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Fresh Pacific Salmon Market Overview 2026

Derived Products
HS Code
030213
Last Updated
2026-04-16
Key takeaways for search and sourcing teams
  • Fresh Pacific Salmon market coverage spans 102 countries.
  • 105 exporter companies and 97 importer companies are indexed in the global supply chain intelligence network for this product.
  • 1,056 supplier-linked transactions are summarized across the top 20 countries.
  • 0 premium suppliers and 0 catalog items are currently listed.
  • Wholesale sample entries: 5; farmgate sample entries: 0.
  • Latest reference year in this page dataset is 2026.
  • Page data last updated on 2026-04-16.

Global Supplier Transactions, Export Activity, and Price Benchmarks for Fresh Pacific Salmon

Analyze 1,056 supplier-linked transactions across the top 20 countries, with monthly unit-price benchmarks to track export competitiveness and sourcing risk for Fresh Pacific Salmon.

Fresh Pacific Salmon Country YoY Change in Supplier Transactions and Export Momentum

Compare positive and negative YoY shifts in Fresh Pacific Salmon to identify accelerating supplier markets and weakening export corridors.
Top YoY shifts for Fresh Pacific Salmon: Norway (-27.4%), Hong Kong (+23.8%), Chile (-14.0%).

Fresh Pacific Salmon Country-Level Supplier Transaction and Unit Price Summary

As of 2025-05, benchmark Fresh Pacific Salmon country transaction counts with monthly unit price and volume to prioritize supplier and export markets.
In 2025-10, countries with visible Fresh Pacific Salmon transaction unit prices: New Zealand (23.50 USD / kg), Panama (16.00 USD / kg), Faroe Islands (14.57 USD / kg), Chile (7.41 USD / kg), China (5.17 USD / kg).
CountryYoY ChangeTransaction Count2025-052025-062025-072025-082025-092025-102025-112025-122026-012026-022026-032026-04
Chile-14.0%85611.13 USD / kg (428,185.673 kg)11.01 USD / kg (255,460.33 kg)10.10 USD / kg (90,058.72 kg)8.65 USD / kg (332,853.789 kg)9.04 USD / kg (429,384.54 kg)7.41 USD / kg (516,541.12 kg)
New Zealand+3.5%8822.50 USD / kg (4,296.82 kg)23.17 USD / kg (2,883.21 kg)23.50 USD / kg (3,214.01 kg)23.50 USD / kg (2,833.72 kg)23.50 USD / kg (5,428.67 kg)23.50 USD / kg (4,025.03 kg)
Norway-27.4%3713.31 USD / kg (8,224.19 kg)12.69 USD / kg (3,892.14 kg)8.18 USD / kg (18,911.01 kg)7.83 USD / kg (14,068.22 kg)9.12 USD / kg (1,117.64 kg)- (-)
Panama-5- (-)- (-)- (-)- (-)- (-)16.00 USD / kg (135 kg)
Japan-8- (-)- (-)- (-)- (-)5.90 USD / kg (12,615 kg)- (-)
Australia-5.9%3- (-)- (-)- (-)- (-)- (-)- (-)
Thailand-2- (-)- (-)- (-)- (-)- (-)- (-)
Russia-2- (-)- (-)- (-)- (-)- (-)- (-)
South Africa-1- (-)- (-)- (-)- (-)- (-)- (-)
China+0.9%147.85 USD / kg (127,520 kg)6.65 USD / kg (50,932.5 kg)- (-)4.84 USD / kg (20,000 kg)4.25 USD / kg (19,000 kg)5.17 USD / kg (39,590 kg)
Fresh Pacific Salmon Global Supply Chain Coverage
202 companies
105 exporters and 97 importers are mapped for Fresh Pacific Salmon.
Exporters and importers can use Tridge Supply Chain Intelligence company profiles and analytics to identify counterparties for Fresh Pacific Salmon, benchmark reach, and prioritize outreach by market.

Fresh Pacific Salmon Export Supplier Intelligence, Trade Flows, and Price Signals

105 exporter companies are mapped in Tridge Supply Chain Intelligence for Fresh Pacific Salmon. Exporters and importers can use company profiles and analytics to evaluate supplier coverage, trading activity, and route opportunities.

