Sub Product
Atlantic Dried Cod, Cold Smoked Dried Cod, Hot Smoked Dried Cod, Pacific Dried Cod, +3
Raw Materials
Fresh Cod
HS Code
030551
Last Updated
2026-05-10
Key takeaways for search and sourcing teams
- Mexico Dried Cod market intelligence page includes 0 premium suppliers.
- 5 sampled export transactions for Mexico are summarized.
- 37 export partner companies and 6 import partner companies are mapped for Dried Cod in Mexico.
- Wholesale sample entries: 5; farmgate sample entries: 0.
- 1 export partner countries and 1 import partner countries are ranked.
- Latest reference year in this page dataset is 2026.
- Page data last updated on 2026-05-10.
Dried Cod Export Supplier Intelligence, Price Trends, and Trade Flows in Mexico
37 export partner companies are tracked for Dried Cod in Mexico. Use Supply Chain Intelligence company profiles and analytics to validate exporter coverage, partner quality, and route priorities.
Explore Dried Cod export intelligence in Mexico, including 5 sampled supplier transactions, monthly unit-price ranges, and partner-country trade flow patterns for HS Code 030551.
Scatter points are sampled from 6.2% of the full transaction dataset.
Sample Export Supplier Transaction Records for Dried Cod in Mexico
5 sampled Dried Cod transactions in Mexico include date, origin, and partner-country context to benchmark export prices and supplier trading patterns.
Dried Cod sampled transaction unit prices by date in Mexico: 2025-11-01: 0.46 USD / kg, 2025-10-19: 0.10 USD / kg, 2025-10-18: 0.50 USD / kg, 2025-10-12: 0.20 USD / kg, 2025-10-08: 1.00 USD / kg.
| Date | Reported Product | Unit Price | Exporter | Importer | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-11-01 | BAC***** ****** ******* ***** ***** ***** *************** | 0.46 USD / kg | (Mexico) | (United States) | |
| 2025-10-19 | BAC***** ****** ******* ***** ***** ***** *************** | 0.10 USD / kg | (Mexico) | (United States) | |
| 2025-10-18 | BAC***** ****** ******* ***** ***** ***** *************** | 0.50 USD / kg | (Mexico) | (United States) | |
| 2025-10-12 | BAC***** ****** ******* ***** ***** ***** *************** | 0.20 USD / kg | (Mexico) | (United States) | |
| 2025-10-08 | BAC***** ****** ******* ***** ***** ***** *************** | 1.00 USD / kg | (Mexico) | (United States) |
Top Dried Cod Export Suppliers and Companies in Mexico
Review leading exporter profiles and benchmark them against 37 total export partner companies tracked for Dried Cod in Mexico. Use Supply Chain Intelligence company profiles and analytics to shortlist sourcing and export partners faster.
(Mexico)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-04-10
Industries: Beverage ManufacturingOthersFood PackagingFood Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: TradeFood ManufacturingDistribution / Wholesale
(Mexico)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-04-10
Industries: Food ManufacturingFood PackagingOthers
Value Chain Roles: Food ManufacturingFarming / Production / Processing / PackingOthers
(Mexico)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-04-10
Employee Size: 11 - 50 Employees
Sales Revenue: USD 1M - 5M
Industries: Food ManufacturingFood WholesalersFood Packaging
Value Chain Roles: Distribution / WholesaleTrade
(Mexico)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-04-10
Employee Size: 11 - 50 Employees
Sales Revenue: USD 1M - 5M
Industries: Fishing AquacultureFood Services And Drinking PlacesFood Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: TradeDistribution / Wholesale
(Mexico)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-04-10
Employee Size: 51 - 100 Employees
Sales Revenue: USD 10M - 50M
Industries: Food Wholesalers
Value Chain Roles: Distribution / Wholesale
(Mexico)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-04-10
Industries: Food WholesalersBrokers And Trade AgenciesFood Packaging
Value Chain Roles: Distribution / WholesaleTrade
Mexico Export Partner Coverage
37 companies
Total export partner company count is a core signal of Mexico export network depth for Dried Cod.
