Raw Materials
HS Code
030469
Last Updated
2026-03-30
Key takeaways for search and sourcing teams
- Frozen Snakehead market coverage spans 100 countries.
- 181 exporter companies and 313 importer companies are indexed in the global supply chain intelligence network for this product.
- 1,143 supplier-linked transactions are summarized across the top 11 countries.
- 0 premium suppliers and 0 catalog items are currently listed.
- Wholesale sample entries: 0; farmgate sample entries: 0.
- Latest reference year in this page dataset is 2024.
- Page data last updated on 2026-03-30.
Global Supplier Transactions, Export Activity, and Price Benchmarks for Frozen Snakehead
Analyze 1,143 supplier-linked transactions across the top 11 countries, with monthly unit-price benchmarks to track export competitiveness and sourcing risk for Frozen Snakehead.
Frozen Snakehead Country YoY Change in Supplier Transactions and Export Momentum
Compare positive and negative YoY shifts in Frozen Snakehead to identify accelerating supplier markets and weakening export corridors.
Top YoY shifts for Frozen Snakehead: United States (-46.3%), Myanmar [Burma] (+18.1%), Morocco (+16.5%).
Frozen Snakehead Country-Level Supplier Transaction and Unit Price Summary
As of 2025-05, benchmark Frozen Snakehead country transaction counts with monthly unit price and volume to prioritize supplier and export markets.
In 2025-10, countries with visible Frozen Snakehead transaction unit prices: Vietnam (4.52 USD / kg), China (2.31 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vietnam | +16.5% | 1,003 | 4.56 USD / kg (143,704.564 kg) | 4.72 USD / kg (165,556.906 kg) | 4.00 USD / kg (155,409.75 kg) | 3.90 USD / kg (185,269.55 kg) | 4.04 USD / kg (261,247.516 kg) | 4.52 USD / kg (185,200.971 kg) | ||||||
| China | +14.1% | 33 | - (-) | 4.45 USD / kg (1,875 kg) | 1.14 USD / kg (-) | - (-) | 1.96 USD / kg (73,910 kg) | 2.31 USD / kg (134,185 kg) | ||||||
| Bangladesh | +2.7% | 4 | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | 4.72 USD / kg (456 kg) | - (-) | - (-) | ||||||
| India | -2.4% | 40 | 2.90 USD / kg (50,305 kg) | 3.78 USD / kg (4,000 kg) | 4.15 USD / kg (10,500 kg) | 4.03 USD / kg (23,600 kg) | 4.35 USD / kg (-) | - (-) | ||||||
| United States | -46.3% | 2 | - (-) | 0.98 USD / kg (26,500 kg) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | ||||||
| Morocco | +16.5% | 1 | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | ||||||
| Denmark | - | 1 | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | ||||||
| Namibia | - | 50 | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | ||||||
| Myanmar [Burma] | +18.1% | 5 | 5.99 USD / kg (972 kg) | 3.00 USD / kg (240 kg) | - (-) | 4.00 USD / kg (42 kg) | 3.00 USD / kg (1,597.4 kg) | - (-) | ||||||
| Colombia | - | 2 | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | 3.96 USD / kg (10,000 kg) | - (-) |
Frozen Snakehead Global Supply Chain Coverage
494 companies
181 exporters and 313 importers are mapped for Frozen Snakehead.
Exporters and importers can use Tridge Supply Chain Intelligence company profiles and analytics to identify counterparties for Frozen Snakehead, benchmark reach, and prioritize outreach by market.
Frozen Snakehead Export Supplier Intelligence, Trade Flows, and Price Signals
181 exporter companies are mapped in Tridge Supply Chain Intelligence for Frozen Snakehead. Exporters and importers can use company profiles and analytics to evaluate supplier coverage, trading activity, and route opportunities.
Frozen Snakehead Top Exporters and Supplier Profiles
Review leading exporter profiles while benchmarking against 181 total exporter companies in the Frozen Snakehead supply chain intelligence network. Exporters and importers can unlock company profiles and analytics to qualify partners faster.