Fresh Pacific Salmon Top Exporters and Supplier Profiles

Review leading exporter profiles while benchmarking against 105 total exporter companies in the Fresh Pacific Salmon supply chain intelligence network. Exporters and importers can unlock company profiles and analytics to qualify partners faster.
(Norway)
Latest Export Transaction: 2025-11-24
Recently Export Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Food ManufacturingFishing Aquaculture
Value Chain Roles: Others
Exporting Countries: Ukraine
Supplying Products: Fresh Pacific Salmon, Fresh Atlantic Salmon, Smoked Salmon +5
(Ukraine)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-03-16
Industries: Food Services And Drinking PlacesFishing AquacultureFood Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: Farming / Production / Processing / PackingDistribution / Wholesale
Exporting Countries: Moldova
Supplying Products: Fresh Pacific Salmon, Fresh Trout Fillet, Fresh Sea Bream +5
(Chile)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-03-16
Industries: Fishing AquacultureOthers
Value Chain Roles: Trade
Exporting Countries: Colombia, Mexico
Supplying Products: Fresh Pacific Salmon, Fresh Atlantic Salmon, Frozen Octopus +2
(Ukraine)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-03-16
Recently Export Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Online Retail And Fulfillment
Value Chain Roles: Retail
Exporting Countries: Moldova
Supplying Products: Fresh Pacific Salmon, Fresh Trout, Dried Anguilla Eel +5
(Belarus)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-03-16
Employee Size: Over 1000 Employees
Sales Revenue: USD Over 1B
Industries: Food Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: Food Manufacturing
Exporting Countries: Armenia
Supplying Products: Fresh Pacific Salmon, Fresh Trout, Fresh Mackerel
(Chile)
Latest Export Transaction: 2025-11-04
Recently Export Partner Companies: 1
Employee Size: Over 1000 Employees
Sales Revenue: USD Over 1B
Industries: Animal ProductionFood ManufacturingFood PackagingFood Services And Drinking Places
Value Chain Roles: Food ManufacturingDistribution / WholesaleFarming / Production / Processing / Packing
Fresh Pacific Salmon Global Exporter Coverage
105 companies
Exporter company count is a key signal for Fresh Pacific Salmon supply depth and sourcing optionality.
Use Supply Chain Intelligence analytics to narrow Fresh Pacific Salmon opportunities by country, product, and value-chain role, then open company profiles to validate fit.

Top Exporting Countries for Fresh Pacific Salmon (HS Code 030213) in 2024

For Fresh Pacific Salmon in 2024, compare export volume and value across the top 10 supplier countries to map core supply structure.
RankCountryVolumeValueReport
1New Zealand5,097,111 kg83,960,775 USDView →
2Canada3,134,967.214 kg42,853,160.078 USDView →
3United States8,613,079 kg30,594,070 USDView →
4Chile3,981,257.67 kg25,093,414.29 USDView →
5Portugal123,278 kg1,824,042.705 USDView →
6Hong Kong75,892 kg992,732.357 USDView →
7Italy83,248 kg656,880.465 USDView →
8Germany40,157 kg627,186.44 USDView →
9Netherlands51,487 kg602,536.307 USDView →
10Poland11,340 kg219,653 USDView →

Fresh Pacific Salmon Export Trade Flow and Partner Country Summary

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Fresh Pacific Salmon Import Buyer Intelligence, Demand Signals, and Price Benchmarks

97 importer companies are mapped for Fresh Pacific Salmon demand intelligence. Use Supply Chain Intelligence company profiles and analytics to prioritize buyers, distributors, and downstream demand partners by market.

Fresh Pacific Salmon Top Buyers, Importers, and Demand Partners

Review leading buyer profiles and compare them against 97 total importer companies tracked for Fresh Pacific Salmon. Exporters and importers can use Supply Chain Intelligence company profiles and analytics to evaluate buyer quality and demand concentration.
(Colombia)
Latest Import Transaction: 2025-11-04
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Employee Size: Over 1000 Employees
Industries: Food WholesalersFood ManufacturingFishing AquacultureFood Packaging
Value Chain Roles: -
(Uruguay)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-02-20
Recently Import Partner Companies: 2
Industries: Food Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: Vietnam
(Vietnam)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-01-23
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Employee Size: 101 - 500 Employees
Industries: Food ManufacturingFood WholesalersFood Services And Drinking Places
Value Chain Roles: -
(Vietnam)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-03-16
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Others
Value Chain Roles: -
(Colombia)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-03-16
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Employee Size: 11 - 50 Employees
Industries: Others
Value Chain Roles: -
(Moldova)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-03-16
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Brokers And Trade AgenciesFood ManufacturingFood PackagingOthers
Value Chain Roles: -
Global Importer Coverage
97 companies
Importer company count highlights the current depth of demand-side visibility for Fresh Pacific Salmon.
Use Supply Chain Intelligence analytics and company profiles to identify active Fresh Pacific Salmon buyers, compare partner density by country, and refine GTM priorities.