Exporters and importers can open Supply Chain Intelligence company profiles and analytics to assess Dried Cod partner concentration, capacity signals, and trade relevance in Mexico.
Annual Export Value, Volume, and Supplier Market Size for Dried Cod in Mexico (HS Code 030551)
Analyze 3 years of Dried Cod export volume and value in Mexico to evaluate supplier market growth, seasonality, and trade volatility.
| Year | Volume | Value |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 101,264 | 43,083 USD |
| 2023 | 33,218 | 13,552 USD |
| 2022 | 38,582 | 13,899 USD |
Top Destination Markets for Dried Cod Exports from Mexico (HS Code 030551) in 2024
For 2024, compare export volume and value across the top 1 destination countries for Dried Cod exports from Mexico.
| Rank | Country | Volume | Value |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | United States | 101,264 | 43,083 USD |
Dried Cod Import Buyer Intelligence and Price Signals in Mexico: Buyers, Demand, and Trade Partners
6 import partner companies are tracked for Dried Cod in Mexico. Exporters and importers can use Supply Chain Intelligence company profiles and analytics to analyze buyer demand, partner density, and downstream channels.
Scatter points are sampled from 53.8% of the full transaction dataset.
Sample Import Transaction and Price Records for Dried Cod in Mexico
5 sampled Dried Cod import transactions in Mexico provide date, origin, and trade-country context to benchmark price levels and demand-side trading patterns.
Dried Cod sampled import transaction unit prices by date in Mexico: 2025-12-29: 25.91 USD / kg, 2025-12-11: 22.10 USD / kg, 2025-12-08: 18.70 USD / kg, 2025-12-01: 16.10 USD / kg, 2025-11-05: 13.70 USD / kg.
| Date | Reported Product | Unit Price | Exporter | Importer | Origin | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-12-29 | BAC**** * * * ******* * * * ******* ******** * * * * *** * **** | 25.91 USD / kg | (-) | (-) | - | |
| 2025-12-11 | LOM* ** ******* ****** ***** ****** | 22.10 USD / kg | (-) | (-) | - | |
| 2025-12-08 | BAC**** ***** ****** | 18.70 USD / kg | (-) | (-) | - | |
| 2025-12-01 | BAC***** ****** * ** | 16.10 USD / kg | (-) | (-) | - | |
| 2025-11-05 | BAC**** ***** ****** | 13.70 USD / kg | (-) | (-) | - |
Top Dried Cod Buyers, Importers, and Demand Partners in Mexico
Review leading buyer profiles and compare them with 6 total import partner companies tracked for Dried Cod in Mexico. Exporters and importers can use Supply Chain Intelligence company profiles and analytics to evaluate demand-side partner fit.
(Mexico)
Latest Import Transaction: 2025-10-07
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Beverage ManufacturingFood ManufacturingFood Packaging
Value Chain Roles: Food ManufacturingFarming / Production / Processing / Packing
(Mexico)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-04-10
Industries: Food ManufacturingFood Services And Drinking PlacesFood Wholesalers
Value Chain Roles: Food ManufacturingDistribution / WholesaleTrade
(Mexico)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-04-10
Industries: Food ManufacturingFishing Aquaculture
Value Chain Roles: Food ManufacturingTradeFarming / Production / Processing / Packing
(Mexico)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-04-10
Industries: Others
Value Chain Roles: Trade
(Mexico)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-04-10
Industries: Food ManufacturingBeverage ManufacturingFood Packaging
Value Chain Roles: Food ManufacturingTradeDistribution / Wholesale
(Mexico)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-04-10
Industries: Food PackagingBeverage ManufacturingFood Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: Distribution / WholesaleFarming / Production / Processing / PackingFood Manufacturing
Mexico Import Partner Coverage
6 companies
Import partner company count highlights demand-side visibility for Dried Cod in Mexico.
Use Supply Chain Intelligence analytics and company profiles to identify active Dried Cod importers, distributors, and buyer networks in Mexico.
