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Frozen Grouper Market Overview 2026

Raw Materials
HS Code
030389
Last Updated
2026-03-30
Key takeaways for search and sourcing teams
  • Frozen Grouper market coverage spans 138 countries.
  • 354 exporter companies and 480 importer companies are indexed in the global supply chain intelligence network for this product.
  • 3,438 supplier-linked transactions are summarized across the top 18 countries.
  • 2 premium suppliers and 1 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 2026-03-30.

Global Supplier Transactions, Export Activity, and Price Benchmarks for Frozen Grouper

Analyze 3,438 supplier-linked transactions across the top 18 countries, with monthly unit-price benchmarks to track export competitiveness and sourcing risk for Frozen Grouper.

Frozen Grouper Country YoY Change in Supplier Transactions and Export Momentum

Compare positive and negative YoY shifts in Frozen Grouper to identify accelerating supplier markets and weakening export corridors.
Top YoY shifts for Frozen Grouper: Singapore (+555.7%), Indonesia (+67.6%), Mexico (+37.4%).

Frozen Grouper Country-Level Supplier Transaction and Unit Price Summary

As of 2025-05, benchmark Frozen Grouper country transaction counts with monthly unit price and volume to prioritize supplier and export markets.
In 2025-10, countries with visible Frozen Grouper transaction unit prices: Mexico (24.18 USD / kg), Singapore (10.02 USD / kg), Ecuador (10.00 USD / kg), Morocco (9.46 USD / kg), Indonesia (9.37 USD / kg), 6 more countries.
CountryYoY ChangeTransaction Count2025-052025-062025-072025-082025-092025-102025-112025-122026-012026-022026-032026-04
India-4.7%1,2817.20 USD / kg (362,014.512 kg)6.03 USD / kg (237,304.466 kg)7.51 USD / kg (195,056.46 kg)4.79 USD / kg (96,187.24 kg)1.76 USD / kg (277,910 kg)2.20 USD / kg (1,083,025.199 kg)
Vietnam+14.7%1,1286.62 USD / kg (468,839.644 kg)5.89 USD / kg (275,388.416 kg)5.31 USD / kg (118,053.317 kg)6.86 USD / kg (571,590.58 kg)6.99 USD / kg (634,850.59 kg)8.54 USD / kg (335,123.105 kg)
Mexico+37.4%7039.91 USD / kg (25,291.88 kg)9.75 USD / kg (21,014.53 kg)10.70 USD / kg (33,711.74 kg)21.87 USD / kg (57,282.76 kg)19.93 USD / kg (187,176.28 kg)24.18 USD / kg (67,764.84 kg)
Pakistan+37.1%1353.81 USD / kg (55,142 kg)2.61 USD / kg (32,050 kg)2.88 USD / kg (43,325 kg)2.87 USD / kg (26,185 kg)3.14 USD / kg (4,400 kg)2.22 USD / kg (73,427 kg)
Philippines+0.2%613.39 USD / kg (28,298 kg)6.06 USD / kg (21,260 kg)3.69 USD / kg (10,715 kg)5.41 USD / kg (35,550 kg)5.47 USD / kg (163,039.87 kg)4.55 USD / kg (16,495 kg)
Indonesia+67.6%37- (-)- (-)- (-)- (-)6.47 USD / kg (98,548 kg)9.37 USD / kg (117,383 kg)
Nicaragua-6- (-)- (-)- (-)- (-)- (-)8.04 USD / kg (-)
United Arab Emirates-4- (-)- (-)- (-)- (-)- (-)8.80 USD / kg (46,950 kg)
Morocco-4- (-)- (-)- (-)- (-)- (-)9.46 USD / kg (46,962 kg)
Malaysia-3- (-)- (-)47.50 USD / kg (381.72 kg)- (-)- (-)- (-)
Frozen Grouper Global Supply Chain Coverage
834 companies
354 exporters and 480 importers are mapped for Frozen Grouper.
Exporters and importers can use Tridge Supply Chain Intelligence company profiles and analytics to identify counterparties for Frozen Grouper, benchmark reach, and prioritize outreach by market.

