The global surimi market is projected to grow strongly.

The growing demand for affordable and nutritious food products is driving the rapid expansion of the global surimi market in the coming years. According to a report by Fortune Business Insights, the surimi market size is estimated to reach approximately USD 4.57 billion in 2025, increase to USD 4.85 billion in 2026, and is projected to reach USD 7.83 billion by 2034, corresponding to a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of about 6.18% during the forecast period. Currently, the Asia–Pacific region accounts for the largest share, approximately 45% of total global surimi sales, driven by strong demand in markets such as China and Japan. North America ranks second with about 22%, while Europe holds 18%, with Germany and the UK being the two largest consuming markets in the region.

The growth of the surimi market is driven by three main factors:
Surimi is increasingly being used as a functional protein source in a wide range of processed foods, not limited to traditional imitation seafood products. Consumer trends toward healthy, convenient, and easy-to-prepare foods are boosting demand for semi-processed surimi products such as dumplings, fish balls, fish cutlets, and other ready-to-eat items. In addition to demand factors, the surimi market is also supported by increased investment in production facilities. Capacity expansion, greater automation, improvements in cold chain systems, and the adoption of new packaging solutions are enhancing the competitiveness of surimi products in the market.

Currently, Russia is among the top five largest surimi-producing countries in the world. By the end of 2025, the production of Alaska pollock surimi by Russian enterprises is expected to reach approximately 89,000 tons. In the domestic Russian market, locally produced surimi has almost completely replaced imported products. In international markets, particularly in China, South Korea, and Japan, Russian surimi is also gaining competitiveness thanks to advantages in transportation distance and delivery time. By 2030, Russia’s surimi export potential is projected to reach around 79,300 tons, with an estimated value of USD 313.8 million.

Source: VASEP