(China)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-02-28
Recently Export Partner Companies: 1
Employee Size: 101 - 500 Employees
Industries: Animal ProductionFood Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: Distribution / WholesaleFood ManufacturingFarming / Production / Processing / Packing
Exporting Countries: United States
Supplying Products: Frozen Snakehead, Frozen Redfish, Frozen Pompano +4
(China)
Latest Export Transaction: 2025-12-19
Recently Export Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Fishing AquacultureOthersFood Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: Farming / Production / Processing / PackingOthersFood Manufacturing
Exporting Countries: United States
Supplying Products: Frozen Snakehead, Frozen Sea Bass, Rice Cakes +5
(Vietnam)
Latest Export Transaction: 2025-12-05
Recently Export Partner Companies: 2
Industries: Food Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: Food Manufacturing
Exporting Countries: Vietnam, Malaysia, Philippines, Thailand
Supplying Products: Frozen Snakehead, Frozen Catfish, Dried Catfish +3
(China)
Latest Export Transaction: 2025-10-29
Recently Export Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Fishing AquacultureFood Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: Trade
(Vietnam)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-01-10
Recently Export Partner Companies: 2
Industries: Fishing AquacultureFood Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: TradeFarming / Production / Processing / Packing
Exporting Countries: Singapore, Vietnam, British Virgin Islands
Supplying Products: Frozen Snakehead, Fresh Crab, Fresh Snakehead +5
(China)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-02-28
Industries: Others
Value Chain Roles: Farming / Production / Processing / Packing
Exporting Countries: United States
Supplying Products: Frozen Snakehead, Fresh Snakehead, Frozen Snakehead Fillets
Frozen Snakehead Global Exporter Coverage
181 companies
Exporter company count is a key signal for Frozen Snakehead supply depth and sourcing optionality.
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Top Exporting Countries for Frozen Snakehead (HS Code 030469) in 2024
For Frozen Snakehead in 2024, compare export volume and value across the top 10 supplier countries to map core supply structure.
| Rank | Country | Volume | Value | Report |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Malaysia | 1,415,411.39 kg | 3,615,698.954 USD | View → |
| 2 | Namibia | 619,765.6 kg | 3,332,997.721 USD | View → |
| 3 | Thailand | 1,079,330 kg | 1,548,411.59 USD | View → |
| 4 | Poland | 54,099 kg | 653,342 USD | View → |
| 5 | Hong Kong | 205,586 kg | 453,579.899 USD | View → |
| 6 | Germany | 37,782 kg | 448,982.239 USD | View → |
| 7 | Canada | 87,746 kg | 256,573.915 USD | View → |
| 8 | Czechia | 20,930 kg | 215,808 USD | View → |
| 9 | Turkiye | 22,933 kg | 109,231 USD | View → |
| 10 | Denmark | 16,740 kg | 108,335.631 USD | View → |
Frozen Snakehead Export Trade Flow and Partner Country Summary
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Frozen Snakehead Import Buyer Intelligence, Demand Signals, and Price Benchmarks
313 importer companies are mapped for Frozen Snakehead demand intelligence. Use Supply Chain Intelligence company profiles and analytics to prioritize buyers, distributors, and downstream demand partners by market.
Frozen Snakehead Top Buyers, Importers, and Demand Partners
Review leading buyer profiles and compare them against 313 total importer companies tracked for Frozen Snakehead. Exporters and importers can use Supply Chain Intelligence company profiles and analytics to evaluate buyer quality and demand concentration.
(Malaysia)
Latest Import Transaction: 2025-11-03
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Food Wholesalers
Value Chain Roles: -
(Singapore)
Latest Import Transaction: 2025-04-26
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Food ManufacturingFood Wholesalers
Value Chain Roles: -
(United States)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-02-28
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Brokers And Trade AgenciesFishing AquacultureOthers
Value Chain Roles: -
(South Korea)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-02-10
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Food Services And Drinking PlacesFood WholesalersFood ManufacturingOthersBeverage Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: -
(United States)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-02-28
Industries: Others
Value Chain Roles: -
(United States)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-02-28
Industries: Brokers And Trade AgenciesFood Wholesalers
Value Chain Roles: -
Global Importer Coverage
313 companies
Importer company count highlights the current depth of demand-side visibility for Frozen Snakehead.
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Top Import Demand Countries for Frozen Snakehead (HS Code 030469) in 2024
For Frozen Snakehead in 2024, compare import volume and value across the top 10 demand countries to identify priority markets.
| Rank | Country | Volume | Value | Report |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Hong Kong | 3,902,672 kg | 9,607,933.872 USD | View → |
| 2 | South Korea | 528,100.3 kg | 8,341,675 USD | View → |
| 3 | United States | 1,123,960 kg | 6,118,480 USD | View → |
| 4 | Malaysia | 1,152,400.77 kg | 4,729,625.576 USD | View → |
| 5 | Italy | 442,308 kg | 3,633,159.382 USD | View → |
| 6 | Canada | 499,761.81 kg | 2,822,247.336 USD | View → |
| 7 | Australia | 412,505.5 kg | 2,129,828.136 USD | View → |
| 8 | Thailand | 198,890.06 kg | 1,603,735.56 USD | View → |
| 9 | Portugal | 55,977 kg | 839,961.873 USD | View → |
| 10 | Romania | 102,224.357 kg | 555,186.83 USD | View → |
Frozen Snakehead Import Trade Flow and Origin Country Summary
Analyze Frozen Snakehead origin-to-destination trade flows by value, volume, and share to monitor demand-side sourcing channels.