Frozen Grouper Export Supplier Intelligence, Trade Flows, and Price Signals

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

Frozen Grouper Verified Export Suppliers and Premium Partners

2 premium Frozen Grouper suppliers include country, industry, and contactability signals to prioritize credible export partners faster.
Viet Sea Fish Co., Ltd.
Vietnam
Fishing AquacultureFood ManufacturingFood Packaging
The Source of International Quality logo
The Source of International Quality
Oman
ContactCatalog
Fishing AquacultureFood ManufacturingFood WholesalersOthers
Become a Premium Supplier to join the Tridge Supply Chain Network and advance your marketing and export channel strategy.

Frozen Grouper Global Supplier Catalog Offers and Export Pricing Opportunities

Compare 1 Frozen Grouper supplier listings by origin, Incoterms, minimum volume, and offer price to identify export-ready sourcing opportunities.
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Frozen Grouper fish
Origin Country: Oman
Incoterms: EXW, FOB, CFR, CIF
Min Volume: 27000 KG
Negotiable

Frozen Grouper Top Exporters and Supplier Profiles

Review leading exporter profiles while benchmarking against 354 total exporter companies in the Frozen Grouper supply chain intelligence network. Exporters and importers can unlock company profiles and analytics to qualify partners faster.
(Pakistan)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-02-02
Recently Export Partner Companies: 1
Employee Size: 51 - 100 Employees
Industries: Fishing AquacultureBrokers And Trade AgenciesFood ManufacturingFood Packaging
Value Chain Roles: TradeFarming / Production / Processing / Packing
(United Arab Emirates)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-02-28
Industries: Food Wholesalers
Value Chain Roles: TradeDistribution / Wholesale
(Yemen)
Latest Export Transaction: 2025-12-23
Recently Export Partner Companies: 1
Employee Size: Over 1000 Employees
Industries: Others
Value Chain Roles: TradeFood Manufacturing
(Vietnam)
Latest Export Transaction: 2025-12-21
Recently Export Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Food Wholesalers
Value Chain Roles: TradeDistribution / Wholesale
(Philippines)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-01-29
Recently Export Partner Companies: 3
Industries: Fishing AquacultureOthersBrokers And Trade AgenciesFood Packaging
Value Chain Roles: TradeLogisticsDistribution / Wholesale
(United States)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-02-28
Industries: Others
Value Chain Roles: Trade
Exporting Countries: United States
Supplying Products: Frozen Grouper, Frozen Grouper Fillet
Frozen Grouper Global Exporter Coverage
354 companies
Exporter company count is a key signal for Frozen Grouper supply depth and sourcing optionality.
Use Supply Chain Intelligence analytics to narrow Frozen Grouper opportunities by country, product, and value-chain role, then open company profiles to validate fit.

Top Exporting Countries for Frozen Grouper (HS Code 030389) in 2024

For Frozen Grouper in 2024, compare export volume and value across the top 10 supplier countries to map core supply structure.
RankCountryVolumeValueReport
1United States115,006,805 kg382,349,549 USDView →
2India173,345,432 kg330,564,447.292 USDView →
3Myanmar [Burma]154,646,260.03 kg200,767,068.819 USDView →
4Brazil26,762,983 kg110,596,675 USDView →
5New Zealand33,064,706 kg90,204,759.515 USDView →
6Norway41,542,689 kg90,086,717.208 USDView →
7Netherlands17,915,096.751 kg82,157,339.809 USDView →
8Hong Kong16,394,779 kg81,629,596.898 USDView →
9Pakistan41,894,571 kg75,182,782.237 USDView →
10South Korea31,315,994.311 kg70,191,790 USDView →

Frozen Grouper Export Trade Flow and Partner Country Summary

Track Frozen Grouper exporter-to-importer flows by value, volume, and share to uncover high-potential export routes.

Frozen Grouper Import Buyer Intelligence, Demand Signals, and Price Benchmarks

480 importer companies are mapped for Frozen Grouper demand intelligence. Use Supply Chain Intelligence company profiles and analytics to prioritize buyers, distributors, and downstream demand partners by market.

