Seasonality
Seasonal pattern: Not documented
No seasonal price pattern is currently documented for edible seaweed.
Edible Seaweed Price
Monthly reported customs unit values, not live or executable quotes.
Latest reported price
$14,188 USD/t
As of Jul 2026
HighPrevious 12 months
The latest value is above the typical range of $2,401–$10,359 USD/t.
Edible Seaweed Price History
Edible Seaweed Prices by Country
Edible seaweed export unit values are shown in USD/t. Compare the reporting dates as well as the values; product mix and delivery terms can differ between countries.
| Country | Latest · USD/t | YoYYear on year |
|---|---|---|
| Canada | $15,541 Jul 1, 2026 | +0.0% |
| Chile | $1,766 Jul 1, 2026 | -83% |
| Lithuania | $32,450 Jul 1, 2026 | +1.7% |
| Norway | $3,548 Jul 1, 2026 | +249% |
| New Zealand | $15,541 Jul 1, 2026 | +10% |
| United States | $12,166 Jul 1, 2026 | +26% |
| Australia | $59,194 Jun 1, 2026 | -31% |
| Brazil | $4,683 Jun 1, 2026 | Not reported |
| Czechia | $17,639 Jun 1, 2026 | -44% |
| Germany | $26,753 Jun 1, 2026 | +77% |
| Denmark | $2,629 Jun 1, 2026 | -48% |
| United Kingdom | $13,205 Jun 1, 2026 | +26% |
| China, Hong Kong Special Administrative Region | $8,318 Jun 1, 2026 | -33% |
| Indonesia | $1,109 Jun 1, 2026 | +35% |
| India | $17,308 Jun 1, 2026 | +77% |
| Ireland | $8,199 Jun 1, 2026 | +2292% |
| Iceland | $11,534 Jun 1, 2026 | Not reported |
| Israel | $15,541 Jun 1, 2026 | +0.0% |
| Japan | $20,331 Jun 1, 2026 | -16% |
| Latvia | $1,918 Jun 1, 2026 | -62% |
| Malaysia | $1,729 Jun 1, 2026 | Not reported |
| Netherlands | $6,248 Jun 1, 2026 | -15% |
| Poland | $25,150 Jun 1, 2026 | +1.9% |
| Portugal | $15,129 Jun 1, 2026 | Not reported |
| Sweden | $15,541 Jun 1, 2026 | -18% |
| Belgium | $18,472 May 1, 2026 | -0.1% |
| Spain | $5,733 May 1, 2026 | +150% |
| Estonia | $8,606 May 1, 2026 | Not reported |
| Italy | $4,774 May 1, 2026 | +15% |
| Philippines | $711 May 1, 2026 | +19% |
| Slovakia | $11,180 May 1, 2026 | Not reported |
| Thailand | $17,528 May 1, 2026 | +56% |
| South Africa | $1,087 May 1, 2026 | +10% |
| Kazakhstan | $36,169 Apr 1, 2026 | +3.0% |
| Bulgaria | $18,587 Mar 1, 2026 | +318% |
| Ecuador | $9,821 Mar 1, 2026 | Not reported |
| Slovenia | $20,167 Feb 1, 2026 | Not reported |
| Greece | $767 Jan 1, 2026 | Not reported |
| Panama | $1,639 Jan 1, 2026 | +15% |
| France | $17,571 Dec 1, 2025 | +29% |
| South Korea | $20,473 Dec 1, 2025 | -3.0% |
| Singapore | $21,861 Dec 1, 2025 | Not reported |
| Finland | $22,181 Nov 1, 2025 | Not reported |
| Mexico | $37,733 Nov 1, 2025 | Not reported |
| Saudi Arabia | $1,892 Nov 1, 2025 | Not reported |
| El Salvador | $20,909 Nov 1, 2025 | Not reported |
| Faroe Islands | $1,041 Oct 1, 2025 | Not reported |
| Myanmar | $574 Oct 1, 2025 | Not reported |
| Croatia | $7,217 Jul 1, 2025 | Not reported |
| Peru | $4,888 Apr 1, 2025 | Not reported |
| Namibia | $905 Jan 1, 2025 | Not reported |
| China | $9,138 Dec 1, 2024 | Not reported |
| Luxembourg | $73,790 Nov 1, 2024 | Not reported |
| Trinidad and Tobago | $2,593 Sep 1, 2024 | Not reported |
What shapes edible seaweed prices?
Use these documented market characteristics when comparing periods, countries and supplier quotes.
Demand driver
Culinary demand
Consumers and food service operators purchase edible seaweed for use in dishes such as sushi, soups, and salads.
Demand driver
Health‑food demand
Edible seaweed is sought for its nutritional content, including vitamins, minerals, and dietary fiber.
Edible Seaweed Price Questions
- What forms of edible seaweed are classified as fit for human consumption?
- Edible seaweed is classified as seaweeds and other algae that are fresh, chilled, frozen or dried, whether or not ground, and are fit for human consumption.
- How should edible seaweed be stored to maintain quality?
- Edible seaweed should be kept in a cool, dry environment; fresh or chilled seaweed requires refrigeration, while dried seaweed should be stored in airtight containers away from moisture and heat.
- What are common processing steps for edible seaweed before it reaches the market?
- Typical processing includes cleaning, washing, optional blanching, followed by drying or freezing, and finally grinding or cutting if a ground form is required.