Derived Products
Frozen Cusk Eel
HS Code
030289
Last Updated
2026-06-11
Key takeaways for search and sourcing teams
- Fresh Cusk Eel market coverage spans 120 countries.
- 36 exporter companies and 26 importer companies are indexed in the global supply chain intelligence network for this product.
- 214 supplier-linked transactions are summarized across the top 3 countries.
- 0 premium suppliers and 0 catalog items are currently listed.
- Wholesale sample entries: 5; farmgate sample entries: 3.
- Latest reference year in this page dataset is 2026.
- Page data last updated on 2026-06-11.
Global Supplier Transactions, Export Activity, and Price Benchmarks for Fresh Cusk Eel
Analyze 214 supplier-linked transactions across the top 3 countries, with monthly unit-price benchmarks to track export competitiveness and sourcing risk for Fresh Cusk Eel.
Fresh Cusk Eel Country YoY Change in Supplier Transactions and Export Momentum
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Top YoY shifts for Fresh Cusk Eel: Panama (-25.3%), Mexico (+17.1%).
Fresh Cusk Eel Country-Level Supplier Transaction and Unit Price Summary
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In 2025-12, countries with visible Fresh Cusk Eel transaction unit prices: Mexico (11.04 USD / kg), Panama (4.40 USD / kg).
| Country | YoY Change | Transaction Count | 2025-07 | 2025-08 | 2025-09 | 2025-10 | 2025-11 | 2025-12 | 2026-01 | 2026-02 | 2026-03 | 2026-04 | 2026-05 | 2026-06 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Panama | -25.3% | 146 | 4.40 USD / kg (3,432.66 kg) | 4.40 USD / kg (5,778.94 kg) | 4.40 USD / kg (3,294.03 kg) | 4.40 USD / kg (68.18 kg) | 4.40 USD / kg (959.06 kg) | 4.40 USD / kg (4,081.7 kg) | ||||||
| Mexico | +17.1% | 63 | 5.08 USD / kg (6,645.8 kg) | 5.68 USD / kg (15,674 kg) | 7.16 USD / kg (8,524 kg) | 8.00 USD / kg (854 kg) | - (-) | 11.04 USD / kg (769 kg) | ||||||
| United States | - | 5 | 4.71 USD / kg (1,394.8 kg) | 5.63 USD / kg (3,676.5 kg) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) |
Fresh Cusk Eel Global Supply Chain Coverage
62 companies
36 exporters and 26 importers are mapped for Fresh Cusk Eel.
Exporters and importers can use Tridge Supply Chain Intelligence company profiles and analytics to identify counterparties for Fresh Cusk Eel, benchmark reach, and prioritize outreach by market.
Fresh Cusk Eel Export Supplier Intelligence, Trade Flows, and Price Signals
36 exporter companies are mapped in Tridge Supply Chain Intelligence for Fresh Cusk Eel. Exporters and importers can use company profiles and analytics to evaluate supplier coverage, trading activity, and route opportunities.
Fresh Cusk Eel Top Exporters and Supplier Profiles
Review leading exporter profiles while benchmarking against 36 total exporter companies in the Fresh Cusk Eel supply chain intelligence network. Exporters and importers can unlock company profiles and analytics to qualify partners faster.
(Netherlands)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-05-11
Recently Export Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Crop Production
Value Chain Roles: Farming / Production / Processing / Packing
Exporting Countries: Kazakhstan
Supplying Products: Fresh Cusk Eel
(Indonesia)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-05-11
Industries: Others
Value Chain Roles: Trade
Exporting Countries: Thailand, United States, Germany, France, Canada, Hong Kong
Supplying Products: Fresh Cusk Eel, Fresh Sea Star, Fresh Seepweed
(Taiwan)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-05-11
Industries: Others
Value Chain Roles: Trade
Exporting Countries: Bangladesh, Indonesia
Supplying Products: Fresh Jellyfish, Fresh Cusk Eel, Fresh Grunt +5
(Mexico)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-05-11
Recently Export Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Animal ProductionOthers
Value Chain Roles: Distribution / WholesaleTrade
Exporting Countries: United States
Supplying Products: Fresh Redfish, Fresh Cusk Eel, Fresh Snapper +1
(Ecuador)
Latest Export Transaction: 2025-11-21
Recently Export Partner Companies: 1
Employee Size: 1 - 10 Employees
Industries: Animal ProductionBrokers And Trade Agencies
Value Chain Roles: Distribution / WholesaleTrade
Exporting Countries: United States
Supplying Products: Fresh Lizard Fish, Fresh Cusk Eel, Fresh Catfish +1
(Argentina)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-05-11
Industries: Others
Value Chain Roles: Distribution / Wholesale
Exporting Countries: Spain, Portugal, Italy, United States
Supplying Products: Fresh Grouper, Fresh Sea Bream, Fresh Cusk Eel +5
Fresh Cusk Eel Global Exporter Coverage
36 companies
Exporter company count is a key signal for Fresh Cusk Eel supply depth and sourcing optionality.
