while the impressive Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) of 18.08% and growth rate of 15.02% reflect strong industry expansion. As demand for canned seafood continues to rise in Cameroon, exporters are poised to capitalize on this trend and further enhance their market presence in the coming years.

By 2027, Cameroon's Canned Seafood market is forecasted to achieve a high growth rate of 13.86%, with Egypt leading the Africa region, followed by South Africa, Ethiopia, Algeria and Nigeria.

The canned seafood market in Cameroon is driven by the increasing demand for convenient and long-lasting seafood products. Canned seafood offers a practical solution for preserving fish and other seafood items. The market benefits from rising consumer preferences for convenient food options. Challenges include ensuring the quality and safety of canned seafood and addressing competition from fresh seafood.
The canned seafood market in Cameroon benefits from the rising demand for convenient and long-lasting seafood products. Canned seafood offers a practical solution for consumers seeking ready-to-eat and easily stored options. The growth of urbanization and busy lifestyles increases the preference for such products. Additionally, the expansion of retail distribution networks and the availability of a variety of canned seafood options contribute to market growth.
The Canned Seafood Market in Cameroon encounters challenges such as high production costs and the need for effective preservation techniques to ensure product quality. There are also issues related to the sourcing and supply of seafood, which can be affected by environmental factors and regulatory constraints. Logistics and distribution problems impact the availability of canned seafood products. Additionally, competition from fresh and frozen seafood products influences market dynamics.
The canned seafood market in Cameroon is governed by food safety and quality regulations. The government enforces standards to ensure that canned seafood products meet safety and quality requirements. Import tariffs and trade policies affect the availability and cost of canned seafood. The government also supports local seafood processing and production through incentives and infrastructure development.
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 Cameroon Canned Seafood Market Overview |
3.1 Cameroon Country Macro Economic Indicators |
3.2 Cameroon Canned Seafood Market Revenues & Volume, 2021 & 2031F |
3.3 Cameroon Canned Seafood Market - Industry Life Cycle |
3.4 Cameroon Canned Seafood Market - Porter's Five Forces |
3.5 Cameroon Canned Seafood Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Product, 2021 & 2031F |
3.6 Cameroon Canned Seafood Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Distribution Channel, 2021 & 2031F |
4 Cameroon Canned Seafood Market Dynamics |
4.1 Impact Analysis |
4.2 Market Drivers |
4.2.1 Increasing consumer awareness and preference for convenient seafood products |
4.2.2 Growth in the food processing industry in Cameroon |
4.2.3 Rising disposable income leading to higher demand for premium canned seafood products |
4.3 Market Restraints |
4.3.1 Price volatility of seafood raw materials affecting production costs |
4.3.2 Competition from fresh and frozen seafood products in the market |
5 Cameroon Canned Seafood Market Trends |
6 Cameroon Canned Seafood Market Segmentations |
6.1 Cameroon Canned Seafood Market, By Product |
6.1.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.1.2 Cameroon Canned Seafood Market Revenues & Volume, By Tuna, 2021-2031F |
6.1.3 Cameroon Canned Seafood Market Revenues & Volume, By Salmon, 2021-2031F |
6.1.4 Cameroon Canned Seafood Market Revenues & Volume, By Sardines, 2021-2031F |
6.1.5 Cameroon Canned Seafood Market Revenues & Volume, By Prawns, 2021-2031F |
6.1.6 Cameroon Canned Seafood Market Revenues & Volume, By Shrimps, 2021-2031F |
6.1.7 Cameroon Canned Seafood Market Revenues & Volume, By Other Seafood, 2021-2031F |
6.2 Cameroon Canned Seafood Market, By Distribution Channel |
6.2.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.2.2 Cameroon Canned Seafood Market Revenues & Volume, By Foodservices, 2021-2031F |
6.2.3 Cameroon Canned Seafood Market Revenues & Volume, By Retail, 2021-2031F |
7 Cameroon Canned Seafood Market Import-Export Trade Statistics |
7.1 Cameroon Canned Seafood Market Export to Major Countries |
7.2 Cameroon Canned Seafood Market Imports from Major Countries |
8 Cameroon Canned Seafood Market Key Performance Indicators |
8.1 Number of new product launches in the canned seafood segment |
8.2 Percentage growth in online sales of canned seafood products in Cameroon |
8.3 Consumer satisfaction scores for canned seafood products in the market |
9 Cameroon Canned Seafood Market - Opportunity Assessment |
9.1 Cameroon Canned Seafood Market Opportunity Assessment, By Product, 2021 & 2031F |
9.2 Cameroon Canned Seafood Market Opportunity Assessment, By Distribution Channel, 2021 & 2031F |
10 Cameroon Canned Seafood Market - Competitive Landscape |
10.1 Cameroon Canned Seafood Market Revenue Share, By Companies, 2024 |
10.2 Cameroon Canned Seafood Market Competitive Benchmarking, By Operating and Technical Parameters |
11 Company Profiles |
12 Recommendations | 13 Disclaimer |