Sub Product
Raw Materials
HS Code
030489
Last Updated
2026-04-04
Key takeaways for search and sourcing teams
- Frozen Perch market coverage spans 132 countries.
- 311 exporter companies and 423 importer companies are indexed in the global supply chain intelligence network for this product.
- 1,245 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 2026-04-04.
Global Supplier Transactions, Export Activity, and Price Benchmarks for Frozen Perch
Analyze 1,245 supplier-linked transactions across the top 20 countries, with monthly unit-price benchmarks to track export competitiveness and sourcing risk for Frozen Perch.
Frozen Perch Country YoY Change in Supplier Transactions and Export Momentum
Compare positive and negative YoY shifts in Frozen Perch to identify accelerating supplier markets and weakening export corridors.
Top YoY shifts for Frozen Perch: Kazakhstan (+257.3%), Canada (+252.5%), Peru (-79.2%).
Frozen Perch Country-Level Supplier Transaction and Unit Price Summary
As of 2025-05, benchmark Frozen Perch country transaction counts with monthly unit price and volume to prioritize supplier and export markets.
In 2025-10, countries with visible Frozen Perch transaction unit prices: Denmark (7.52 USD / kg), Uganda (7.04 USD / kg), Kazakhstan (5.48 USD / kg), Germany (5.20 USD / kg), China (5.19 USD / kg), 5 more countries.
| Country | YoY Change | Transaction Count | 2025-05 | 2025-06 | 2025-07 | 2025-08 | 2025-09 | 2025-10 | 2025-11 | 2025-12 | 2026-01 | 2026-02 | 2026-03 | 2026-04 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| China | +14.5% | 43 | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | 4.76 USD / kg (116,700 kg) | 5.19 USD / kg (160,860 kg) | ||||||
| Kazakhstan | +257.3% | 268 | 3.38 USD / kg (152,105.7 kg) | 7.37 USD / kg (89,443 kg) | 9.70 USD / kg (48,104 kg) | 8.29 USD / kg (260,200 kg) | 5.24 USD / kg (56,908 kg) | 5.48 USD / kg (286,274 kg) | ||||||
| Tanzania | -33.2% | 20 | 19.75 USD / kg (58,542.6 kg) | 2.02 USD / kg (1.8 kg) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | 2.51 USD / kg (2 kg) | ||||||
| Poland | - | 8 | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | 10.46 USD / kg (19,890 kg) | - (-) | ||||||
| Vietnam | -8.3% | 275 | 4.54 USD / kg (91,697.199 kg) | 3.93 USD / kg (84,917.9 kg) | 1.85 USD / kg (79,937.8 kg) | 3.35 USD / kg (240,266 kg) | 4.13 USD / kg (167,835.215 kg) | 5.13 USD / kg (119,128.84 kg) | ||||||
| Uganda | +8.9% | 201 | 6.44 USD / kg (134,536.5 kg) | 7.14 USD / kg (126,908.25 kg) | 7.33 USD / kg (125,922 kg) | 7.06 USD / kg (113,002 kg) | 7.08 USD / kg (364,392 kg) | 7.04 USD / kg (232,154 kg) | ||||||
| Canada | +252.5% | 5 | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | 1.84 USD / kg (179,349 kg) | - (-) | ||||||
| Germany | -21.6% | 4 | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | 5.20 USD / kg (53,006 kg) | ||||||
| India | -61.9% | 2 | - (-) | - (-) | 1.08 USD / kg (114 kg) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | ||||||
| Iceland | 0.0% | 1 | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) |
Frozen Perch Global Supply Chain Coverage
734 companies
311 exporters and 423 importers are mapped for Frozen Perch.
Exporters and importers can use Tridge Supply Chain Intelligence company profiles and analytics to identify counterparties for Frozen Perch, benchmark reach, and prioritize outreach by market.
Frozen Perch Export Supplier Intelligence, Trade Flows, and Price Signals
311 exporter companies are mapped in Tridge Supply Chain Intelligence for Frozen Perch. Exporters and importers can use company profiles and analytics to evaluate supplier coverage, trading activity, and route opportunities.
Frozen Perch Top Exporters and Supplier Profiles
Review leading exporter profiles while benchmarking against 311 total exporter companies in the Frozen Perch supply chain intelligence network. Exporters and importers can unlock company profiles and analytics to qualify partners faster.
