Vietnam’s clam exports sustain robust growth through early 2025
Vietnam’s clam exports continued their upward trajectory in the first four months of 2025, with total export revenue reaching over USD 37 million, a 44% increase compared to the same period last year, according to data from the General Department of Vietnam Customs.
The European Union remained the largest destination for Vietnamese clams, led by Italy, which imported USD 10 million worth of clams as of May 15, up 39% year-on-year. Spain followed with nearly USD 9 million in imports, roughly flat from a year earlier.
Exports to China surged 381%, making it Vietnam’s third-largest clam market with more than USD 8 million in shipments. The U.S. and South Korea also recorded strong growth.
Meanwhile, exports to several traditional markets, including the Netherlands, Japan, the UK, and Singapore, declined. Shipments to the Netherlands fell 56%, while exports to Japan dropped 38%, reflecting shifting consumption trends or heightened competition.
Vietnam currently operates several sustainably certified clam farming areas. Ben Tre province holds Marine Stewardship Council (MSC) certification, while farming zones in Tien Giang, Tra Vinh, Nam Dinh, and Ninh Binh are certified by the Aquaculture Stewardship Council (ASC). These certifications are seen as key to maintaining and expanding access to high-standard markets such as the EU, U.S., Japan, and Australia.
As of May, Vietnamese clams had been exported to 49 markets worldwide. With stable domestic output and rising international demand, the sector is expected to maintain its positive momentum in the months ahead.
VFM
