Raw Materials
HS Code
030489
Last Updated
2026-04-19
Key takeaways for search and sourcing teams
- Frozen Milkfish market coverage spans 129 countries.
- 108 exporter companies and 198 importer companies are indexed in the global supply chain intelligence network for this product.
- 867 supplier-linked transactions are summarized across the top 9 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 2026-04-19.
Global Supplier Transactions, Export Activity, and Price Benchmarks for Frozen Milkfish
Analyze 867 supplier-linked transactions across the top 9 countries, with monthly unit-price benchmarks to track export competitiveness and sourcing risk for Frozen Milkfish.
Frozen Milkfish Country YoY Change in Supplier Transactions and Export Momentum
Compare positive and negative YoY shifts in Frozen Milkfish to identify accelerating supplier markets and weakening export corridors.
Top YoY shifts for Frozen Milkfish: Indonesia (+54.6%), Philippines (-10.9%), Mexico (-6.4%).
Frozen Milkfish Country-Level Supplier Transaction and Unit Price Summary
As of 2025-05, benchmark Frozen Milkfish country transaction counts with monthly unit price and volume to prioritize supplier and export markets.
In 2025-10, countries with visible Frozen Milkfish transaction unit prices: Indonesia (5.37 USD / kg), Philippines (5.09 USD / kg), Taiwan (3.23 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Philippines | -10.9% | 697 | 6.86 USD / kg (555,590.602 kg) | 6.38 USD / kg (596,274.707 kg) | 6.23 USD / kg (585,879.582 kg) | 6.77 USD / kg (1,050,791.816 kg) | 6.15 USD / kg (1,379,826.027 kg) | 5.09 USD / kg (945,225.347 kg) | ||||||
| Indonesia | +54.6% | 50 | 2.90 USD / kg (115,300 kg) | - (-) | - (-) | 2.75 USD / kg (209,590 kg) | 5.50 USD / kg (213,760 kg) | 5.37 USD / kg (160,730 kg) | ||||||
| Taiwan | -4.5% | 83 | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | 2.86 USD / kg (278,018 kg) | 3.23 USD / kg (243,760 kg) | ||||||
| India | -3.9% | 13 | 2.20 USD / kg (6,000 kg) | 4.86 USD / kg (-) | 2.66 USD / kg (4,523 kg) | 2.24 USD / kg (27,880 kg) | - (-) | - (-) | ||||||
| Vietnam | - | 7 | 2.25 USD / kg (1,116 kg) | 6.48 USD / kg (16,898.881 kg) | - (-) | 3.65 USD / kg (40 kg) | - (-) | - (-) | ||||||
| Oman | - | 2 | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | ||||||
| China | - | 2 | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | ||||||
| Singapore | - | 1 | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | ||||||
| Mexico | -6.4% | 12 | 1.30 USD / kg (336,855 kg) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) |
Frozen Milkfish Global Supply Chain Coverage
306 companies
108 exporters and 198 importers are mapped for Frozen Milkfish.
Exporters and importers can use Tridge Supply Chain Intelligence company profiles and analytics to identify counterparties for Frozen Milkfish, benchmark reach, and prioritize outreach by market.
Frozen Milkfish Export Supplier Intelligence, Trade Flows, and Price Signals
108 exporter companies are mapped in Tridge Supply Chain Intelligence for Frozen Milkfish. Exporters and importers can use company profiles and analytics to evaluate supplier coverage, trading activity, and route opportunities.
Frozen Milkfish Top Exporters and Supplier Profiles
Review leading exporter profiles while benchmarking against 108 total exporter companies in the Frozen Milkfish supply chain intelligence network. Exporters and importers can unlock company profiles and analytics to qualify partners faster.