(Uganda)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-01-12
Recently Export Partner Companies: 8
Employee Size: 101 - 500 Employees
Sales Revenue: USD 10M - 50M
Industries: Fishing AquacultureFood WholesalersFood Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: Food ManufacturingTradeDistribution / Wholesale
(Canada)
Latest Export Transaction: 2025-08-25
Industries: Others
Value Chain Roles: Logistics
Exporting Countries: United States
Supplying Products: Frozen Perch, Frozen Whole Perch
(Russia)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-03-04
Employee Size: 1 - 10 Employees
Industries: Food Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: Others
(Tanzania)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-03-04
Industries: Food Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: TradeFood Manufacturing
(Kazakhstan)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-02-04
Recently Export Partner Companies: 1
Employee Size: 1 - 10 Employees
Industries: Others
Value Chain Roles: Trade
(Uganda)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-03-04
Recently Export Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Food WholesalersOthers
Value Chain Roles: Distribution / WholesaleTrade
Frozen Perch Global Exporter Coverage
311 companies
Exporter company count is a key signal for Frozen Perch supply depth and sourcing optionality.
Use Supply Chain Intelligence analytics to narrow Frozen Perch opportunities by country, product, and value-chain role, then open company profiles to validate fit.
Top Exporting Countries for Frozen Perch (HS Code 030489) in 2024
For Frozen Perch in 2024, compare export volume and value across the top 10 supplier countries to map core supply structure.
| Rank | Country | Volume | Value | Report |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Turkiye | 17,279,938 kg | 182,081,143 USD | View → |
| 2 | Netherlands | 18,681,997.935 kg | 179,782,609.68 USD | View → |
| 3 | Japan | 11,408,694 kg | 162,083,612.447 USD | View → |
| 4 | Canada | 4,907,016.095 kg | 75,105,041.239 USD | View → |
| 5 | New Zealand | 7,845,783 kg | 59,176,854.835 USD | View → |
| 6 | Germany | 5,923,935 kg | 54,179,809.487 USD | View → |
| 7 | Denmark | 4,941,371 kg | 48,291,427.292 USD | View → |
| 8 | Iceland | 10,932,199 kg | 39,878,694.685 USD | View → |
| 9 | Poland | 3,086,537 kg | 31,438,579 USD | View → |
| 10 | Thailand | 3,636,400.787 kg | 24,762,424.37 USD | View → |
Frozen Perch Export Trade Flow and Partner Country Summary
Track Frozen Perch exporter-to-importer flows by value, volume, and share to uncover high-potential export routes.
Frozen Perch Import Buyer Intelligence, Demand Signals, and Price Benchmarks
423 importer companies are mapped for Frozen Perch demand intelligence. Use Supply Chain Intelligence company profiles and analytics to prioritize buyers, distributors, and downstream demand partners by market.
Frozen Perch Top Buyers, Importers, and Demand Partners
Review leading buyer profiles and compare them against 423 total importer companies tracked for Frozen Perch. Exporters and importers can use Supply Chain Intelligence company profiles and analytics to evaluate buyer quality and demand concentration.
(Portugal)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-03-04
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Food ManufacturingFood PackagingOthers
Value Chain Roles: -
(Saudi Arabia)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-03-04
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Employee Size: Over 1000 Employees
Sales Revenue: USD Over 1B
Industries: Food WholesalersFood PackagingOthers
Value Chain Roles: -
(United Arab Emirates)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-03-04
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Employee Size: 101 - 500 Employees
Industries: Food ManufacturingShipping And Water Transport
Value Chain Roles: -
(Greece)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-03-04
Industries: Others
Value Chain Roles: -
(Israel)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-03-04
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Grocery StoresFood ManufacturingFood Wholesalers
Value Chain Roles: -
(Spain)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-03-04
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Employee Size: 101 - 500 Employees
Industries: Food Wholesalers
Value Chain Roles: -
Global Importer Coverage
423 companies
Importer company count highlights the current depth of demand-side visibility for Frozen Perch.
Use Supply Chain Intelligence analytics and company profiles to identify active Frozen Perch buyers, compare partner density by country, and refine GTM priorities.
