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Frozen Hake Suppliers, Trade & Prices — Market Overview 2026

Sub Product
Frozen Hake Fillet, Frozen Hake Steak, Frozen Whole Hake
Raw Materials
Fresh Hake
HS Code
030366
Last Updated
2026-06-09
Key takeaways for search and sourcing teams
  • Frozen Hake market coverage spans 121 countries.
  • 786 exporter companies and 858 importer companies are indexed in the global supply chain intelligence network for this product.
  • 14,684 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: 5.
  • Latest reference year in this page dataset is 2026.
  • Page data last updated on 2026-06-09.

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

Analyze 14,684 supplier-linked transactions across the top 20 countries, with monthly unit-price benchmarks to track export competitiveness and sourcing risk for Frozen Hake.

Frozen Hake Country YoY Change in Supplier Transactions and Export Momentum

Compare positive and negative YoY shifts in Frozen Hake to identify accelerating supplier markets and weakening export corridors.
Top YoY shifts for Frozen Hake: New Zealand (+166.2%), Canada (+68.9%), South Africa (+40.5%).

Frozen Hake Country-Level Supplier Transaction and Unit Price Summary

As of 2025-07, benchmark Frozen Hake country transaction counts with monthly unit price and volume to prioritize supplier and export markets.
In 2025-12, countries with visible Frozen Hake transaction unit prices: Vietnam (6.09 USD / kg), South Africa (5.91 USD / kg), Chile (3.79 USD / kg), Ukraine (3.59 USD / kg), Panama (3.14 USD / kg), 12 more countries.
CountryYoY ChangeTransaction Count2025-072025-082025-092025-102025-112025-122026-012026-022026-032026-042026-052026-06
China-6.9%882.34 USD / kg (137,455.4 kg)2.30 USD / kg (108,315 kg)2.19 USD / kg (59,160.6 kg)2.88 USD / kg (91,209 kg)2.02 USD / kg (82,631.8 kg)2.76 USD / kg (33,000 kg)
Mexico-0.2%1951.24 USD / kg (2,193,800 kg)1.11 USD / kg (837,570 kg)1.17 USD / kg (590,205 kg)1.29 USD / kg (192,047 kg)1.17 USD / kg (349,440 kg)1.09 USD / kg (1,338,097.561 kg)
Vanuatu-10.1%86- (-)1.40 USD / kg (54,486 kg)- (-)- (-)- (-)- (-)
New Zealand+166.2%238.80 USD / kg (2,550 kg)- (-)7.80 USD / kg (116,650 kg)12.60 USD / kg (45,420 kg)- (-)- (-)
Argentina+1.5%10,9472.54 USD / kg (22,297,278.681 kg)2.77 USD / kg (19,497,487.472 kg)2.69 USD / kg (25,152,717.405 kg)2.47 USD / kg (22,928,884.102 kg)2.42 USD / kg (39,407,833.961 kg)2.51 USD / kg (40,276,010.305 kg)
Chile-4.3%8475.17 USD / kg (215,803.922 kg)4.43 USD / kg (1,954,543.088 kg)5.06 USD / kg (3,793,996.336 kg)4.18 USD / kg (862,515.485 kg)4.55 USD / kg (2,404,305.593 kg)3.79 USD / kg (469,045.441 kg)
Ecuador-7.3%2172.36 USD / kg (218,243.44 kg)2.04 USD / kg (194,582.72 kg)2.00 USD / kg (114,808.839 kg)2.68 USD / kg (85,458.7 kg)3.05 USD / kg (644,032.3 kg)2.50 USD / kg (1,105,555 kg)
Uruguay+22.5%1912.47 USD / kg (906,213 kg)2.30 USD / kg (368,014.5 kg)2.30 USD / kg (2,046,543 kg)2.28 USD / kg (525,597 kg)2.12 USD / kg (881,852.09 kg)2.18 USD / kg (409,907 kg)
South Africa+40.5%1093.39 USD / kg (2,252 kg)3.35 USD / kg (50,359 kg)5.75 USD / kg (36,201 kg)4.16 USD / kg (167,995 kg)4.99 USD / kg (118,850 kg)5.91 USD / kg (18,340 kg)
Peru+2.3%452.53 USD / kg (148,524.7 kg)3.24 USD / kg (170,544.801 kg)2.75 USD / kg (66,661.8 kg)3.51 USD / kg (5,454.55 kg)2.77 USD / kg (56,955 kg)1.82 USD / kg (36,970 kg)
Frozen Hake Global Supply Chain Coverage
1,644 companies
786 exporters and 858 importers are mapped for Frozen Hake.
Exporters and importers can use Tridge Supply Chain Intelligence company profiles and analytics to identify counterparties for Frozen Hake, benchmark reach, and prioritize outreach by market.

