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Bangladesh is one of the world's leading exporters of frozen shrimps and prawns, supplying major markets in the European Union, United States, Japan, and the Middle East. The shrimp processing industry is centred around the coastal districts of Khulna, Chittagong, and Cox's Bazar.

Bay X Bengal lists verified frozen shrimps suppliers in Bangladesh sourced from the Export Promotion Bureau (EPB). Each listing includes EPB registration status, DIFE/LIMA labour compliance data, and direct contact information where available.

HS Codes:030603071605

Macro Industry Statistics

FY2025-26 estimate · EPB/NBR aggregate data
Total Sector Value~$294 MillionApprox. 34.4 Billion BDT
Share of Total Export Basket0.61%Of Bangladesh's total export revenue
Annual Growth Trajectory+11.4% YoYRebounding due to large-scale adoption of SPF Vannamei structures

Top Niche / Products — Value & Volume

Black Tiger Shrimp (Frozen HLSO/P&D)$205 Million~22,500 Metric Tons
SPF Vannamei (Whiteleg Shrimp)$58 Million~8,200 Metric Tons
High-yield commercial niche
Freshwater Golda Prawns$31 Million

Buyer Country Breakdown

Belgium
$88 Million~30% share
Netherlands
$56 Million~19% share
Germany
$41 Million
United Kingdom
$32 Million
Japan
$24 Million

District Concentration Share

3Districts
SatkhiraHighest density of brackish-water coastal aquaculture ghers48%
KhulnaCentralized processing complexes and compliance testing labs32%

Top 10 Shrimps Suppliers & Frozen Shrimps Exporters in Bangladesh

Ranked by verification, credibility score & workforce size
1Khulna
EPB EU
2Chittagong
EPB DIFE
4Khulna
EPB DIFE
7Khulna
EPB DIFE
8Satkhira
EPB DIFE
9Khulna
EPB DIFE
10Khulna
EPB DIFE

Frequently Asked Questions

Who are the major frozen shrimps suppliers in Bangladesh?

Bangladesh has hundreds of EPB-registered frozen shrimp exporters and processing companies. They are concentrated in Khulna, Chittagong, and Cox's Bazar. Use Bay X Bengal to browse verified suppliers with direct contact details.

What HS code is used for shrimp exports from Bangladesh?

Frozen shrimps and prawns exported from Bangladesh primarily fall under HS code 0306. Processed shrimp products may fall under 1605.

Is Bangladesh a reliable source for frozen shrimps?

Yes. Bangladesh is a top-10 global exporter of frozen shrimps, with strict export quality controls and EPB oversight. Many Bangladeshi shrimp exporters also hold EU market access certifications.