Key takeaways for search and sourcing teams
- Fresh Barracuda market coverage spans 120 countries.
- 76 exporter companies and 93 importer companies are indexed in the global supply chain intelligence network for this product.
- 707 supplier-linked transactions are summarized across the top 11 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 Barracuda
Analyze 707 supplier-linked transactions across the top 11 countries, with monthly unit-price benchmarks to track export competitiveness and sourcing risk for Fresh Barracuda.
Fresh Barracuda Country YoY Change in Supplier Transactions and Export Momentum
Compare positive and negative YoY shifts in Fresh Barracuda to identify accelerating supplier markets and weakening export corridors.
Top YoY shifts for Fresh Barracuda: Ecuador (-83.5%), Mexico (+56.8%), Peru (+41.0%).
Fresh Barracuda Country-Level Supplier Transaction and Unit Price Summary
As of 2025-05, benchmark Fresh Barracuda country transaction counts with monthly unit price and volume to prioritize supplier and export markets.
In 2025-10, countries with visible Fresh Barracuda transaction unit prices: Japan (35.82 USD / kg), Mexico (22.97 USD / kg), India (5.54 USD / kg), Ecuador (0.20 USD / kg).
| 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| India | -32.3% | 179 | 5.51 USD / kg (81.82 kg) | 6.22 USD / kg (733 kg) | 5.82 USD / kg (1,013 kg) | 4.56 USD / kg (911 kg) | 5.95 USD / kg (1,905.5 kg) | 5.54 USD / kg (315.45 kg) | ||||||
| Japan | +7.8% | 272 | 29.13 USD / kg (34.63 kg) | 29.07 USD / kg (60.04 kg) | 30.65 USD / kg (42.05 kg) | 30.26 USD / kg (51.31 kg) | 32.79 USD / kg (91.53 kg) | 35.82 USD / kg (82.24 kg) | ||||||
| Mexico | +56.8% | 161 | 30.00 USD / kg (901.12 kg) | 30.00 USD / kg (806.72 kg) | 30.00 USD / kg (1,296.53 kg) | 30.00 USD / kg (1,811.75 kg) | 30.00 USD / kg (4,014.76 kg) | 22.97 USD / kg (1,575.4 kg) | ||||||
| Ecuador | -83.5% | 66 | 0.15 USD / kg (11,300 kg) | - (-) | 0.19 USD / kg (8,750 kg) | 0.20 USD / kg (550 kg) | 0.20 USD / kg (2,802 kg) | 0.20 USD / kg (6,328 kg) | ||||||
| Peru | +41.0% | 13 | 4.34 USD / kg (28.53 kg) | 6.58 USD / kg (8.51 kg) | - (-) | 17.61 USD / kg (1.42 kg) | - (-) | - (-) | ||||||
| United States | - | 6 | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | ||||||
| United Arab Emirates | - | 1 | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | 0.71 USD / kg (2,500 kg) | - (-) | ||||||
| Colombia | - | 5 | 2.46 USD / kg (14,351.78 kg) | 2.45 USD / kg (4,320 kg) | 2.45 USD / kg (14,400 kg) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | ||||||
| Pakistan | -1.4% | 2 | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | ||||||
| Vietnam | - | 1 | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) |
Fresh Barracuda Global Supply Chain Coverage
169 companies
76 exporters and 93 importers are mapped for Fresh Barracuda.
Exporters and importers can use Tridge Supply Chain Intelligence company profiles and analytics to identify counterparties for Fresh Barracuda, benchmark reach, and prioritize outreach by market.
Fresh Barracuda Export Supplier Intelligence, Trade Flows, and Price Signals
76 exporter companies are mapped in Tridge Supply Chain Intelligence for Fresh Barracuda. Exporters and importers can use company profiles and analytics to evaluate supplier coverage, trading activity, and route opportunities.
Fresh Barracuda Top Exporters and Supplier Profiles
Review leading exporter profiles while benchmarking against 76 total exporter companies in the Fresh Barracuda supply chain intelligence network. Exporters and importers can unlock company profiles and analytics to qualify partners faster.