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

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

Frozen Hake Top Exporters and Supplier Profiles

Review leading exporter profiles while benchmarking against 786 total exporter companies in the Frozen Hake supply chain intelligence network. Exporters and importers can unlock company profiles and analytics to qualify partners faster.
(Lithuania)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-05-09
Recently Export Partner Companies: 1
Employee Size: 1 - 10 Employees
Industries: Others
Value Chain Roles: LogisticsTrade
(Portugal)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-05-09
Sales Revenue: USD 10M - 50M
Industries: Food ManufacturingFood Wholesalers
Value Chain Roles: Distribution / WholesaleFood Manufacturing
(Argentina)
Latest Export Transaction: 2025-12-29
Recently Export Partner Companies: 9
Industries: Food ManufacturingOthers
Value Chain Roles: Farming / Production / Processing / PackingOthers
(Poland)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-05-09
Recently Export Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Food Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: Distribution / Wholesale
(Ecuador)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-05-09
Recently Export Partner Companies: 1
Employee Size: 1 - 10 Employees
Industries: Fishing AquacultureFood Wholesalers
Value Chain Roles: Distribution / WholesaleTrade
(United States)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-05-09
Recently Export Partner Companies: 1
Employee Size: 1 - 10 Employees
Industries: Food Wholesalers
Value Chain Roles: Trade
Frozen Hake Global Exporter Coverage
786 companies
Exporter company count is a key signal for Frozen Hake supply depth and sourcing optionality.
Use Supply Chain Intelligence analytics to narrow Frozen Hake opportunities by country, product, and value-chain role, then open company profiles to validate fit.

Top Exporting Countries for Frozen Hake (HS Code 030366) in 2024

For Frozen Hake in 2024, compare export volume and value across the top 10 supplier countries to map core supply structure.
RankCountryVolumeValue
1Spain61,267,760.17 kg164,701,710.482 USD
2United States35,860,074 kg65,137,903 USD
3Argentina38,435,426.7 kg59,266,882.24 USD
4South Africa17,425,332.891 kg44,542,026.838 USD
5Chile5,726,719.3 kg27,422,838.65 USD
6Namibia10,896,002.7 kg26,793,700.334 USD
7Canada8,212,779 kg13,845,118.887 USD
8Portugal4,210,533 kg13,711,104.267 USD
9Lithuania3,307,671.98 kg7,494,786 USD
10South Korea4,355,287.7 kg7,483,815 USD

Frozen Hake Export Trade Flow and Partner Country Summary

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

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

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

Frozen Hake Top Buyers, Importers, and Demand Partners

Review leading buyer profiles and compare them against 858 total importer companies tracked for Frozen Hake. Exporters and importers can use Supply Chain Intelligence company profiles and analytics to evaluate buyer quality and demand concentration.
(Ghana)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-05-09
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Food Wholesalers
Value Chain Roles: -
(Argentina)
Latest Import Transaction: 2025-11-03
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Employee Size: 1 - 10 Employees
Industries: Fishing AquacultureFood ManufacturingFood Packaging
Value Chain Roles: -
(Argentina)
Latest Import Transaction: 2025-12-18
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Food ManufacturingOthers
Value Chain Roles: -
(Argentina)
Latest Import Transaction: 2025-07-01
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Food Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: -
(Argentina)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-05-09
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Fishing AquacultureFood Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: -
(Ukraine)
Latest Import Transaction: 2025-11-28
Recently Import Partner Companies: 3
Employee Size: 1 - 10 Employees
Sales Revenue: USD 1M - 5M
Industries: Food Wholesalers
Value Chain Roles: -
Global Importer Coverage
858 companies
Importer company count highlights the current depth of demand-side visibility for Frozen Hake.
Use Supply Chain Intelligence analytics and company profiles to identify active Frozen Hake buyers, compare partner density by country, and refine GTM priorities.