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Top Exporting Countries for Fresh Cusk Eel (HS Code 030289) in 2024
For Fresh Cusk Eel in 2024, compare export volume and value across the top 10 supplier countries to map core supply structure.
| Rank | Country | Volume | Value |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Netherlands | 14,879,130.305 kg | 183,232,910.625 USD |
| 2 | Myanmar [Burma] | 70,511,170.7 kg | 112,689,111.526 USD |
| 3 | Mexico | 6,296,518 kg | 65,876,892 USD |
| 4 | Denmark | 7,047,689.192 kg | 61,417,761.2 USD |
| 5 | Japan | 2,914,386 kg | 49,981,367.063 USD |
| 6 | United Kingdom | 4,452,934.776 kg | 45,419,415.549 USD |
| 7 | Spain | 5,438,942.22 kg | 43,121,402.35 USD |
| 8 | Panama | 11,067,118 kg | 41,645,777 USD |
| 9 | Iceland | 16,321,624 kg | 38,423,442.879 USD |
| 10 | Brazil | 5,188,897 kg | 35,487,772 USD |
Fresh Cusk Eel Export Trade Flow and Partner Country Summary
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Fresh Cusk Eel Import Buyer Intelligence, Demand Signals, and Price Benchmarks
26 importer companies are mapped for Fresh Cusk Eel demand intelligence. Use Supply Chain Intelligence company profiles and analytics to prioritize buyers, distributors, and downstream demand partners by market.
Fresh Cusk Eel Top Buyers, Importers, and Demand Partners
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(Thailand)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-05-11
Employee Size: 1 - 10 Employees
Industries: Others
Value Chain Roles: -
(United States)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-05-11
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Others
Value Chain Roles: Mexico
(United States)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-05-11
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Employee Size: 11 - 50 Employees
Sales Revenue: USD 10M - 50M
Industries: Fishing Aquaculture
Value Chain Roles: -
(United States)
Latest Import Transaction: 2025-06-13
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Employee Size: 11 - 50 Employees
Sales Revenue: USD 1M - 5M
Industries: Food ManufacturingFood Services And Drinking PlacesFood Wholesalers
Value Chain Roles: -
(United States)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-05-11
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Others
Value Chain Roles: -
(United States)
Latest Import Transaction: 2025-11-21
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Others
Value Chain Roles: -
Global Importer Coverage
26 companies
Importer company count highlights the current depth of demand-side visibility for Fresh Cusk Eel.
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Top Import Demand Countries for Fresh Cusk Eel (HS Code 030289) in 2024
For Fresh Cusk Eel in 2024, compare import volume and value across the top 10 demand countries to identify priority markets.
| Rank | Country | Volume | Value |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | United States | 35,837,034 kg | 405,032,511 USD |
| 2 | Hong Kong | 25,130,787 kg | 211,133,189.327 USD |
| 3 | Spain | 21,198,914.05 kg | 154,092,309.772 USD |
| 4 | Italy | 15,075,253 kg | 153,191,423.64 USD |
| 5 | Malaysia | 70,457,748.492 kg | 119,451,955.502 USD |
| 6 | Thailand | 152,731,339 kg | 107,918,265.72 USD |
| 7 | Portugal | 6,002,170 kg | 42,352,007.172 USD |
| 8 | Netherlands | 7,762,375.903 kg | 40,793,087.067 USD |
| 9 | Canada | 4,690,696 kg | 37,140,877.524 USD |
| 10 | Denmark | 7,867,834 kg | 36,566,845.5 USD |
Fresh Cusk Eel Import Trade Flow and Origin Country Summary
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Global Wholesale Supplier Price Trends by Country for Fresh Cusk Eel
Fresh Cusk Eel Monthly Wholesale Supplier Price Summary by Country
Monthly Fresh Cusk Eel wholesale unit-price benchmarks by country for export and sourcing decisions.
