Seasonality
Seasonal pattern: Not documented
No seasonal price pattern is currently documented for frozen clams and cockles.
Frozen Clams and Cockles Price
Monthly reported customs unit values, not live or executable quotes.
Latest reported price
$9,075 USD/t
As of Jul 2026
HighPrevious 12 months
The latest value is above the typical range of $7,262–$8,154 USD/t.
Frozen Clams and Cockles Price History
Frozen Clams and Cockles Prices by Country
Frozen clams and cockles 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 | $9,862 Jul 1, 2026 | -4.6% |
| New Zealand | $3,741 Jul 1, 2026 | -47% |
| United States | $5,541 Jul 1, 2026 | +20% |
| Australia | $5,236 Jun 1, 2026 | Not reported |
| Germany | $27,115 Jun 1, 2026 | +72% |
| Denmark | $25,117 Jun 1, 2026 | Not reported |
| Greece | $12,861 Jun 1, 2026 | +20% |
| China, Hong Kong Special Administrative Region | $3,318 Jun 1, 2026 | -10% |
| Indonesia | $1,781 Jun 1, 2026 | +90% |
| Japan | $17,668 Jun 1, 2026 | -41% |
| Malaysia | $1,304 Jun 1, 2026 | +22% |
| Netherlands | $5,516 Jun 1, 2026 | +3.3% |
| Portugal | $2,656 Jun 1, 2026 | +1.0% |
| Spain | $6,825 May 1, 2026 | -12% |
| Ireland | $7,945 May 1, 2026 | -11% |
| Italy | $9,033 May 1, 2026 | -29% |
| Thailand | $1,777 May 1, 2026 | -91% |
| Belgium | $6,303 Apr 1, 2026 | Not reported |
| Bulgaria | $14,484 Mar 1, 2026 | +25% |
| Chile | $2,250 Mar 1, 2026 | Not reported |
| North Macedonia | $10,831 Mar 1, 2026 | Not reported |
| Philippines | $4,000 Mar 1, 2026 | Not reported |
| Slovenia | $4,364 Mar 1, 2026 | Not reported |
| Pakistan | $978 Jan 1, 2026 | +35% |
| France | $14,021 Dec 1, 2025 | -10.0% |
| South Korea | $4,553 Dec 1, 2025 | -16% |
| Singapore | $4,471 Dec 1, 2025 | +90% |
| Czechia | $14,098 Nov 1, 2025 | Not reported |
| Sweden | $19,878 Nov 1, 2025 | Not reported |
| United Kingdom | $18,340 Oct 1, 2025 | +2.1% |
| Lithuania | $17,927 Oct 1, 2025 | Not reported |
| Hungary | $4,264 Sep 1, 2025 | Not reported |
| Myanmar | $1,300 Jul 1, 2025 | Not reported |
| Oman | $9,215 Mar 1, 2025 | Not reported |
| China | $4,129 Dec 1, 2024 | Not reported |
What shapes frozen clams and cockles prices?
Use these documented market characteristics when comparing periods, countries and supplier quotes.
Demand driver
Foodservice sector
Restaurants and catering businesses purchase frozen clams and cockles for menu items such as soups, stews, and seafood platters.
Demand driver
Retail frozen seafood
Supermarkets and specialty stores stock frozen clams and cockles to meet consumer demand for convenient, shelf‑stable seafood.
Frozen Clams and Cockles Price Questions
- What exactly is covered by the term 'Frozen clams and cockles'?
- The commodity includes molluscs such as clams, cockles, and ark shells from families like Arcidae, Arcticidae, Cardiidae, Donacidae, Hiatellidae, Mactridae, Mesodesmatidae, Myidae, Semelidae, Solecurtidae, Solenidae, Tridacnidae and Veneridae. It may be supplied either in the shell or out of the shell, but always in a frozen state.
- How should frozen clams and cockles be stored to maintain quality?
- They must be kept continuously frozen at temperatures around -18 °C or lower. The cold chain should be preserved from processing through transport and storage to prevent thawing and ice crystal formation, which can degrade texture and flavor.
- Can frozen clams and cockles be cooked directly from frozen?
- Yes, the product is intended for direct cooking from the frozen condition. Typical preparation methods include boiling, steaming, or sautéing without the need for prior thawing, provided the product remains properly frozen until use.