(Indonesia)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-03-16
Industries: Fishing AquacultureFood Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: TradeDistribution / Wholesale
Exporting Countries: Singapore, Malaysia, Japan, China, Hong Kong, United States
Supplying Products: Fresh Barracuda, Frozen Common Shrimp and Prawn, Fresh Snapper +5
(India)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-03-16
Recently Export Partner Companies: 1
Employee Size: 1 - 10 Employees
Industries: Food ManufacturingFishing Aquaculture
Value Chain Roles: Trade
Exporting Countries: Taiwan, Kuwait, United Arab Emirates
Supplying Products: Fresh Barracuda, Fresh Grouper, Fresh Pomfrets +5
(Pakistan)
Latest Export Transaction: 2025-05-01
Recently Export Partner Companies: 1
Employee Size: 11 - 50 Employees
Industries: Food ManufacturingFishing AquacultureFood Wholesalers
Value Chain Roles: Distribution / WholesaleFarming / Production / Processing / PackingTrade
Exporting Countries: Canada, United Arab Emirates
Supplying Products: Fresh Barracuda, Fresh Marlin, Fresh Amberjack +5
(Turkiye)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-03-16
Recently Export Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Food WholesalersOthers
Value Chain Roles: TradeDistribution / Wholesale
Exporting Countries: Iraq, Syria
Supplying Products: Fresh Barracuda, Fresh Tilapia, Fresh Gurnard
(India)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-03-16
Recently Export Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Fishing AquacultureOthers
Value Chain Roles: Trade
(Thailand)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-03-16
Industries: Others
Value Chain Roles: Logistics
Exporting Countries: United States
Supplying Products: Dried Barracuda, Fresh Barracuda, Frozen Barracuda +2
Fresh Barracuda Global Exporter Coverage
76 companies
Exporter company count is a key signal for Fresh Barracuda supply depth and sourcing optionality.
Use Supply Chain Intelligence analytics to narrow Fresh Barracuda opportunities by country, product, and value-chain role, then open company profiles to validate fit.
Top Exporting Countries for Fresh Barracuda (HS Code 030289) in 2024
For Fresh Barracuda in 2024, compare export volume and value across the top 10 supplier countries to map core supply structure.
| Rank | Country | Volume | Value | Report |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Netherlands | 14,879,130.305 kg | 183,232,910.625 USD | View → |
| 2 | Myanmar [Burma] | 70,511,170.7 kg | 112,689,111.526 USD | View → |
| 3 | Mexico | 6,296,518 kg | 65,876,892 USD | View → |
| 4 | Denmark | 7,047,689.192 kg | 61,417,761.2 USD | View → |
| 5 | Japan | 2,914,386 kg | 49,981,367.063 USD | View → |
| 6 | United Kingdom | 4,452,934.776 kg | 45,419,415.549 USD | View → |
| 7 | Spain | 5,438,942.22 kg | 43,121,402.35 USD | View → |
| 8 | Panama | 11,067,118 kg | 41,645,777 USD | View → |
| 9 | Iceland | 16,321,624 kg | 38,423,442.879 USD | View → |
| 10 | Brazil | 5,188,897 kg | 35,487,772 USD | View → |
Fresh Barracuda Export Trade Flow and Partner Country Summary
Track Fresh Barracuda exporter-to-importer flows by value, volume, and share to uncover high-potential export routes.
Fresh Barracuda Import Buyer Intelligence, Demand Signals, and Price Benchmarks
93 importer companies are mapped for Fresh Barracuda demand intelligence. Use Supply Chain Intelligence company profiles and analytics to prioritize buyers, distributors, and downstream demand partners by market.
Fresh Barracuda Top Buyers, Importers, and Demand Partners
Review leading buyer profiles and compare them against 93 total importer companies tracked for Fresh Barracuda. Exporters and importers can use Supply Chain Intelligence company profiles and analytics to evaluate buyer quality and demand concentration.