In 2025-12, countries with visible Fresh Cusk Eel wholesale unit prices: Denmark (3.56 USD / kg).
Fresh Cusk Eel Wholesale Price Competitiveness by Major Exporting Countries
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Latest Fresh Cusk Eel Wholesale Export Price Updates
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| Date | Entry Name | Unit Price (USD) | |
|---|---|---|---|
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| 2026-04-01 | Bro*** *********** ** * ********* *** ******* *********** *********** *** | 4.49 USD / kg | |
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Global Farmgate Supplier Price Trends by Country for Fresh Cusk Eel
Fresh Cusk Eel Monthly Farmgate Supplier Price Summary by Country
Monthly Fresh Cusk Eel farmgate unit-price benchmarks by country to monitor supplier-side cost movement.
In 2025-08, countries with visible Fresh Cusk Eel farmgate unit prices: Denmark (2.62 USD / kg).
| Country | 2025-07 | 2025-08 | 2025-09 | 2025-10 | 2025-11 | 2025-12 | 2026-01 | 2026-02 | 2026-03 | 2026-04 | 2026-05 | 2026-06 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Denmark | 1.01 USD / kg | 2.62 USD / kg | - | - | - | - |
Fresh Cusk Eel Farmgate Cost Trends by Major Exporting Supplier Countries
Compare Fresh Cusk Eel farmgate price levels and YoY changes across the top 1 exporting countries to understand origin-side supplier cost structure.
| Rank | Country | Average | Lower | Upper | YoY |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Denmark | 1.59 USD / kg | 0.63 USD / kg | 3.09 USD / kg | -25.4% |
Latest Fresh Cusk Eel Farmgate Export Cost Updates
Review the latest 3 Fresh Cusk Eel farmgate updates to monitor origin-side export cost and supplier pricing shifts.
| Date | Entry Name | Unit Price (USD) | |
|---|---|---|---|
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| 2025-07-01 | Fre** **** *** ********* ************ * *** * * **** * ****** | 1.98 USD / kg | |
| 2025-02-01 | Fre** **** *** ******** ************ * *** * * **** * ****** | 2.81 USD / kg |
Classification
Product TypeRaw Material
Product FormFresh
Industry PositionPrimary Fisheries Product
Raw Material
Commodity GroupDemersal marine finfish (cusk-eels, family Ophidiidae)
Scientific NameGenypterus blacodes
PerishabilityHigh
Growing Conditions
- Wild-caught saltwater demersal species associated with benthic habitats
- Observed/marketed as a deepwater fish (commonly reported in the ~50–500 m range in Chile and ~300–500 m range in New Zealand sources)
Main VarietiesMarketed under multiple commercial names including ling, golden kingklip, and rosada (species: Genypterus blacodes)
Consumption Forms
- Fresh/chilled: H&G, fillets (skin on/off), portions
- Frozen: H&G and fillets/portions; supplier-listed frozen formats may include IQF/IWP
Grading Factors
- Presentation/spec (H&G, fillet, portions; skin-on vs skinless)
- Size/average length or weight classes used by suppliers
- Freshness handling outcomes (appearance/odor/texture) consistent with buyer receiving specs for fresh/chilled fish
Market
Fresh cusk-eel in international trade most commonly refers to pink cusk-eel/kingklip/ling (Genypterus blacodes), a Southern Hemisphere demersal species marketed fresh/chilled and frozen. Supply is concentrated in a small set of fisheries—especially Chile (congrio dorado) and New Zealand (ling)—with exports linked to quota-managed capture systems. Key import demand includes Spain, the United States, and Portugal, with multiple commercial names used across markets that can complicate specification and labeling. A critical global market risk is fishery sustainability and quota tightening, particularly where stocks are assessed as overexploited.
Major Producing Countries
- ChileCongrio dorado (Genypterus blacodes) fishery is quota-managed; Chile reports overexploited status for both northern and southern units (2024) and exports to Spain, the United States, Portugal, Russia, and Brazil.