Top Import Demand Countries for Frozen Hake (HS Code 030366) in 2024

For Frozen Hake in 2024, compare import volume and value across the top 10 demand countries to identify priority markets.
RankCountryVolumeValue
1Ukraine55,785,637.1 kg120,169,332.46 USD
2Portugal19,051,797 kg77,483,943.532 USD
3Spain24,118,554.009 kg74,844,800.143 USD
4Italy5,517,487 kg19,261,811.037 USD
5Romania6,376,650 kg13,732,832.36 USD
6Moldova4,463,244 kg9,967,602 USD
7Macedonia4,447,518 kg9,481,995.09 USD
8Hungary5,143,374 kg7,945,329 USD
9Namibia3,042,173.118 kg7,288,938.535 USD
10Croatia3,197,574.31 kg6,775,766 USD

Frozen Hake Import Trade Flow and Origin Country Summary

Analyze Frozen Hake 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 Hake

Frozen Hake Monthly Wholesale Supplier Price Summary by Country

Monthly Frozen Hake wholesale unit-price benchmarks by country for export and sourcing decisions.
In 2025-12, countries with visible Frozen Hake wholesale unit prices: South Africa (14.60 USD / kg), France (7.61 USD / kg), Taiwan (7.32 USD / kg), Spain (6.76 USD / kg), Poland (4.10 USD / kg).
Country2025-072025-082025-092025-102025-112025-122026-012026-022026-032026-042026-052026-06
South Africa13.60 USD / kg-14.30 USD / kg14.29 USD / kg-14.60 USD / kg
Spain5.55 USD / kg5.11 USD / kg5.16 USD / kg5.34 USD / kg6.12 USD / kg6.76 USD / kg
Poland3.90 USD / kg3.90 USD / kg3.93 USD / kg3.89 USD / kg4.11 USD / kg4.10 USD / kg
France7.54 USD / kg7.58 USD / kg7.62 USD / kg7.55 USD / kg7.52 USD / kg7.61 USD / kg
Taiwan8.28 USD / kg8.61 USD / kg7.19 USD / kg7.85 USD / kg7.21 USD / kg7.32 USD / kg

Frozen Hake Wholesale Price Competitiveness by Major Exporting Countries

Compare Frozen Hake wholesale price ranges and YoY changes across the top 5 exporting countries to benchmark supplier price competitiveness.
RankCountryAverageLowerUpperYoY
1South Africa14.46 USD / kg13.60 USD / kg15.38 USD / kg+10.2%
2Spain6.12 USD / kg4.56 USD / kg9.79 USD / kg-1.0%
3Poland3.99 USD / kg3.82 USD / kg4.36 USD / kg-5.0%
4France7.53 USD / kg6.86 USD / kg7.72 USD / kg+14.2%
5Taiwan7.50 USD / kg5.81 USD / kg9.06 USD / kg-7.2%

Latest Frozen Hake Wholesale Export Price Updates

Use the latest 5 Frozen Hake wholesale updates to validate current export price points and origin-level supplier changes.
DateEntry NameUnit Price (USD) 
2026-06-01Хек ****** ***** *** * ******* ****7.84 USD / kg
2026-06-01Філ* **** ******* *** *********** * ******* ****5.94 USD / kg
2026-06-01Філ* ******* ****** *** ***** ********* * ******* ****6.61 USD / kg
2026-06-01MEZ*** ******* * ******* *****5.98 USD / kg
2026-06-01Філ* ******* ********** *** *********** * ******* ****6.95 USD / kg

Global Farmgate Supplier Price Trends by Country for Frozen Hake

Frozen Hake Monthly Farmgate Supplier Price Summary by Country

Monthly Frozen Hake farmgate unit-price benchmarks by country to monitor supplier-side cost movement.
In 2025-08, countries with visible Frozen Hake farmgate unit prices: Denmark (7.46 USD / kg).
Country2025-072025-082025-092025-102025-112025-122026-012026-022026-032026-042026-052026-06
Denmark5.68 USD / kg7.46 USD / kg----

Frozen Hake Farmgate Cost Trends by Major Exporting Supplier Countries

Compare Frozen Hake farmgate price levels and YoY changes across the top 1 exporting countries to understand origin-side supplier cost structure.
RankCountryAverageLowerUpperYoY
1Denmark6.59 USD / kg4.60 USD / kg8.52 USD / kg+13.2%

Latest Frozen Hake Farmgate Export Cost Updates

Review the latest 5 Frozen Hake farmgate updates to monitor origin-side export cost and supplier pricing shifts.
DateEntry NameUnit Price (USD) 
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2025-08-01Fro*** **** ************** ************ * *** * * ****** *********** ******* *********** ***** * ******9.97 USD / kg
2025-08-01Fro*** **** ********* ************ * *** * * ****** *********** ******* *********** ***** * ******7.92 USD / kg
2025-05-01Fro*** **** ******** ************ * *** * * **** * ******2.28 USD / kg
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Classification

Product TypeRaw Material
Product FormFrozen
Industry PositionPrimary Fishery Product