Annual Import Value, Volume, and Demand Size for Dried Cod in Mexico (HS Code 030551)
Track 3 years of Dried Cod import volume and value in Mexico to assess demand growth and market momentum.
| Year | Volume | Value |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 1,071,755 | 8,532,884 USD |
| 2023 | 182,000 | 1,552,650 USD |
| 2022 | 147,500 | 1,282,537 USD |
Top Origin Supplier Countries Supplying Dried Cod to Mexico (HS Code 030551) in 2024
For 2024, compare import volume and value across the top 1 origin supplier countries supplying Dried Cod to Mexico.
| Rank | Country | Volume | Value |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Norway | 1,071,755 | 8,532,884 USD |
Dried Cod Wholesale Supplier Price Trends in Mexico
Track Dried Cod wholesale supplier price benchmarks and recent export price updates in Mexico.
Historical Dried Cod Wholesale Supplier Prices in Mexico (USD/kg)
Yearly average, lower, and upper Dried Cod wholesale prices with YoY changes provide benchmark data for supplier pricing and export competitiveness in Mexico.
Dried Cod yearly average wholesale prices in Mexico: 2021: 16.83 USD / kg, 2022: 19.06 USD / kg, 2023: 21.46 USD / kg, 2024: 20.07 USD / kg, 2025: 17.95 USD / kg, 2026: 22.84 USD / kg.
| Year | Average Unit Price | Lower Unit Price | Upper Unit Price | YoY Change |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 16.83 USD / kg | 15.85 USD / kg | 19.72 USD / kg | - |
| 2022 | 19.06 USD / kg | 18.94 USD / kg | 19.94 USD / kg | - |
| 2023 | 21.46 USD / kg | 17.84 USD / kg | 24.59 USD / kg | - |
| 2024 | 20.07 USD / kg | 15.98 USD / kg | 24.25 USD / kg | - |
| 2025 | 17.95 USD / kg | 15.68 USD / kg | 21.82 USD / kg | - |
| 2026 | 22.84 USD / kg | 22.16 USD / kg | 23.29 USD / kg | - |
Latest Dried Cod Wholesale Export Price Updates in Mexico
Use the latest 5 updates to check current Dried Cod wholesale export price points and origin-level changes in Mexico.
Dried Cod latest wholesale updates by date in Mexico: 2026-04-01: 22.96 USD / kg, 2024-02-01: 16.36 USD / kg, 2023-08-01: 18.09 USD / kg, 2023-03-01: 24.59 USD / kg, 2021-09-01: 15.85 USD / kg.
| Date | Entry Name | Unit Price (USD) | Origin Country | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-04-01 | Bac**** * ****** ** ******** ************ *********** ******* ******** | 22.96 USD / kg | - | |
| 2024-02-01 | Bac**** * ****** ** ******** ********** ******** ******* ******* ******** | 16.36 USD / kg | - | |
| 2023-08-01 | Bac**** * ****** ** ******** ************ *********** ******* ******* | 18.09 USD / kg | - | |
| 2023-03-01 | Bac**** * ****** ** ******** ***************** ***** ***** ******* ******** | 24.59 USD / kg | - | |
| 2021-09-01 | Bac**** * ****** ** ******** ************ *********** ******* **** ********** | 15.85 USD / kg | - |
Classification
Product TypeProcessed Food
Product FormDried
Industry PositionProcessed Seafood Product
Market
Dried cod (commonly sold as bacalao) is an import-dependent specialty seafood product in Mexico, with consumption strongly associated with the December holiday season. UN Comtrade trade data for HS 030551 (dried cod, not smoked) indicates Mexico’s imports are dominated by Norway, anchoring supply to North Atlantic fisheries and processing. Market integrity is a recurring concern: Oceana has documented frequent species substitution in products sold as bacalao in Mexico City, increasing buyer emphasis on verified species and traceability. Importers must manage SENASICA entry requirements for animal/aquatic products and ensure Spanish packaged-food labeling compliance (NOM-051) to avoid border or market enforcement actions.