Classification
Product TypeRaw Material
Product FormFrozen
Industry PositionPrimary Aquaculture Product
Raw Material
Commodity GroupFreshwater fish
Scientific NameChanna spp.
PerishabilityHigh
Growing Conditions
- Warm freshwater environments (ponds, cages, canals, floodplain systems) common in tropical and subtropical Asia
- Tolerant of relatively low dissolved oxygen compared with many other freshwater fish, but quality and growth depend strongly on water quality and feed management
Main VarietiesStriped snakehead (Channa striata), Giant snakehead (Channa micropeltes)
Consumption Forms
- Frozen whole (gutted) fish
- Frozen steaks/portions
- Frozen boneless fillets
Grading Factors
- Species identity and labeling accuracy
- Cut style and trim standard (whole gutted, steaks, fillet) and bone removal level
- Glaze level and net weight after deglazing
- Sensory quality (odor, color) and absence of freezer burn
- Compliance with destination-market food safety requirements (residues, contaminants, microbiological criteria)
Market
Frozen snakehead is a traded freshwater fish product sourced primarily from tropical and subtropical Asia, where snakehead species are produced through a mix of aquaculture and inland capture fisheries. International transactions commonly involve frozen whole (gutted) fish, steaks, or boneless fillets shipped through frozen cold chains to regional Asian markets and diaspora-driven demand hubs. Comparable global trade statistics can be difficult to isolate because snakehead is often grouped under broader “frozen fish” or “frozen fish fillet” customs categories rather than consistently reported as a single, distinct traded line. Market access and pricing are therefore strongly influenced by food-safety compliance (residues, hygiene) and cold-chain integrity rather than standardized, transparent global benchmarks.
Market GrowthNot Mentioned
Major Producing Countries
- ChinaSignificant producer of freshwater fish including snakehead species; supply supports large domestic demand and some export-oriented processing.
- VietnamImportant Southeast Asian production and processing base for freshwater fish products; frozen formats support export distribution.
- ThailandRegional producer and processor of freshwater fish products; frozen supply supports domestic and cross-border trade.
- IndiaNotable South Asian producer of snakehead species for domestic consumption with potential for regional trade in frozen formats.
- BangladeshNotable producer of inland freshwater fish including snakehead species, largely oriented to domestic markets.
- IndonesiaProducer of freshwater fish products for domestic consumption and selective export channels; frozen distribution supports inter-island logistics.
Specification
Major VarietiesStriped snakehead (Channa striata), Giant snakehead (Channa micropeltes)
Physical Attributes
- Firm, lean white-to-pale flesh typically marketed as boneless fillet, steaks, or whole (gutted) frozen fish
- Freshwater species where off-flavor risk (earthy/muddy notes) can occur if pre-harvest water quality and handling are poor
Compositional Metrics
- Buyer specifications commonly define net weight after deglazing, allowable glaze percentage, and drip loss expectations
- Microbiological criteria and contaminant/residue compliance are commonly embedded in buyer and regulatory specifications for frozen fish products
Grades
- Commercial grading typically follows buyer specifications (species identity, cut style, trim, bone removal, defect tolerance) aligned to HACCP-based controls and applicable Codex guidance for fish and fishery products
Packaging
- Food-grade inner packaging (e.g., poly bag or vacuum pack) with master cartons for export cold chains
- Product forms commonly packed as frozen fillets/portions or frozen whole (gutted) fish, often glazed to reduce dehydration
ProcessingCommon freezing formats include block-frozen and IQF portions/fillets, often with surface glazingCut style (whole gutted, steaks, fillet) and bone removal level are key commercial differentiators
Supply Chain
Value Chain
- Aquaculture or inland capture landing -> rapid chilling -> primary processing (heading/gutting/filleting/portioning) -> washing and trimming -> freezing (block or IQF) and optional glazing -> packaging and labeling -> frozen storage -> reefer container or frozen trucking -> importer cold store -> wholesale/distribution -> retail/foodservice
Demand Drivers
- Strong culinary demand in South and Southeast Asia for snakehead in soups, curries, and steamed dishes, supporting regional trade in frozen cuts
- Diaspora-driven demand in overseas markets for familiar freshwater fish species in frozen formats
Temperature
- Frozen storage and transport typically target -18°C or colder with strict avoidance of thaw-refreeze cycles to protect texture, yield, and food safety
- Cold-chain monitoring (time-temperature logging) is commonly used in export programs to reduce quality claims and border issues
Risks
Food Safety HighBorder rejections and buyer delistings can occur if frozen snakehead shipments fail food-safety controls (e.g., antimicrobial residues, contaminants, hygiene failures, or temperature abuse leading to quality and safety concerns). This risk can disrupt trade quickly because import regimes for fish products commonly rely on plant approvals, HACCP verification, and sampling/inspection at entry.Maintain HACCP-based controls, residue monitoring plans aligned with destination market requirements, supplier qualification, and verified cold-chain integrity (including temperature records from freezing to delivery).