Top Import Demand Countries for Frozen Perch (HS Code 030489) in 2024
For Frozen Perch in 2024, compare import volume and value across the top 10 demand countries to identify priority markets.
| Rank | Country | Volume | Value | Report |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | United States | 54,971,411 kg | 644,757,952 USD | View → |
| 2 | Japan | 94,267,091 kg | 537,702,709.98 USD | View → |
| 3 | Australia | 21,477,471.63 kg | 140,299,950.869 USD | View → |
| 4 | Italy | 15,976,015 kg | 129,415,648.803 USD | View → |
| 5 | Hong Kong | 14,442,858 kg | 99,617,102.195 USD | View → |
| 6 | Germany | 11,431,129.522 kg | 94,844,359.545 USD | View → |
| 7 | United Kingdom | 8,577,092 kg | 90,275,064.763 USD | View → |
| 8 | Poland | 17,793,034 kg | 88,882,994 USD | View → |
| 9 | Spain | 12,167,601.44 kg | 64,412,211.845 USD | View → |
| 10 | South Korea | 12,164,600.646 kg | 63,652,928 USD | View → |
Frozen Perch Import Trade Flow and Origin Country Summary
Analyze Frozen Perch origin-to-destination trade flows by value, volume, and share to monitor demand-side sourcing channels.
Global Wholesale Supplier Price Trends by Country for Frozen Perch
Frozen Perch Monthly Wholesale Supplier Price Summary by Country
Monthly Frozen Perch wholesale unit-price benchmarks by country for export and sourcing decisions.
In 2025-10, countries with visible Frozen Perch wholesale unit prices: Ukraine (7.03 USD / kg), Spain (6.39 USD / kg), Taiwan (1.26 USD / kg).
| Country | 2025-05 | 2025-06 | 2025-07 | 2025-08 | 2025-09 | 2025-10 | 2025-11 | 2025-12 | 2026-01 | 2026-02 | 2026-03 | 2026-04 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ukraine | 7.06 USD / kg | 7.05 USD / kg | 7.02 USD / kg | 7.08 USD / kg | 6.87 USD / kg | 7.03 USD / kg | ||||||
| Spain | 6.76 USD / kg | 6.88 USD / kg | 6.39 USD / kg | 6.41 USD / kg | 6.45 USD / kg | 6.39 USD / kg | ||||||
| South Korea | - | - | 2.92 USD / kg | - | - | - | ||||||
| Taiwan | - | - | 0.41 USD / kg | - | - | 1.26 USD / kg |
Frozen Perch Wholesale Price Competitiveness by Major Exporting Countries
Compare Frozen Perch wholesale price ranges and YoY changes across the top 4 exporting countries to benchmark supplier price competitiveness.
Latest Frozen Perch Wholesale Export Price Updates
Use the latest 5 Frozen Perch wholesale updates to validate current export price points and origin-level supplier changes.
| Date | Entry Name | Unit Price (USD) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-03-01 | Оку** *** ******* *** * ******* **** | 5.90 USD / kg | |
| 2026-03-01 | PER** ****** ****** * ******* ********* | 6.94 USD / kg | |
| 2026-03-01 | Філ* ***** *** * ******* **** | 7.48 USD / kg | |
| 2025-10-01 | 鱝(魴***** * ***** ** | 1.26 USD / kg | |
| 2025-07-01 | (선)*** ****** * **** ** | 2.92 USD / kg |
Classification
Product TypeRaw Material
Product FormFrozen
Industry PositionPrimary Fisheries Product
Raw Material
Commodity GroupFish and seafood (freshwater perch species)
PerishabilityMedium
Growing Conditions
- Freshwater environments (lakes and river systems) for capture fisheries; some supply may originate from freshwater aquaculture depending on species and region
- Product availability is influenced by basin-level ecosystem conditions, fishing effort, and fishery management controls
Main VarietiesNile perch (Lates niloticus), European perch (Perca fluviatilis), Yellow perch (Perca flavescens)
Consumption Forms
- Frozen fillets/portions for retail and foodservice
- Further processing into breaded/battered products and prepared meals
Grading Factors
- Species identification and labeling accuracy (scientific name where required)
- Fillet size/portion specification and uniformity
- Glazing and net-weight/drain-weight compliance
- Defect tolerances (bones, bruising, gaping, discoloration) and sensory quality
- Microbiological and residue compliance per destination market
- Evidence of cold-chain integrity (temperature records, freezer burn/drip loss checks)
Market
Frozen perch is traded globally mainly as frozen fillets, but the commercial name “perch” can refer to multiple freshwater species and origin regions depending on market and labeling conventions. A prominent export-oriented supply stream is Nile perch from the Lake Victoria basin (East Africa), alongside other perch species sourced from Eurasian and North American freshwater fisheries and aquaculture. Import demand is concentrated in high-income markets with established frozen whitefish consumption, where buyers prioritize consistent fillet specifications, cold-chain integrity, and regulatory compliance. Market dynamics are strongly shaped by sanitary/phytosanitary controls, traceability expectations, and sustainability concerns around freshwater fisheries management and illegal, unreported, and unregulated (IUU) fishing.