Raw Material

Commodity GroupMarine demersal whitefish (hake)
Scientific NameMerluccius spp.
PerishabilityHigh
Growing Conditions
  • Wild-capture marine species (not farmed); typically demersal on continental shelf and slope ecosystems
  • Harvested under fishery management regimes (e.g., TACs/quotas and seasonal/area controls) that materially influence supply
Main VarietiesArgentine hake (Merluccius hubbsi), Cape hakes (Merluccius capensis; Merluccius paradoxus), European hake (Merluccius merluccius), South Pacific/Chilean hake (Merluccius gayi), Pacific hake (Merluccius productus)
Consumption Forms
  • Frozen headed-and-gutted (H&G) whole fish
  • Frozen fillets (block-frozen or IQF; often glazed)
  • Further-processed hake products (e.g., breaded portions) manufactured downstream from frozen raw material
Grading Factors
  • Species and product identity (to avoid mixed-species labeling risk)
  • Product form and cut (whole/H&G, fillets, portions)
  • Fillet size/weight range and defect limits (gaping, bruising, bones as applicable)
  • Glaze level (if glazed) and net weight compliance
  • Temperature compliance and evidence of cold-chain integrity

Market

Frozen hake is a globally traded wild-capture demersal whitefish product, commonly exported as frozen whole (H&G) and frozen fillets for retail and foodservice supply chains. Trade is strongly linked to major Southern Hemisphere fisheries (notably South Atlantic and South Pacific) and to European demand hubs, with Spain and Portugal featuring prominently in UN Comtrade-reported trade for HS 030378 (Frozen hake). Market availability is shaped by fishery management (TACs/quota), stock status, and the operational performance of the frozen cold chain rather than on-farm seasonality. Sustainability-linked procurement (e.g., MSC-certified hake fisheries) is a meaningful differentiator in some import markets, while IUU and traceability concerns remain a structural risk for parts of the global seafood trade.
Major Producing Countries
  • ArgentinaMajor wild-capture hake producer and exporter (UN Comtrade HS 030378).
  • South AfricaMajor hake producer and exporter; notable certified fisheries targeting Cape hakes (Merluccius capensis; M. paradoxus).
  • NamibiaMajor hake producer and exporter linked to the Benguela ecosystem; certified hake fishery reported by MSC.
  • ChileSignificant exporter of frozen hake in UN Comtrade HS 030378; supplies European demand hubs including Spain.
  • UruguayExporter of frozen hake in UN Comtrade HS 030378 trade.
Major Exporting Countries
  • SpainTop exporter in UN Comtrade HS 030378 (Frozen hake) dataset for 2024 (includes intra-European trade patterns as reported in Comtrade).
  • ArgentinaTop exporter in UN Comtrade HS 030378 dataset for 2024.
  • United StatesTop exporter in UN Comtrade HS 030378 dataset for 2024.
  • South AfricaTop exporter in UN Comtrade HS 030378 dataset for 2024.
  • ChileSignificant exporter in UN Comtrade HS 030378 dataset for 2024.
  • NamibiaSignificant exporter in UN Comtrade HS 030378 dataset for 2024.
  • UruguayExporter in UN Comtrade HS 030378 dataset for 2024.
Major Importing Countries
  • PortugalMajor importer in UN Comtrade HS 030378 dataset (e.g., 2023 import ranking).
  • SpainMajor importer in UN Comtrade HS 030378 dataset (e.g., 2023 import ranking) and a key European demand/redistribution hub.
  • UkraineMajor importer in UN Comtrade HS 030378 dataset (e.g., 2023 import ranking).
  • ItalySignificant importer in UN Comtrade HS 030378 dataset (e.g., 2023 import ranking).

Specification

Major VarietiesHakes (Merluccius spp.) — mixed-species commercial category depending on origin and labeling rules, Argentine hake (Merluccius hubbsi), Cape hakes (Merluccius capensis; Merluccius paradoxus), European hake (Merluccius merluccius), South Pacific/Chilean hake (Merluccius gayi), Pacific hake (Merluccius productus)
Physical Attributes
  • Lean whitefish with mild flavor profile; commonly traded as skinless or skin-on frozen fillets and as frozen headed-and-gutted (H&G) whole fish
  • Demersal whitefish typically harvested by trawl or longline fisheries depending on region and management regime
Compositional Metrics
  • Buyer specifications commonly control net weight, glaze percentage (if glazed), temperature at receipt, and defect limits (e.g., dehydration/freezer burn, bruising, gaping) rather than agricultural-style maturity metrics
Grades
  • Codex CXS 190-1995 (Standard for Quick-Frozen Fish Fillets) is a common reference point for quick-frozen fillet definition, freezing endpoint, and related quality expectations
Packaging
  • Retail and foodservice formats commonly include poly-lined cartons with frozen blocks, IQF fillets/portions in inner bags, and glazed fillets to limit dehydration
ProcessingQuick freezing is typically used for fillets intended for direct consumption; Codex defines quick freezing as reaching -18°C or colder at the thermal centre after stabilization and maintaining deep-frozen conditions through distribution