Aquaculture Health MediumDisease outbreaks and water-quality shocks in freshwater systems can cause sudden mortality and supply interruptions, especially in high-density pond and cage culture. Production shortfalls can tighten frozen raw material availability for processors and raise procurement costs.Strengthen farm biosecurity, water-quality monitoring, and stocking-density management; diversify sourcing across multiple production regions and suppliers.
Cold Chain MediumTemperature excursions during storage or transit can cause dehydration, increased drip loss, texture degradation, and elevated complaint/rejection risk. Frozen fish quality degradation is often irreversible once thaw-refreeze occurs.Use validated freezing and storage protocols, continuous temperature monitoring, and clear specifications for glazing, packaging, and handling across logistics partners.
Traceability And Labeling MediumSpecies identification and product naming can be inconsistent across markets, and snakehead may be marketed under multiple common names or grouped within broader fish categories. Mislabeling or inadequate traceability can trigger compliance issues and buyer distrust.Implement species verification where appropriate (documentation and, when required, DNA testing), standardized labeling, and end-to-end lot traceability from farm/landing to export batch.
Sustainability
- Freshwater aquaculture water-quality management (effluent, nutrient loading) and associated local environmental impacts in intensive production areas
- Feed sourcing and traceability expectations for farmed freshwater fish supply chains (where commercial feed inputs are used)
- Biosecurity and invasive-species concerns associated with snakehead species, shaping regulatory attention and traceability expectations
Labor & Social
- Worker safety risks in cold environments (cold stores, freezing rooms) and knife-intensive processing lines
- Migrant and contracted labor oversight in fish processing clusters in parts of Asia, with buyer audits increasingly used as a governance mechanism
FAQ
Why is it hard to find snakehead-specific global import/export totals?Snakehead trade is often reported inside broader customs categories for frozen fish or frozen fish fillets rather than consistently tracked as a single distinct line item. As a result, global databases can show frozen fish trade trends while still making it difficult to isolate snakehead-only flows.
What are the most important handling requirements for frozen snakehead in international trade?The key requirement is maintaining an unbroken frozen cold chain—typically -18°C or colder—from freezing through storage, shipping, and delivery. Avoiding thaw-refreeze cycles is critical because temperature abuse can permanently damage texture, increase drip loss, and raise rejection risk.
Where is snakehead production most concentrated globally?Snakehead species are most closely associated with tropical and subtropical Asia, with production and consumption centered across South Asia, Southeast Asia, and parts of China. Supply for frozen products typically comes from inland freshwater aquaculture and inland capture fisheries in these regions.
Sources
Frozen Snakehead Country Coverage for Suppliers, Export Flows, and Prices
Explore country-level Frozen Snakehead market pages for supplier coverage, trade flows, and price benchmarks.
All country market pages: Thailand, Vietnam, India, South Korea, Japan, New Zealand, Indonesia, United States, China, Malaysia, Hong Kong, Peru, Philippines, Tanzania, Bangladesh, Italy, Pakistan, Cambodia, Myanmar [Burma], Netherlands, Germany, Qatar, Sweden, Kuwait, Spain, Turkiye, Morocco, Poland, Portugal, United Kingdom, Uganda, Egypt, France, Brazil, Canada, Ukraine, United Arab Emirates, Mauritius, Czechia, Norway, Oman, South Africa, Kenya, Uruguay, Singapore, Iceland, Colombia, Australia, Ecuador, Greece, Nicaragua, Saudi Arabia, Lithuania, Kazakhstan, Dominican Republic, Denmark, Bulgaria, Croatia, Belgium, Austria, Azerbaijan, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Barbados, Bahrain, Bermuda, Brunei, Bahamas, Botswana, Belize, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Switzerland, Chile, Cyprus, Estonia, Finland, Guatemala, Honduras, Hungary, Ireland, Israel, Luxembourg, Latvia, Montenegro, Madagascar, Macao, Maldives, Namibia, Niger, Nepal, Panama, Romania, Serbia, Slovenia, Slovakia, El Salvador, Taiwan, Venezuela, Samoa, Zambia, Zimbabwe
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