(Philippines)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-01-12
Recently Export Partner Companies: 2
Industries: Food PackagingFishing AquacultureFood Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: Farming / Production / Processing / PackingDistribution / WholesaleFood Manufacturing
(Taiwan)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-03-18
Recently Export Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Food ManufacturingFishing Aquaculture
Value Chain Roles: TradeFarming / Production / Processing / Packing
(Philippines)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-01-15
Recently Export Partner Companies: 3
Industries: Food Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: Food ManufacturingFarming / Production / Processing / Packing
Exporting Countries: United States, United Kingdom, Israel
Supplying Products: Frozen Milkfish, Frozen Yellowfin Tuna, Frozen Yellowfin Tuna Meat +3
(Singapore)
Latest Export Transaction: 2025-04-30
Employee Size: Over 1000 Employees
Sales Revenue: USD Over 1B
Industries: Freight Forwarding And IntermodalOthersLand Transport
Value Chain Roles: Logistics
(Philippines)
Latest Export Transaction: 2025-12-15
Recently Export Partner Companies: 6
Industries: Fishing AquacultureFood Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: Food ManufacturingDistribution / Wholesale
Exporting Countries: Canada, Guam, Japan, United States, New Zealand, South Korea, Papua New Guinea
Supplying Products: Frozen Milkfish, Frozen Atlantic Salmon, Frozen Coldwater Shrimp and Prawn +5
(Taiwan)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-03-18
Recently Export Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Food ManufacturingOthers
Value Chain Roles: Food ManufacturingTrade
Frozen Milkfish Global Exporter Coverage
108 companies
Exporter company count is a key signal for Frozen Milkfish supply depth and sourcing optionality.
Use Supply Chain Intelligence analytics to narrow Frozen Milkfish opportunities by country, product, and value-chain role, then open company profiles to validate fit.
Top Exporting Countries for Frozen Milkfish (HS Code 030489) in 2024
For Frozen Milkfish 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 Milkfish Export Trade Flow and Partner Country Summary
Track Frozen Milkfish exporter-to-importer flows by value, volume, and share to uncover high-potential export routes.
Frozen Milkfish Import Buyer Intelligence, Demand Signals, and Price Benchmarks
198 importer companies are mapped for Frozen Milkfish demand intelligence. Use Supply Chain Intelligence company profiles and analytics to prioritize buyers, distributors, and downstream demand partners by market.
Frozen Milkfish Top Buyers, Importers, and Demand Partners
Review leading buyer profiles and compare them against 198 total importer companies tracked for Frozen Milkfish. Exporters and importers can use Supply Chain Intelligence company profiles and analytics to evaluate buyer quality and demand concentration.
(United States)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-02-18
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Employee Size: 11 - 50 Employees
Sales Revenue: USD 1M - 5M
Industries: Food ManufacturingFood Wholesalers
Value Chain Roles: -
(United States)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-01-30
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Employee Size: 1 - 10 Employees
Sales Revenue: USD 1M - 5M
Industries: Food Services And Drinking PlacesFishing AquacultureFood Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: -
(Canada)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-02-21
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Food WholesalersFood Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: -
(United States)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-01-22
Recently Import Partner Companies: 2
Industries: Others
Value Chain Roles: -
(United States)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-02-27
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Food ManufacturingFishing AquacultureOthers
Value Chain Roles: -
(Sri Lanka)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-03-18
Industries: Fishing AquacultureFood Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: -
Global Importer Coverage
198 companies
Importer company count highlights the current depth of demand-side visibility for Frozen Milkfish.
Use Supply Chain Intelligence analytics and company profiles to identify active Frozen Milkfish buyers, compare partner density by country, and refine GTM priorities.
Top Import Demand Countries for Frozen Milkfish (HS Code 030489) in 2024
For Frozen Milkfish 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 Milkfish Import Trade Flow and Origin Country Summary
Analyze Frozen Milkfish 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 Milkfish
Frozen Milkfish Monthly Wholesale Supplier Price Summary by Country
Monthly Frozen Milkfish wholesale unit-price benchmarks by country for export and sourcing decisions.
In 2025-06, countries with visible Frozen Milkfish wholesale unit prices: South Korea (5.19 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| South Korea | 5.96 USD / kg | 5.19 USD / kg | - | - | - | - | ||||||
| Taiwan | 11.00 USD / kg | - | - | - | - | - |
Frozen Milkfish Wholesale Price Competitiveness by Major Exporting Countries
Compare Frozen Milkfish wholesale price ranges and YoY changes across the top 2 exporting countries to benchmark supplier price competitiveness.
| Rank | Country | Average | Lower | Upper | YoY | Report |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | South Korea | 4.81 USD / kg | 2.51 USD / kg | 7.51 USD / kg | -36.0% | View → |
| 2 | Taiwan | 8.92 USD / kg | 1.59 USD / kg | 26.62 USD / kg | +111.3% | View → |
Latest Frozen Milkfish Wholesale Export Price Updates
Use the latest 5 Frozen Milkfish wholesale updates to validate current export price points and origin-level supplier changes.