Market Growth
Major Producing Countries
- TanzaniaKey Nile perch production in the Lake Victoria basin; significant processing for export markets.
- UgandaKey Nile perch production in the Lake Victoria basin; export-oriented fillet processing.
- KenyaLake Victoria Nile perch production; participates in regional processing and trade.
- RussiaFreshwater capture fisheries for multiple species marketed as perch in some trade channels.
- United StatesFreshwater perch production exists; trade significance varies by species and product form.
- CanadaFreshwater perch production exists; trade significance varies by species and product form.
Major Exporting Countries
- TanzaniaNotable exporter of Nile perch products from the Lake Victoria fishery, including frozen fillets.
- UgandaNotable exporter of Nile perch products from the Lake Victoria fishery, including frozen fillets.
- KenyaRegional exporter of Lake Victoria Nile perch products; trade flows may include re-exports via hubs.
Major Importing Countries
- GermanyMajor European frozen fish market; imports freshwater whitefish fillets under species-specific codes.
- NetherlandsEuropean logistics and cold-chain gateway with significant seafood distribution and re-export activity.
- FranceLarge consumer market for frozen seafood; imports depend on species and presentation.
- ItalySignificant seafood consumption market; imports depend on species and presentation.
- United StatesLarge frozen seafood market; imports depend on labeling and HS classification by species and cut.
Specification
Major VarietiesNile perch (Lates niloticus), European perch (Perca fluviatilis), Yellow perch (Perca flavescens)
Physical Attributes
- Typically traded as skinless, boneless white-flesh fillets with mild flavor profile
- Quality is sensitive to dehydration/freezer burn and texture changes from temperature abuse
Compositional Metrics
- Buyer specifications commonly reference net weight after glazing, glazing percentage, and drain weight controls
- Moisture and protein-related checks may be used to manage water retention expectations in frozen fillets (methods and thresholds vary by buyer and jurisdiction)
Grades
- Commercial grading is typically buyer/specification-driven (size ranges, defect tolerances, bone/parasite criteria, sensory quality) rather than a single universal global class standard
Packaging
- Bulk poly-lined cartons for foodservice/processing channels and retail pack formats for consumer frozen aisles
- Protective packaging and glazing practices are used to reduce dehydration and oxidative quality loss during frozen storage
ProcessingCommon presentations include block frozen fillets or IQF portions, often with glazing as a surface protection step
Supply Chain
Value Chain
- Landing/harvest -> chilling -> filleting/trimming -> washing -> freezing (block or IQF) -> glazing -> packaging -> frozen storage -> reefer transport -> cold-store distribution -> retail/foodservice
Demand Drivers
- Demand for mild whitefish fillets as substitutes within the frozen seafood category
- Foodservice and retail preference for standardized portion sizes and predictable cooking performance
- Private-label and value-oriented programs seeking consistent supply and specification control
Temperature
- Frozen cold-chain continuity is critical; temperature abuse increases drip loss, texture degradation, and dehydration/freezer burn risk
- Storage and transport are typically managed at frozen conditions (commonly specified at or below -18°C by industry and regulators, depending on jurisdiction and buyer requirements)
Shelf Life
- Shelf life is primarily governed by sustained frozen temperature control, packaging barrier properties, and glaze integrity; exact best-before periods are set by processors and buyers
Risks
Fisheries Sustainability HighSupply can be disrupted by stock stress, management restrictions, or enforcement actions linked to overfishing and IUU fishing in freshwater perch fisheries (notably export-oriented Nile perch supply chains). Sustainability concerns can also trigger buyer delisting or stricter sourcing requirements, tightening eligible supply.Prioritize full traceability to approved landing sites and processors, require legality documentation, and align procurement with credible fishery improvement or certification pathways where applicable.
Regulatory Compliance HighFrozen fish trade is highly exposed to sanitary/phytosanitary controls (official controls, residue and microbiological criteria, labeling rules, and facility approval lists). Non-compliance can result in shipment holds, rejections, or temporary market access constraints for affected origins or establishments.Use pre-shipment verification programs, maintain approved-establishment sourcing lists, and align product specs and labeling to destination-market requirements.