Supply Chain

Value Chain
  • Capture (trawl/longline) -> landing and grading -> heading/gutting and/or filleting -> washing/trim -> quick freezing (IQF or block) -> optional glazing -> packaging -> cold storage -> reefer ocean freight/truck -> importer cold store -> retail/foodservice distribution
Demand Drivers
  • European demand hubs for frozen whitefish products, including import-to-process and retail frozen categories
  • Procurement preferences for independently certified sustainable fisheries in some markets (e.g., MSC-certified hake fisheries)
Temperature
  • For quick-frozen fish fillets, Codex CXS 190-1995 specifies the freezing process is not complete until product temperature reaches -18°C or colder at the thermal centre after stabilization; maintaining deep-frozen conditions throughout storage and transport is critical
  • Thaw-refreeze events materially increase quality loss (dehydration, drip loss, texture defects) and can trigger buyer rejections

Risks

Fisheries Stock and Quota Volatility HighFrozen hake supply is predominantly wild-capture and therefore exposed to stock status changes, scientific assessment updates, and TAC/quota decisions in key producing regions. A material quota cut, temporary fishery closure, or stock decline in a major origin can rapidly reduce export availability and shift prices and sourcing patterns.Diversify sourcing across multiple hake origins/species and product forms; track fishery management decisions and stock assessment updates; maintain flexible contracts and substitute-ready whitefish specifications where possible.
Ecosystem and Gear Impacts MediumMany hake fisheries are demersal and can involve bottom trawling, which is associated with seabed impact and bycatch concerns; this can affect buyer acceptance, NGO scrutiny, and sustainability policy compliance in import markets.Prioritize verifiable fishery management performance and third-party certification where available; require bycatch/gear-impact transparency and improvement plans from suppliers.
IUU and Traceability MediumIllegal, unreported and unregulated fishing and weak documentation controls can introduce regulatory, reputational, and seizure risks in international seafood trade, including for demersal whitefish supply chains.Require catch documentation and traceability to vessel and landing; use port State controls and supplier audits aligned with FAO PSMA principles; verify legality and chain-of-custody claims.
Cold Chain Integrity MediumFrozen hake quality and commercial acceptance depend on uninterrupted deep-frozen handling; temperature abuse increases dehydration/freezer burn and defect rates and may trigger claims or rejections.Specify receiving temperature and maximum time out of freezer; use continuous temperature monitoring (data loggers) and define corrective-action thresholds with logistics partners.
Sustainability
  • Wild-stock sustainability and TAC/quota management outcomes determine medium-term supply availability
  • Bottom trawling ecosystem impacts (seabed disturbance and bycatch) are a recurring controversy for demersal whitefish supply chains where trawling is used
  • Traceability and IUU-risk controls (landing controls, port State measures, documentation) are material to market access and buyer due diligence
Labor & Social
  • Fishers’ working and living conditions at sea and in port (e.g., as addressed by ILO Work in Fishing Convention C188) are a recurring due-diligence theme in global seafood supply chains
  • At-sea oversight and recruitment/contracting practices can present labor-rights risk in parts of the global fishing sector; buyers often require stronger social-compliance verification where risk indicators are elevated

FAQ

Which countries are major exporters of frozen hake in global trade data?In UN Comtrade-reported trade for HS 030378 ('Frozen hake'), major exporters include Spain, Argentina, the United States, South Africa, Chile, Namibia, and Uruguay.
What temperature benchmark is commonly referenced for quick-frozen fish fillets?Codex CXS 190-1995 states that the quick-freezing process is not complete unless the product temperature reaches -18°C or colder at the thermal centre after stabilization, and the product should be kept deep-frozen during transport, storage, and distribution.
What is the single biggest global risk that can disrupt frozen hake supply?Because hake supply is largely wild-capture, changes in stock status and fishery management (such as TAC/quota adjustments or closures) can quickly reduce export availability from major origins; diversifying origins and monitoring management decisions are common mitigation approaches.

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