Top Import Demand Countries for Fresh Pacific Salmon (HS Code 030213) in 2024

For Fresh Pacific Salmon in 2024, compare import volume and value across the top 10 demand countries to identify priority markets.
RankCountryVolumeValueReport
1United States6,078,370 kg104,597,210 USDView →
2Canada5,034,853 kg30,972,657.818 USDView →
3Brazil3,420,420 kg22,058,019 USDView →
4Portugal2,437,979 kg20,742,087.542 USDView →
5Italy1,572,655 kg18,123,839.516 USDView →
6Japan663,236 kg7,858,551.985 USDView →
7Australia600,044.49 kg6,991,100.144 USDView →
8Malaysia598,336.69 kg6,349,704.154 USDView →
9Netherlands608,025 kg4,467,989.69 USDView →
10Germany423,580.358 kg3,840,276.131 USDView →

Fresh Pacific Salmon Import Trade Flow and Origin Country Summary

Analyze Fresh Pacific Salmon origin-to-destination trade flows by value, volume, and share to monitor demand-side sourcing channels.

Global Wholesale Supplier Price Trends by Country for Fresh Pacific Salmon

Fresh Pacific Salmon Monthly Wholesale Supplier Price Summary by Country

Monthly Fresh Pacific Salmon wholesale unit-price benchmarks by country for export and sourcing decisions.
In 2025-08, countries with visible Fresh Pacific Salmon wholesale unit prices: Ukraine (19.09 USD / kg).
Country2025-052025-062025-072025-082025-092025-102025-112025-122026-012026-022026-032026-04
Ukraine18.54 USD / kg19.09 USD / kg19.03 USD / kg19.09 USD / kg--

Fresh Pacific Salmon Wholesale Price Competitiveness by Major Exporting Countries

Compare Fresh Pacific Salmon wholesale price ranges and YoY changes across the top 1 exporting countries to benchmark supplier price competitiveness.
RankCountryAverageLowerUpperYoYReport
1Ukraine18.89 USD / kg18.42 USD / kg19.15 USD / kg-3.1%View →

Latest Fresh Pacific Salmon Wholesale Export Price Updates

Use the latest 5 Fresh Pacific Salmon wholesale updates to validate current export price points and origin-level supplier changes.
DateEntry NameUnit Price (USD) 
2025-08-01Сьо*** ***** ******** ****** * ******* *****16.58 USD / kg
2022-01-01Лос*** ***** **** * ******* ****16.14 USD / kg
2022-01-01Лос*** ***** ***** * ******* ****11.36 USD / kg
2021-08-01Лос*** ***** ***** * ******* ****11.36 USD / kg
2021-08-01Лос*** ***** ***** * ******* ****11.36 USD / kg

Classification

Product TypeRaw Material
Product FormFresh
Industry PositionPrimary Fishery Product

Raw Material

Commodity GroupSalmonids (anadromous fish)
Scientific NameOncorhynchus spp.
PerishabilityHigh
Growing Conditions
  • Anadromous life cycle: spawning and early rearing in cold, well-oxygenated freshwater; ocean feeding and maturation; adult return migration to natal waters.
  • Sensitive to river temperature and flow conditions during migration and spawning, and to ocean temperature and prey availability during marine phases.
Main VarietiesChinook (King), Sockeye (Red), Coho (Silver), Chum (Keta), Pink
Consumption Forms
  • Fresh/chilled whole fish (H&G) and fillets/portions
  • Frozen whole fish and frozen fillets/portions
  • Smoked salmon products
  • Canned salmon (species-dependent, especially pink and sockeye)
  • Roe products (species-dependent, notably chum in some markets)
Grading Factors
  • Freshness (odor, firmness, gill/eye condition, absence of spoilage)
  • Species and flesh color expectations by market
  • Size/weight class and uniformity
  • Physical defects (bruising, gaping, handling damage)
  • Traceability documentation and condition for raw-consumption channels (including validated control steps where required)
Planting to HarvestVaries by species and stock; typically completes a multi-year wild life cycle (often several years) from hatch to adult return and capture.