Frozen Grouper Top Buyers, Importers, and Demand Partners

Review leading buyer profiles and compare them against 480 total importer companies tracked for Frozen Grouper. Exporters and importers can use Supply Chain Intelligence company profiles and analytics to evaluate buyer quality and demand concentration.
(Taiwan)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-02-28
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Food Wholesalers
Value Chain Roles: -
(Vietnam)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-01-22
Recently Import Partner Companies: 2
Industries: Fishing AquacultureBeverage ManufacturingFood Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: -
(Hong Kong)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-02-28
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Food Wholesalers
Value Chain Roles: -
(Vietnam)
Latest Import Transaction: 2025-12-16
Recently Import Partner Companies: 3
Employee Size: 51 - 100 Employees
Industries: Food PackagingFishing AquacultureFood Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: -
(Taiwan)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-02-28
Industries: OthersFood Wholesalers
Value Chain Roles: -
(United States)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-01-16
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Employee Size: 1 - 10 Employees
Industries: Food Wholesalers
Value Chain Roles: -
Global Importer Coverage
480 companies
Importer company count highlights the current depth of demand-side visibility for Frozen Grouper.
Use Supply Chain Intelligence analytics and company profiles to identify active Frozen Grouper buyers, compare partner density by country, and refine GTM priorities.

Top Import Demand Countries for Frozen Grouper (HS Code 030389) in 2024

For Frozen Grouper in 2024, compare import volume and value across the top 10 demand countries to identify priority markets.
RankCountryVolumeValueReport
1South Korea141,067,403.523 kg391,147,081 USDView →
2United States76,029,831 kg340,197,129 USDView →
3Japan77,827,023 kg280,033,275.343 USDView →
4Spain42,736,109.63 kg124,383,332.984 USDView →
5Hong Kong20,926,342 kg104,062,924.764 USDView →
6Malaysia35,410,196.77 kg84,474,325.053 USDView →
7Italy11,365,387 kg60,863,965.592 USDView →
8Portugal14,904,647 kg55,687,871.781 USDView →
9United Kingdom12,041,041 kg55,460,643.291 USDView →
10Thailand37,849,216 kg53,155,946.83 USDView →

Frozen Grouper Import Trade Flow and Origin Country Summary

Analyze Frozen Grouper 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 Grouper

Frozen Grouper Monthly Wholesale Supplier Price Summary by Country

Monthly Frozen Grouper wholesale unit-price benchmarks by country for export and sourcing decisions.
In 2025-10, countries with visible Frozen Grouper wholesale unit prices: Taiwan (2.38 USD / kg).
Country2025-052025-062025-072025-082025-092025-102025-112025-122026-012026-022026-032026-04
Taiwan3.21 USD / kg2.86 USD / kg2.49 USD / kg2.48 USD / kg2.27 USD / kg2.38 USD / kg

Frozen Grouper Wholesale Price Competitiveness by Major Exporting Countries

Compare Frozen Grouper wholesale price ranges and YoY changes across the top 1 exporting countries to benchmark supplier price competitiveness.
RankCountryAverageLowerUpperYoYReport
1Taiwan2.79 USD / kg1.48 USD / kg4.23 USD / kg+7.3%View →

Latest Frozen Grouper Wholesale Export Price Updates

Use the latest 5 Frozen Grouper wholesale updates to validate current export price points and origin-level supplier changes.
DateEntry NameUnit Price (USD) 
2026-03-01油魽凍 * ***** **3.16 USD / kg
2026-03-01油魽凍 * ***** **2.66 USD / kg
2026-03-01石斑魚*** * ***** **2.95 USD / kg
2025-12-01石斑魚*** * ***** **3.46 USD / kg
2025-12-01石斑魚*** * ***** **1.58 USD / kg

Classification

Product TypeRaw Material
Product FormFrozen
Industry PositionPrimary Agricultural Product

Raw Material

Commodity GroupMarine finfish (reef/demersal fish)
Scientific NameEpinephelus spp.; Mycteroperca spp. (family Serranidae) and related marketed grouper species
PerishabilityHigh
Growing Conditions
  • Wild capture: tropical and subtropical reef-associated habitats; supply depends on fishery access and management measures
  • Aquaculture: warm coastal marine waters; commonly cage-cultured with high-protein feed inputs; harvest scheduling can be more controllable than wild capture
Main VarietiesOrange-spotted grouper (Epinephelus coioides), Tiger grouper (Epinephelus fuscoguttatus), Giant grouper (Epinephelus lanceolatus), Humpback grouper (Cromileptes altivelis), Mixed groupers marketed as 'grouper' (species varies by origin and buyer spec)
Consumption Forms
  • Frozen fillets and portions (foodservice and retail)
  • Frozen headed-and-gutted whole fish (market-dependent)
  • Frozen steaks/cuts for grilling and pan-frying applications
Grading Factors
  • Species identity and scientific-name documentation
  • Size/weight band (whole fish) or portion specifications (fillets)
  • Defect limits (gaping, bruising, discoloration), bones/skin trim standards
  • Glaze percentage and net weight compliance (frozen items)
  • Cold-chain integrity indicators (evidence of thaw/refreeze, dehydration/freezer burn)