| Date | Entry Name | Unit Price (USD) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-04-01 | (활)*** ****** * **** ** | 0.66 USD / kg | |
| 2026-04-01 | (활)*** ****** * **** ** | 4.63 USD / kg | |
| 2026-04-01 | (활)*** ****** * **** ** | 1.65 USD / kg | |
| 2026-03-01 | (활)*** ****** * **** ** | 4.67 USD / kg | |
| 2026-03-01 | 午仔魚*** * ***** ** | 5.26 USD / kg |
Classification
Product TypeRaw Material
Product FormFrozen
Industry PositionPrimary Agricultural Product
Raw Material
Commodity GroupAquaculture finfish (brackishwater/coastal pond systems)
Scientific NameChanos chanos
PerishabilityMedium (sold frozen; quality remains highly sensitive to temperature fluctuations and packaging integrity)
Growing Conditions
- Tropical to subtropical coastal environments
- Brackishwater ponds, coastal lagoons, and estuarine systems are common production settings
- Performance is sensitive to water quality (temperature, dissolved oxygen, salinity) and extreme weather events
Consumption Forms
- Frozen whole or gutted fish for home preparation
- Frozen butterfly-cut or deboned formats for convenience cooking
- Use in cooked dishes where milkfish is a culturally preferred species
Grading Factors
- Size/weight band (commercial count or weight range)
- Cut/form (whole, gutted, butterfly, deboned/fillet)
- Absence of freezer burn/dehydration and physical damage
- Odor and appearance on thawing
- Packaging seal integrity and label/document compliance
Market
Frozen milkfish (Chanos chanos) is a globally traded frozen finfish product primarily supplied from tropical brackishwater aquaculture systems in Southeast Asia. Production is most closely associated with the Philippines and Indonesia (and to a smaller extent Taiwan), with trade often serving regional Asian demand and diaspora-oriented markets. Commercial flows are sensitive to cold-chain integrity and importing-market sanitary and labeling requirements for frozen seafood. Supply reliability can be affected by feed input costs and climate-driven shocks (typhoons, flooding, heat stress) in coastal pond regions.
Major Producing Countries
- PhilippinesFlagship aquaculture species; widely farmed in brackishwater ponds and coastal areas.
- IndonesiaSignificant producer in brackishwater aquaculture systems; substantial domestic consumption alongside trade.
- TaiwanEstablished producer with processed/frozen product formats for export and domestic markets.
Supply Calendar
- Philippines:Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov, DecAquaculture harvests can occur year-round; seasonality is driven more by pond cycles, weather disruptions, and holiday demand than by a single harvest season.
- Indonesia:Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov, DecYear-round aquaculture availability; logistics and weather events can create periodic supply tightness.
Specification
Physical Attributes
- Common trade forms include whole round, gutted, butterfly-cut, and deboned/fillet formats (often region-specific).
- Quality is assessed by appearance (skin integrity, bruising/freezer burn), odor on thawing, and absence of visible defects or contamination.
Compositional Metrics
- Net weight compliance for frozen products, including declared glaze where applicable.
- Buyer specifications commonly reference microbiological and chemical criteria required by the importing market (e.g., pathogens, residues, contaminants).
Grades
- Commercial sorting is commonly by size band (e.g., pieces per carton or weight range), and by product form (whole vs. deboned/fillet).
Packaging
- Primary packaging commonly uses food-grade polyethylene bags with master cartons for export handling.
- Frozen blocks and individually packed pieces are both used depending on processor capability and buyer requirements.
- Labeling typically includes species/common name, net weight, production method/origin statements as required, and cold-storage instructions.
ProcessingRapid freezing to maintain texture and minimize drip loss on thawing; temperature stability reduces recrystallization and quality degradation.Glazing may be used to reduce dehydration and freezer burn during storage and transport.
Supply Chain
Value Chain
- Aquaculture grow-out (brackishwater ponds) -> harvest -> washing/handling -> (optional) gutting/deboning/filleting -> freezing -> frozen storage -> reefer transport -> importer cold store -> wholesale/retail/foodservice
Demand Drivers
- Strong cultural/culinary demand in key consuming communities and diaspora markets for milkfish-specific dishes.
- Preference for frozen seafood formats that enable year-round availability and inventory buffering.
Temperature
- Maintain continuous frozen cold chain; commercial practice targets storage and transport at -18°C or colder to preserve quality and limit thaw-refreeze damage.
- Temperature excursions can cause drip loss, texture softening, off-odors, and higher risk of shipment rejection.
Shelf Life
- Shelf life is typically measured in months under stable frozen storage; quality deteriorates faster when temperatures fluctuate or packaging integrity is compromised.