(Canada)
Latest Import Transaction: 2025-05-01
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Employee Size: 1 - 10 Employees
Sales Revenue: USD 1M - 5M
Industries: Others
Value Chain Roles: -
(South Africa)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-03-16
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Employee Size: 11 - 50 Employees
Industries: Others
Value Chain Roles: -
(Taiwan)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-03-16
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Others
Value Chain Roles: -
(Namibia)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-03-16
Industries: Food PackagingBeverage ManufacturingFishing AquacultureFood Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: -
(United States)
Latest Import Transaction: 2025-10-27
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Industries: OthersFood WholesalersFood Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: -
(Ireland)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-03-16
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Employee Size: 1 - 10 Employees
Industries: Food Wholesalers
Value Chain Roles: -
Global Importer Coverage
93 companies
Importer company count highlights the current depth of demand-side visibility for Fresh Barracuda.
Use Supply Chain Intelligence analytics and company profiles to identify active Fresh Barracuda buyers, compare partner density by country, and refine GTM priorities.
Top Import Demand Countries for Fresh Barracuda (HS Code 030289) in 2024
For Fresh Barracuda 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 | 35,837,034 kg | 405,032,511 USD | View → |
| 2 | Hong Kong | 25,130,787 kg | 211,133,189.327 USD | View → |
| 3 | Spain | 21,198,914.05 kg | 154,092,309.772 USD | View → |
| 4 | Italy | 15,075,253 kg | 153,191,423.64 USD | View → |
| 5 | Malaysia | 70,457,748.492 kg | 119,451,955.502 USD | View → |
| 6 | Thailand | 152,731,339 kg | 107,918,265.72 USD | View → |
| 7 | Portugal | 6,002,170 kg | 42,352,007.172 USD | View → |
| 8 | Netherlands | 7,762,375.903 kg | 40,793,087.067 USD | View → |
| 9 | Canada | 4,690,696 kg | 37,140,877.524 USD | View → |
| 10 | Denmark | 7,867,834 kg | 36,566,845.5 USD | View → |
Fresh Barracuda Import Trade Flow and Origin Country Summary
Analyze Fresh Barracuda 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 Barracuda
Fresh Barracuda Monthly Wholesale Supplier Price Summary by Country
Monthly Fresh Barracuda wholesale unit-price benchmarks by country for export and sourcing decisions.
In 2025-10, countries with visible Fresh Barracuda wholesale unit prices: South Korea (26.86 USD / kg), Japan (11.13 USD / kg), Egypt (5.26 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Japan | 10.83 USD / kg | 9.53 USD / kg | 11.11 USD / kg | 10.87 USD / kg | 10.63 USD / kg | 11.13 USD / kg | ||||||
| Egypt | 4.97 USD / kg | 5.01 USD / kg | 5.08 USD / kg | 5.15 USD / kg | 5.19 USD / kg | 5.26 USD / kg | ||||||
| South Korea | 28.90 USD / kg | 28.47 USD / kg | 28.81 USD / kg | 28.36 USD / kg | 27.16 USD / kg | 26.86 USD / kg |
Fresh Barracuda Wholesale Price Competitiveness by Major Exporting Countries
Compare Fresh Barracuda wholesale price ranges and YoY changes across the top 3 exporting countries to benchmark supplier price competitiveness.
Latest Fresh Barracuda Wholesale Export Price Updates
Use the latest 5 Fresh Barracuda wholesale updates to validate current export price points and origin-level supplier changes.
| Date | Entry Name | Unit Price (USD) | |
|---|---|---|---|
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| 2026-04-01 | かます * *** ** **** *** *** ** | 11.42 USD / kg | |
| 2026-02-01 | 바리 ***** * *** *** ** ***** ** | 258.76 USD / kg | |
| 2026-02-01 | 바리 ***** * *** *** *** ***** ** | 155.30 USD / kg | |
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Classification
Product TypeRaw Material
Product FormFresh
Industry PositionPrimary Seafood Product
Raw Material
Commodity GroupMarine finfish (capture fisheries)
Scientific NameSphyraena spp.