Market

Frozen grouper is a globally traded reef-fish category supplied by a mix of tropical wild-capture fisheries and expanding marine aquaculture, with production and processing concentrated in East and Southeast Asia. International trade is shaped by species availability (multiple Epinephelus/Mycteroperca groupers sold under a common market name), stringent cold-chain requirements, and heightened buyer scrutiny of traceability due to IUU-fishing risk. Demand is strongest in East Asian seafood channels and in premium foodservice/retail segments in North America and parts of Europe, with trade flows also influenced by re-export hubs. Food-safety and reputational risk are unusually salient for grouper relative to many whitefish categories because ciguatera toxin can occur in larger reef predators and is not destroyed by cooking or freezing.
Market GrowthMixedpremium-demand pull in some import markets alongside supply constraints and compliance-driven friction
Major Producing Countries
  • ChinaMajor producer via marine aquaculture and processing capacity; multiple grouper species and hybrids farmed and traded.
  • IndonesiaSignificant tropical wild-capture and aquaculture supply; regional processing for frozen formats.
  • PhilippinesTropical reef fisheries and aquaculture supply; exports include frozen whole and fillet products.
  • MalaysiaMarine aquaculture and capture fisheries contribute to grouper supply and regional trade.
  • VietnamProcessing and export platform for frozen seafood; grouper appears in mixed reef-fish trade streams.
  • ThailandRegional seafood processing and export hub; grouper traded within broader frozen fish product portfolios.
Major Exporting Countries
  • IndonesiaExports frozen reef fish (including grouper) to regional and overseas markets; documentation and traceability are key buyer requirements.
  • VietnamExports frozen fish products through established seafood processing/export channels.
  • ChinaExports value-added frozen fish products; also participates in regional redistribution.
  • ThailandExports processed frozen seafood; grouper may be shipped as part of mixed whitefish/reef-fish assortments depending on sourcing.
Major Importing Countries
  • Hong KongRegional seafood trading hub and premium market for reef fish; acts as a redistribution channel in Asia.
  • ChinaImports reef fish (including grouper) for domestic consumption and trading channels alongside domestic production.
  • United StatesImports frozen fish fillets and portions for retail and foodservice; compliance and hazard controls are closely enforced.
  • JapanImports premium seafood categories and frozen fillets/portions; quality and specification discipline is high.
  • South KoreaImports frozen seafood for retail/foodservice; cold-chain integrity and labeling compliance are key.

Specification

Major VarietiesOrange-spotted grouper (Epinephelus coioides), Tiger grouper (Epinephelus fuscoguttatus), Giant grouper (Epinephelus lanceolatus), Humpback grouper (Cromileptes altivelis), Nassau grouper (Epinephelus striatus), Groupers (Epinephelus spp.; Mycteroperca spp.) sold under mixed market names
Physical Attributes
  • Firm, white to off-white flesh; commonly traded as skinless boneless fillets/portions or as headed-and-gutted whole fish depending on market
  • Lean-to-moderate fat profile typical of many whitefish, with texture and flake influenced by species and size class
Compositional Metrics
  • Glaze percentage and net weight declaration are common buyer-control points for frozen fillets/portions
  • Moisture retention/water-added controls are commonly specified in frozen whitefish procurement (documentation and testing requirements vary by buyer and jurisdiction)
Packaging
  • IQF fillets/portions in polybags within master cartons (foodservice formats)
  • Vacuum-packed or tight-wrapped retail packs in cartons (channel-dependent)
  • Block-frozen fillets with external glazing for dehydration protection during storage and transport
ProcessingRapid freezing (IQF or block) to protect texture; avoiding thaw-refreeze is critical for drip loss and sensory qualityGlazing and packaging are used to limit freezer burn and dehydration during long cold storage