Market RoleImport-dependent consumer market (net importer)
Domestic RoleCulturally important seasonal consumption product (bacalao dishes), supplied primarily through imports
SeasonalityImport availability can be year-round, but demand and retail activity peak in December (holiday season).
Specification
Primary VarietyAtlantic cod (Gadus morhua)
Secondary Variety
- Greenland cod (Gadus ogac)
- Pacific cod (Gadus macrocephalus)
Physical Attributes
- Dried pieces/fillets/loins with low moisture
- Salted or unsalted variants may be present in market (product-specific label verification required)
Packaging
- Bulk packaging for import and distribution; retail packs must carry Spanish labeling compliant with NOM-051 when sold as prepackaged food
Supply Chain
Value Chain
- Origin processing (drying; often salting for bacalao-style products) → ocean freight → Mexican port/entry point → SENASICA OISA documentary/physical checks → importer warehousing → retail (supermarkets/fishmongers) and foodservice
Temperature
- Dried product handling focuses on keeping product dry and protected from contamination rather than refrigerated cold-chain continuity.
Shelf Life
- Shelf-life is typically longer than fresh seafood, but is sensitive to moisture ingress and packaging integrity (confirm on supplier specification).
Freight IntensityLow
Transport ModeSea
Risks
Regulatory Compliance HighNon-compliance with SENASICA import requirements for animal/aquatic products (or document mismatches versus the applicable requirements) can lead to detention, delays, or rejection at the point of entry, disrupting time-sensitive seasonal supply.Before booking freight, verify the exact requirements in the relevant SENASICA consultation modules and run a pre-shipment document/label checklist aligned to the HRZ/certificate requirements; use an experienced Mexican customs broker and importer of record.
Product Integrity HighSpecies substitution in products sold as bacalao has been documented in Mexico City, creating legal, reputational, and conservation risks (including substitution with threatened sharks/rays).Source from audited suppliers with species-verification controls, require traceability documentation to lot level, and consider periodic DNA testing during peak season.
Labeling HighNOM-051 labeling non-compliance for prepackaged foods can prevent legal commercialization and can trigger enforcement actions against imported products.Design Mexico-specific Spanish labels (or authorized stickers where applicable) before distribution; ensure importer responsibility and border procedures for NOM compliance are in place.
Seasonality MediumDemand is highly seasonal (holiday-driven), increasing exposure to price spikes, short-notice replenishment needs, and inventory risk if demand forecasts are off.Contract volumes ahead of Q4, stage inventory earlier using the product’s shelf-stable characteristics, and diversify approved origins/suppliers where feasible.
Logistics MediumOcean freight volatility and routing disruptions can affect landed cost and arrival timing for imported dried cod, especially when shipping close to peak season.Ship earlier for peak-season sales, use buffer inventory, and negotiate freight-inclusive terms with clear delivery windows.
Sustainability
- Seafood species substitution (consumer fraud) documented in Mexico City bacalao market; substitution can include rays and shark species with conservation concerns.
- Traceability policy gap highlighted by civil society calls for a national traceability standard for fishery products.
Labor & Social
- Market transparency and consumer fraud risk (species substitution) is a prominent social/compliance theme for bacalao sold in Mexico, especially during peak season.
FAQ
What HS category is commonly used to classify dried cod for trade reporting into Mexico?Dried cod is commonly reported under HS heading 0305 (fish, dried/salted/in brine; smoked fish). For dried cod not smoked, Mexico trade reporting commonly uses HS 030551 (as reflected in UN Comtrade data accessed via WITS).
Which Mexican authorities are most relevant for importing dried cod and getting it cleared for sale?SENASICA is central for import procedures and certification/requirements for regulated animal and aquatic products at points of entry, and NOM-051 labeling compliance is enforced through Mexico’s regulatory system (with COFEPRIS actions documented for imported products that do not comply).
Is seafood fraud a real concern for bacalao in Mexico?Yes. Oceana has publicly documented that products sold as bacalao in Mexico City can be substituted with other species, including rays and sharks, which is why verified species identity and traceability are important commercial controls.
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Raw materials: Fresh Cod
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