Market

Fresh Pacific salmon is a globally traded, premium seafood product primarily supplied by wild capture fisheries in the North Pacific, with production concentrated in Alaska (United States), the Russian Far East, and Canada, and additional supply from Japan. Fresh trade is strongly seasonal and often relies on rapid chilled logistics (including air freight for high-grade fillets), while a larger share of Pacific salmon is traded frozen and/or processed (fillets, portions, roe) depending on market and species. Major demand centers include Japan and North America, with China also important in global seafood trade flows as an import market and processing/re-export hub for various fish products. Market dynamics are shaped by biological variability in salmon returns, fisheries management measures, and increasing climate-driven volatility that can quickly tighten supply during key harvest windows.
Major Producing Countries
  • United StatesMajor wild Pacific salmon production centered in Alaska fisheries; key supplier for fresh and frozen trade.
  • RussiaSignificant wild Pacific salmon production from the Russian Far East; trade patterns can be affected by geopolitics and market access.
  • CanadaWild Pacific salmon production focused on British Columbia and Yukon-linked systems; generally seasonal and management-constrained.
  • JapanProduces Pacific salmonids and remains a major consuming market in North Pacific salmon trade.
Major Exporting Countries
  • United StatesExports fresh and frozen wild Pacific salmon products from Alaska; shipments include whole fish and processed forms.
  • RussiaExports wild Pacific salmon and roe from Far East fisheries; destination mix varies with sanctions and compliance regimes.
  • CanadaExports seasonally available Pacific salmon products, including fresh/chilled forms into nearby markets.
Major Importing Countries
  • JapanLarge and quality-sensitive market for salmon products, including Pacific species.
  • United StatesMajor consumer market for salmon; imports complement domestic Alaska supply and fill off-season needs.
  • ChinaSignificant seafood importer and global processing center for various fish products, influencing re-export flows.
  • South KoreaImportant North Pacific seafood market with demand for fresh and processed salmon products.
Supply Calendar
  • Alaska (United States):Jun, Jul, Aug, SepWild salmon harvest windows vary by species and area; many commercial openings concentrate in summer months.
  • Russian Far East (Russian Federation):Jul, Aug, SepSeasonality is typically strongest mid-to-late summer, varying by species (e.g., pink/chum/sockeye) and region.
  • British Columbia (Canada):Jun, Jul, Aug, SepSeasonal wild runs with timing that varies by stock and management area; volumes can be constrained by conservation measures.

Specification

Major VarietiesChinook (King) salmon (Oncorhynchus tshawytscha), Sockeye (Red) salmon (Oncorhynchus nerka), Coho (Silver) salmon (Oncorhynchus kisutch), Chum (Keta) salmon (Oncorhynchus keta), Pink salmon (Oncorhynchus gorbuscha)
Physical Attributes
  • Flesh color and oil content vary materially by species (e.g., sockeye typically deeper red; chum/pink generally lighter).
  • Freshness is judged by odor, firmness, gill condition, and visual appearance; bruising and gaping are common buyer concerns.
  • Fillet trim and pin-bone removal specifications differ by end market (retail portions vs. foodservice vs. sushi/sashimi).
Compositional Metrics
  • Species- and season-dependent fat/oil content is a key driver of eating quality and suitability for smoking or raw consumption.
  • Buyer specifications frequently reference sensory freshness indicators and defect tolerance rather than a single universal compositional metric.
Grades
  • Commercial trade commonly uses buyer-defined freshness, size/weight bands, and defect tolerances; "sashimi-grade" is typically a marketing descriptor rather than a single globally harmonized standard.
  • Third-party sustainability claims (e.g., MSC) and chain-of-custody documentation can function as market-access requirements in some channels.
Packaging
  • Fresh/chilled: insulated boxes (e.g., EPS or lined cartons) with gel ice or flake ice; tight temperature control is critical.
  • Retail: vacuum-packed or vacuum-skin packed portions; some markets use modified atmosphere packaging (MAP) for chilled shelf-life management.
  • Export: species/grade labeling, lot traceability, and temperature recording practices are commonly requested by large buyers.