Risks
Cold Chain Integrity HighFrozen milkfish trade depends on strict cold-chain control; temperature abuse (including partial thawing and re-freezing) can rapidly reduce sensory quality, increase dehydration/freezer burn, and trigger buyer claims or border rejections for not meeting product and labeling expectations.Use validated freezing and storage practices, continuous temperature monitoring (data loggers), robust packaging, and clear cold-chain responsibility handoffs across exporter-forwarder-importer nodes.
Regulatory Compliance MediumImporting markets may apply strict sanitary requirements, labeling rules, and documentation checks for frozen seafood; non-compliance can cause detentions, rejections, or reputational damage for brands and suppliers.Align HACCP-based controls to target markets, maintain full traceability records, and pre-verify label and documentation templates with importers.
Climate MediumMilkfish aquaculture in tropical coastal regions is exposed to extreme weather and water-quality shocks (storms, flooding, heat), which can disrupt harvest schedules, survival rates, and logistics from pond areas to processing plants and ports.Diversify sourcing regions, strengthen farm biosecurity and water management, and build contingency logistics capacity during peak storm periods.
Sustainability
- Coastal habitat pressure: brackishwater pond development has historically been associated with mangrove conversion and shoreline ecosystem impacts in parts of Southeast Asia.
- Effluent and water-quality management: nutrient discharge and salinity changes from pond systems can create local environmental compliance and community concerns.
- Climate exposure in coastal production zones: typhoons, flooding, heat stress, and changing salinity can disrupt pond performance and regional supply.
Labor & Social
- Seafood supply chains can face labor-rights and recruitment-risk scrutiny in parts of Asia; buyers often require traceability, supplier codes of conduct, and social-audit evidence for processing facilities.
- Smallholder aquaculture livelihoods: income volatility can rise with feed price swings, disease events, and extreme weather.
FAQ
What is the most critical requirement for trading frozen milkfish internationally?Maintaining a reliable frozen cold chain is critical, because temperature abuse can quickly damage quality and lead to buyer claims or shipment rejection.
Which countries are most closely associated with milkfish production for international supply?Milkfish production is most closely associated with the Philippines and Indonesia, with Taiwan also recognized as an established producer for domestic and processed/frozen formats.
What product forms are commonly traded as frozen milkfish?Common forms include whole round, gutted, butterfly-cut, and deboned/fillet formats, with sorting typically based on size bands and the chosen cut.
Sources
Frozen Milkfish Country Coverage for Suppliers, Export Flows, and Prices
Explore country-level Frozen Milkfish market pages for supplier coverage, trade flows, and price benchmarks.
China
United States
Indonesia
Japan
Thailand
South Korea
Philippines
Ivory Coast
Vietnam
United Kingdom
India
Australia
All country market pages: China, United States, Indonesia, Japan, Thailand, South Korea, Philippines, Ivory Coast, Vietnam, United Kingdom, India, Australia, Netherlands, Singapore, Turkiye, Kuwait, Taiwan, Israel, Myanmar [Burma], Germany, Morocco, New Zealand, Canada, Hong Kong, Italy, Spain, Sri Lanka, Kazakhstan, Malaysia, Senegal, Peru, Qatar, France, Brazil, Poland, Iceland, Egypt, Norway, Portugal, Denmark, Oman, Lithuania, Pakistan, Austria, Switzerland, Ecuador, Saudi Arabia, Ukraine, Uruguay, Mauritius, Sweden, Mexico, Romania, Jamaica, South Africa, United Arab Emirates, Estonia, Greece, Nicaragua, Panama, Colombia, Ireland, Gabon, Croatia, Costa Rica, Dominican Republic, Jordan, Tanzania, Belgium, Chile, Czechia, Andorra, Albania, Armenia, Argentina, Azerbaijan, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Barbados, Bangladesh, Burkina Faso, Bulgaria, Bahrain, Burundi, Bermuda, Brunei, Bolivia, Bahamas, Botswana, Belize, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Cuba, Cyprus, Ethiopia, Finland, Fiji, Guatemala, Honduras, Hungary, Iran, Kenya, Kyrgyzstan, Cambodia, Lesotho, Luxembourg, Latvia, Moldova, Montenegro, Madagascar, Macedonia, Macao, Malta, Maldives, Malawi, Mozambique, Namibia, Niger, Nigeria, Serbia, Slovenia, Slovakia, El Salvador, Swaziland, Togo, Tunisia, Uganda, Uzbekistan, Vanuatu, Zambia, Zimbabwe
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