Supply Chain

Value Chain
  • Wild capture or farm harvest -> landing/harvest handling and chilling -> primary processing (heading/gutting/filleting) -> freezing (IQF/block/blast) -> glazing/packing -> cold storage -> reefer transport -> importer cold store -> secondary portioning/retail packing (optional) -> distribution
Demand Drivers
  • Premium whitefish/reef-fish positioning in foodservice and specialty retail where species identity and eating quality are valued
  • East and Southeast Asian cuisine demand for reef fish formats (whole and fillet), with additional demand from diaspora markets in North America and Europe
Temperature
  • Frozen storage and transport typically require maintaining product in a consistently frozen state (commonly aligned to -18°C or colder cold-chain practice) to reduce quality loss and food-safety risks associated with temperature abuse
Atmosphere Control
  • Oxygen-excluding packaging (e.g., vacuum packaging) is used in some frozen fillet programs to reduce oxidation and dehydration; compliance expectations depend on destination-market rules and buyer specifications
Shelf Life
  • Commercial shelf-life is primarily quality-limited (texture, dehydration, rancidity) and is managed through buyer-set date coding, glazing/packaging, and strict cold-chain control

Risks

Food Safety HighCiguatera fish poisoning is a material, product-relevant risk for grouper as a reef-associated predator fish category; the toxin is not reliably eliminated by cooking or freezing, and incidents can trigger recalls, import refusals, and abrupt demand shocks for affected origins or size classes.Implement risk-based sourcing (avoid higher-risk harvest areas/large specimens where applicable), strengthen supplier controls and documentation, and align hazard controls with competent-authority guidance and buyer programs.
IUU Fishing HighFrozen grouper supply chains can face heightened scrutiny for illegal, unreported and unregulated fishing and species-mislabeling risks, especially in multi-species reef-fish streams; this can lead to shipment holds, delistings, and regulatory enforcement actions.Use end-to-end traceability (vessel/farm identification, landing/harvest documentation, chain-of-custody controls) and independent verification where feasible; prioritize suppliers participating in credible fishery improvement or assurance programs.
Regulatory Compliance MediumSpecies identification, labeling, and import controls can be complex for 'grouper' due to multiple species sold under common names and varying national rules; non-compliance can result in border rejections and reputational damage.Standardize scientific-name labeling in procurement specifications and verify species using documentation and, where appropriate, testing; maintain robust label review for destination-market rules.
Cold Chain MediumTemperature abuse (partial thawing and refreezing) can degrade texture and increase defect rates, raising claims and rejection risk in long-distance trade.Set strict reefer set-points and monitoring, require continuous temperature logging, and audit handling at transshipment, cold stores, and last-mile distribution nodes.
Sustainability
  • Overfishing vulnerability for some reef-associated grouper stocks and spillover impacts on coral-reef ecosystems
  • IUU fishing and weak traceability risk in multi-species reef-fish supply chains where market names may mask species and origin
  • Aquaculture environmental footprint considerations (feed sourcing, effluent management, and coastal ecosystem interactions) for farmed grouper
Labor & Social
  • Forced labor and severe labor abuse risks have been documented in parts of the global fishing sector, increasing due-diligence expectations for seafood supply chains (including frozen fish categories)
  • Crew welfare, safety at sea, and recruitment practices are recurring compliance themes in distant-water and industrial fishing operations

FAQ

What is the single most important food-safety risk associated with grouper in global trade?Ciguatera fish poisoning is a standout risk for grouper as a reef-predator category because the toxin cannot be reliably removed by cooking or freezing. This is why buyer programs often apply extra scrutiny to origin and fish size classes and may avoid higher-risk sourcing.
Which countries are commonly associated with major grouper supply for international markets?This record highlights China, Indonesia, the Philippines, Malaysia, Vietnam, and Thailand as prominent producers and/or exporters in global frozen grouper supply chains, reflecting the strong concentration of tropical reef-fish production and seafood processing in East and Southeast Asia.
Why is traceability such a major issue for frozen grouper compared with some other frozen fish categories?Because 'grouper' can cover multiple species sold under common market names and may move through multi-species supply chains, it faces elevated risks of IUU fishing exposure and species mislabeling. Strong documentation and chain-of-custody controls are therefore central to trade acceptance.

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