Supply Chain

Value Chain
  • Harvest (wild capture) -> bleeding/icing and rapid chilling -> landing and quality grading -> primary processing (H&G, filleting, trimming) -> chilled packing -> air/sea distribution -> wholesale -> retail/foodservice
  • For some trade flows: harvest -> freezing/primary processing -> secondary processing (portions/value-add) -> re-export -> retail/foodservice
Demand Drivers
  • Premium positioning of wild Pacific species (especially sockeye and Chinook) in retail and foodservice, including sushi/sashimi and smoked applications.
  • Seasonal promotions and menu cycles aligned to Alaska/Russian/Canadian harvest peaks.
  • Sustainability and provenance claims influencing procurement in North America, Europe, and parts of East Asia.
Temperature
  • Fresh salmon quality depends on rapid chilling after harvest and continuous cold-chain control close to the freezing point of fish (commonly maintained on ice).
  • Time-temperature abuse accelerates spoilage and undermines eligibility for raw consumption channels that require stricter controls.
Atmosphere Control
  • Vacuum packaging and some modified-atmosphere formats are used for chilled fillets/portions to manage oxidation, drip loss, and shelf-life during distribution.
Shelf Life
  • Fresh shelf life is short and highly sensitive to handling and temperature; many buyers rely on conservative receiving specs and rapid throughput during peak season.

Risks

Climate HighWild Pacific salmon supply is highly exposed to climate variability (including marine heatwaves and warming freshwater migration corridors), which can reduce returns, shift run timing, and trigger conservation-driven fishery restrictions. Because fresh markets depend on narrow seasonal harvest windows and fast logistics, climate-related disruptions can translate rapidly into tight availability and price spikes in key consuming regions.Diversify sourcing across species and origins, keep optionality between fresh and frozen programs, and use pre-season run outlooks plus in-season management updates to adjust procurement early.
Regulatory Compliance MediumCatch limits, area closures, and stock-specific conservation measures can change available volumes and product mix with limited notice, especially during weak-return years. Market access can also hinge on documentation (origin, vessel, chain-of-custody) and buyer sustainability requirements.Contract with multiple suppliers across management areas, maintain traceability documentation readiness, and align buying programs to officially announced openings and conservation measures.
Geopolitics MediumTrade restrictions and sanctions affecting Russian seafood can materially reshape Pacific salmon trade flows, including rerouting through third countries and increased compliance scrutiny. This can reduce supply availability in some destinations and raise reputational and legal risks for importers.Screen origin and processing pathways rigorously, monitor importing-country restrictions, and maintain alternative origin coverage for markets with strict compliance requirements.
Food Safety MediumFresh salmon supply chains must control pathogen and parasite risks and manage strict time-temperature requirements; risks are heightened for raw consumption applications (sushi/sashimi) where buyers expect validated controls. Mislabeling and incomplete traceability can also create food safety and compliance exposure.Implement HACCP-based controls, enforce cold-chain monitoring, validate parasite control steps for raw-intended product where required, and use robust species/origin traceability procedures.
Sustainability
  • Climate-driven marine heatwaves and warming river/ocean conditions can reduce survival and disrupt run timing, increasing volatility in wild supply.
  • Habitat integrity (river flow, temperature, and watershed impacts) is central to long-term wild salmon productivity and is increasingly scrutinized in ESG assessments.
  • Hatchery-wild interactions are a recurring sustainability debate in the North Pacific, including ecosystem effects and stock productivity considerations.
  • Traceability and IUU-risk screening are relevant for parts of global seafood trade, especially where products transit multiple processing or re-export steps.
Labor & Social
  • Seasonal and migrant labor reliance in remote fishing and processing regions raises recurring worker safety, housing, and labor-standards due diligence expectations.
  • Human rights due diligence and supply-chain transparency requirements are increasing across global seafood procurement, affecting supplier qualification and audits.

FAQ

Which countries are the main producers of Pacific salmon for global trade?Pacific salmon production is concentrated in North Pacific coastal states, with major supply coming from Alaska (United States), the Russian Far East (Russian Federation), and Canada, and additional production in Japan. These origins drive most of the seasonal wild-capture supply that feeds fresh, frozen, and processed trade.
When is fresh Pacific salmon supply typically most available?Fresh Pacific salmon supply is most available during summer-focused harvest windows in the North Pacific. Alaska, the Russian Far East, and British Columbia generally see peak commercial activity in mid-year months, though exact timing varies by species, stock, and management area.
What is the biggest global risk that can disrupt Pacific salmon supply?The most critical risk is climate-driven volatility affecting wild salmon returns, including marine heatwaves and warming freshwater conditions that can reduce survival and shift run timing. Because fresh programs rely on narrow seasonal windows, climate disruptions can quickly reduce availability and tighten markets.
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