Sheremetyevo Customs cleared 1.6 thousand tons of imported seafood during January-November 2025. According to the RF Federal Customs Service, the number of shipments in that period exceeded 1,789 — up 4 per cent year-on-year. Air seafood imports reflect Russia's rising demand for fresh and high-value seafood.
The assortment includes lobsters, crabs, shrimps, scallops, and oysters. These products are delivered fresh, chilled, and frozen. The major exporters of seafood to Russia via Sheremetyevo are the United Arab Emirates, Egypt, Sri Lanka, and Indonesia.
The Federal Customs Service added that perishable products are customs cleared on a priority basis in short terms. Seafood is demanded by Russia's restaurant sector, retail, and luxury consumer groups. In the sanctions era, Russia turned to Asian, African, and Middle Eastern sources after traditional suppliers such as Norway, Scotland, and Canada were cut off. The UAE in particular plays an important role as a re-export hub. Air freight stands out as the ideal mode providing fresh delivery speed for perishable seafood.
Key Takeaways:
1. Sheremetyevo Customs cleared 1.6 thousand tons of imported seafood in January-November 2025.
2. Shipments exceeded 1,789, up 4% year-on-year.
3. The assortment includes lobsters, crabs, shrimps, scallops, and oysters.
4. Major suppliers: United Arab Emirates, Egypt, Sri Lanka, and Indonesia.
5. Perishable products are customs cleared on priority in short terms.