PerishabilityHigh
Growing Conditions
- Tropical to subtropical marine waters; commonly associated with coastal and reef-adjacent habitats depending on species
Main VarietiesBarracuda (Sphyraena species complex)
Consumption Forms
- Fresh/chilled whole fish (regional markets)
- Fresh/chilled fillets or loins (foodservice/retail where accepted)
- Frozen fillets/portions (export-oriented forms in longer supply chains)
Grading Factors
- Freshness (odor, flesh firmness, gill and eye condition)
- Time/temperature history (icing and cold-chain continuity)
- Size and yield (whole weight; fillet/loin recovery)
- Physical defects (bruising, dehydration, belly burn, handling damage)
- Species and catch-area documentation for food-safety and compliance screening
Market
Fresh barracuda refers to several Sphyraena species traded primarily as a locally landed coastal fish, with international flows often recorded under broad HS categories rather than a barracuda-specific line. Supply is therefore more regional than globalized compared with major whitefish and tuna species, and availability is closely tied to small-scale and nearshore capture fisheries in tropical and subtropical waters. Buyer specifications typically prioritize freshness, cold-chain integrity, and basic size/trim requirements, while food-safety risk management is unusually prominent because barracuda is widely associated with ciguatera poisoning in some reef-linked harvest areas. Trade dynamics are shaped less by large industrial aquaculture expansion and more by fisheries management, traceability expectations, and destination-market food safety controls.
Specification
Major VarietiesGreat barracuda (Sphyraena barracuda), Pickhandle barracuda (Sphyraena jello), Pacific barracuda (Sphyraena argentea)
Physical Attributes
- Elongated, muscular predatory fish typically marketed whole or as boneless fillets/loins depending on destination preference
- Quality is highly sensitive to time/temperature after capture; visible dehydration, soft texture, and off-odors are common rejection drivers in mishandled lots
Packaging
- Fresh/chilled: insulated boxes with ice or gel packs and drain management to maintain near-ice temperatures and prevent waterlogging
- Frozen: poly-lined cartons or vacuum-packed retail/foodservice packs; common handling expectation is storage at or below -18°C
ProcessingOften filleted and skinned for value addition; strict hygiene and rapid chilling are critical due to high spoilage sensitivity typical of fresh fish
Supply Chain
Value Chain
- Capture (coastal fisheries) -> onboard icing/chilling -> landing and first sale -> washing/grading -> filleting/portioning (optional) -> chilled distribution or freezing -> wholesale/retail/foodservice
Demand Drivers
- Local and regional demand for firm-fleshed coastal fish in fresh markets and foodservice where barracuda is culturally familiar
- Convenience demand for boneless fillets/portions in markets that accept barracuda with clear food-safety controls
Temperature
- Fresh/chilled fish handling commonly targets near 0°C (ice temperature) from capture through distribution; temperature abuse quickly reduces shelf life and increases spoilage risk
- Frozen product is commonly handled at or below -18°C to maintain quality and limit degradation during storage and transport
Shelf Life
- Fresh/chilled shelf life is short and highly dependent on rapid icing/chilling and continuous cold chain; buyers typically treat time/temperature control as the primary freshness safeguard
- Frozen shelf life is materially longer than fresh, but quality is sensitive to freezer temperature stability and dehydration (freezer burn) if packaging is inadequate
Risks
Food Safety HighBarracuda is widely associated with ciguatera fish poisoning in some tropical and subtropical reef-linked harvest areas; the hazard can trigger import alerts, buyer refusals, and consumer-health incidents that rapidly shut down market access for affected origins or suppliers.Implement harvest-area and species/size risk screening with suppliers, maintain documented traceability to catch area, and align with destination-market guidance and controls for ciguatera-prone reef fish.
Chemical Contaminants MediumAs a predatory fish, barracuda can bioaccumulate mercury at levels of concern for sensitive consumer groups, creating labeling/advisory and buyer-spec risk in certain markets.Use risk-based monitoring and documented supplier controls; follow destination-market advisory frameworks for high-mercury species and communicate appropriate consumption guidance where required.