Species And Labeling Integrity MediumThe common name “perch” can cover multiple species, creating elevated risk of mislabeling, substitution, and HS misclassification, which can trigger enforcement actions and reputational damage.Require scientific name on commercial documents, implement DNA/species-ID verification for higher-risk lots, and tighten supplier controls on labeling and traceability.
Cold Chain Logistics MediumFrozen fillets are vulnerable to quality loss if cold-chain continuity is broken during storage, transshipment, or inland distribution (power outages, reefer failures, port delays), leading to claims and higher waste.Specify temperature recording, enforce strict receiver QC (core temperature, glaze integrity), and use validated packaging and contingency cold-storage plans.
Climate MediumFreshwater fisheries are sensitive to climate variability affecting lake stratification, storm patterns, and ecosystem productivity, which can alter catch rates and processing throughput in key supply basins.Diversify sourcing across origins/species where feasible and monitor basin-specific fishery management announcements and environmental indicators.
Sustainability
- Freshwater fisheries sustainability risk, including IUU fishing and weak enforcement capacity in some source regions
- Ecosystem and biodiversity impacts where Nile perch is linked to historical ecological controversy in Lake Victoria, alongside ongoing lake environmental pressures
- Traceability and chain-of-custody expectations from retailers and regulators (species identification, origin, legality) increasing compliance burden
- Environmental contamination concerns in some freshwater systems (industrial/agricultural runoff) raising monitoring and residue-testing expectations
Labor & Social
- Worker health and safety risks in filleting and cold-storage operations (cuts, cold exposure, repetitive strain), with variable enforcement across jurisdictions
- Small-scale fisher livelihoods and informal labor dynamics in some freshwater supply chains, increasing social-audit complexity
- Risk of labor non-compliance in complex multi-tier supply chains where subcontracting and aggregation are common
FAQ
Does “frozen perch” always refer to the same fish species in international trade?No. “Perch” is a common name that can refer to multiple freshwater species, so trade classification and labeling may vary by destination market and supplier. Using scientific names and traceability documentation helps reduce mislabeling risk.
What is the biggest global risk to frozen perch supply chains?The most critical risk is fisheries sustainability and IUU fishing exposure in some freshwater perch supply chains (including export-oriented Nile perch). This can disrupt supply through management restrictions, enforcement actions, or buyer sourcing requirements.
Which compliance themes most often shape market access for frozen perch fillets?Sanitary and labeling compliance are central: official controls for fish products, residue and microbiological expectations, approved-establishment sourcing, and correct species/origin labeling. These requirements are commonly managed through destination-market SPS frameworks and buyer verification programs.
Sources
Frozen Perch Country Coverage for Suppliers, Export Flows, and Prices
Explore country-level Frozen Perch market pages for supplier coverage, trade flows, and price benchmarks.
All country market pages: China, United States, Vietnam, Japan, Russia, Peru, Poland, Germany, Italy, Latvia, Costa Rica, Spain, Finland, Sweden, Netherlands, Ukraine, France, Tanzania, Canada, Ivory Coast, Bulgaria, Indonesia, India, Lithuania, Estonia, Thailand, Uganda, Norway, Portugal, Denmark, Austria, Turkiye, Argentina, Czechia, Saudi Arabia, Myanmar [Burma], Mauritius, Morocco, Mexico, New Zealand, Slovakia, Colombia, Croatia, South Korea, Kazakhstan, Azerbaijan, Senegal, Liechtenstein, Brazil, Hong Kong, Iceland, United Kingdom, Malaysia, Australia, Oman, Bolivia, Pakistan, Egypt, Singapore, Ecuador, Hungary, Uruguay, Switzerland, Qatar, South Africa, Romania, Jamaica, United Arab Emirates, Greece, Nicaragua, Panama, Gabon, Ireland, Israel, Malta, Dominican Republic, Jordan, Belgium, Andorra, Albania, Armenia, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Barbados, Burkina Faso, Bahrain, Burundi, Bermuda, Brunei, Bahamas, Botswana, Belize, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Chile, Cuba, Cyprus, Ethiopia, Fiji, Guadeloupe, Guatemala, Honduras, Iran, Kenya, Kyrgyzstan, Cambodia, Kuwait, Sri Lanka, Lesotho, Luxembourg, Moldova, Montenegro, Madagascar, Macedonia, Macao, Martinique, Maldives, Malawi, Mozambique, Namibia, Niger, Nigeria, Philippines, Serbia, Slovenia, South Sudan, El Salvador, Swaziland, Togo, Tunisia, Taiwan, Uzbekistan, Zambia, Zimbabwe
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