Regulatory Compliance MediumBecause barracuda may be traded under broad customs categories and through diverse landing points, documentation gaps (species ID, catch area, legality) can elevate detention/refusal risk under seafood traceability and IUU-control regimes.Strengthen species identification, catch documentation, and chain-of-custody records; align shipments with relevant IUU control measures and importer traceability requirements.
Cold Chain MediumFresh barracuda is highly perishable; breaks in icing/chilling, poor sanitation, or delayed landing/processing can quickly cause spoilage and loss of saleable yield, especially in long-distance airfreight chains.Use rapid post-capture chilling, validated time/temperature controls, and hygiene-focused handling consistent with Codex guidance for fish and fishery products.
Sustainability
- IUU fishing exposure in some coastal capture-fish supply chains, increasing compliance and reputational risk where traceability is weak
- Localized ecosystem pressure risk in reef-adjacent fisheries if effort is unmanaged, with potential for tightening harvest controls that disrupt supply
Labor & Social
- Vessel-based labor conditions and recruitment transparency risks in parts of the global capture-fisheries sector; buyer due diligence expectations may extend to smaller fisheries as traceability requirements tighten
FAQ
Why is barracuda considered a higher food-safety risk fish in some markets?Because public-health agencies such as the U.S. CDC highlight barracuda as a species commonly linked to ciguatera fish poisoning in certain tropical and subtropical reef-associated catch areas. This means buyers often require stronger traceability to catch area and more conservative sourcing controls than for many other finfish.
Why is it hard to find clean global import/export statistics specifically labeled as “barracuda”?Global trade datasets like UN Comtrade and ITC Trade Map are usually organized by HS customs codes, and barracuda is often grouped into broader “other fish” categories rather than a dedicated product line. As a result, country rankings and trade volumes are frequently not directly attributable to barracuda alone without additional national-level detail.
What handling practices matter most for fresh barracuda trade quality?Cold-chain control and hygiene are the main determinants: rapid icing/chilling after capture and continuous near-ice temperature handling are central themes in Codex guidance for fish and fishery products. In practice, buyers focus on time/temperature control, clean handling, and traceable lot identity from landing through distribution.
Sources
Fresh Barracuda Country Coverage for Suppliers, Export Flows, and Prices
Explore country-level Fresh Barracuda market pages for supplier coverage, trade flows, and price benchmarks.
China
India
United States
Canada
Japan
Thailand
Greece
Vietnam
United Arab Emirates
Mexico
Panama
United Kingdom
All country market pages: China, India, United States, Canada, Japan, Thailand, Greece, Vietnam, United Arab Emirates, Mexico, Panama, United Kingdom, Malta, Switzerland, Italy, Nicaragua, Croatia, Peru, Myanmar [Burma], Portugal, Spain, Indonesia, Hong Kong, Norway, Netherlands, France, Ecuador, Malaysia, Iceland, South Korea, Egypt, Denmark, Singapore, Australia, Kuwait, Turkiye, Senegal, Colombia, Pakistan, Costa Rica, Macao, Germany, Morocco, Austria, Brazil, Belgium, Sweden, Jordan, Ireland, Oman, Israel, New Zealand, Brunei, Cyprus, Lithuania, Guatemala, Romania, Tunisia, Mauritius, Bahrain, Sri Lanka, Jamaica, Saudi Arabia, South Africa, Luxembourg, El Salvador, Andorra, Bulgaria, Azerbaijan, Albania, Armenia, Argentina, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Barbados, Burkina Faso, Burundi, Bermuda, Bahamas, Botswana, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Ivory Coast, Chile, Czechia, Dominican Republic, Estonia, Ethiopia, Finland, Fiji, Gabon, Honduras, Hungary, Iran, Kenya, Cambodia, Kazakhstan, Liberia, Lesotho, Latvia, Moldova, Montenegro, Madagascar, Macedonia, Maldives, Mozambique, Namibia, Niger, Nepal, Philippines, Poland, Qatar, Serbia, Slovenia, Slovakia, Togo, Ukraine, Uganda, Uruguay, Uzbekistan, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, Zambia
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