- New ZealandLing (Genypterus blacodes) is a managed deepwater fishery under New Zealand’s Quota Management System; MSC-certified fishery is referenced by New Zealand industry bodies.
- ArgentinaGenypterus blacodes occurs on the Argentine shelf and is studied in research surveys; commercial significance varies by area and season.
Major Exporting Countries
- ChileExport markets explicitly cited by Chile’s fisheries authority include Spain, the United States, Portugal, Russia, and Brazil; common export presentations include H&G, fillets (skin on/off), and portions.
- New ZealandLing is a significant export species for New Zealand; caught by trawl and longline and sold in dressed and fillet formats.
Major Importing Countries
- SpainNamed by Chile’s fisheries authority as a principal destination market for congrio dorado (Genypterus blacodes).
- United StatesNamed by Chile’s fisheries authority as a principal destination market for congrio dorado (Genypterus blacodes).
- PortugalNamed by Chile’s fisheries authority as a principal destination market for congrio dorado (Genypterus blacodes).
- RussiaNamed by Chile’s fisheries authority as a principal destination market for congrio dorado (Genypterus blacodes).
- BrazilNamed by Chile’s fisheries authority as a principal destination market for congrio dorado (Genypterus blacodes).
Supply Calendar
- Chile:Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov, DecChile indicates extraction is permitted year-round for congrio dorado under regulated access and quota controls.
- New Zealand:Oct, NovNew Zealand industry sources describe ling as caught year-round with an Oct–Nov peak season (seller/brand supply profile).
Specification
Major VarietiesPink cusk-eel / ling / golden kingklip (Genypterus blacodes)
Physical Attributes
- Very white, firm flesh; widely marketed as boneless/large fillets and portions
- Demersal deepwater fish commonly taken by trawls and hooks/lines (gear profile varies by fishery)
Compositional Metrics
- Example nutrition panel from a Chilean supplier lists 76 kcal and 17% protein per 100 g raw fillet (edible portion)
Packaging
- Common international presentations include fresh or frozen product, sold as H&G, fillets (with and without skin), and portions
- Frozen formats may be listed as IQF/IWP by suppliers (format terminology varies by exporter and buyer specification)
ProcessingTypically marketed as fresh/chilled or frozen; primary value-add is heading/gutting and filleting into skin-on/skinless formats and portioning
Supply Chain
Value Chain
- Demersal fishing (trawl and/or longline) -> landing -> heading/gutting and filleting -> chilling/freezing -> export logistics -> importer/wholesaler distribution -> retail and foodservice
Demand Drivers
- Firm white flesh and large fillets/steaks that hold shape in cooking, supporting broad retail and foodservice use
Risks
Fisheries Management HighSupply and trade can be disrupted by stricter quota controls and reduced allowable catches where stocks are assessed as overexploited; Chile’s fisheries authority lists congrio dorado (Genypterus blacodes) as overexploited in 2024 for both northern and southern fishery units, indicating elevated risk of tightening management.Diversify sourcing across managed fisheries (e.g., Chile and New Zealand), contract with suppliers that can document legal origin and stock/fishery management status, and include flexibility for product form substitutions (H&G vs. fillets/portions).
Bycatch MediumDemersal capture gears used for this species include trawls and hooks/lines, and trawl fisheries in Chile explicitly include measures aimed at reducing incidental seabird capture—creating compliance and operational risk where mitigation is required.Specify bycatch-mitigation expectations in procurement (gear, mitigation devices, and auditability) and request evidence aligned to fishery management requirements.
Labeling And Species Identity MediumMultiple commercial designations are used across markets for Genypterus blacodes (e.g., kingklip/rosada/ling), increasing mislabeling and specification risk if contracts rely only on common names.Use scientific name (Genypterus blacodes) and relevant customs nomenclature in contracts, labels, and certificates, and align buyer specs to agreed presentation (H&G, skin-on/off fillets, portions).
Sustainability
- Stock status and quota tightening risk: Chile reports congrio dorado (Genypterus blacodes) as overexploited (2024) in both northern and southern units, implying ongoing management constraints for supply
- Bycatch and ecosystem interactions in demersal fisheries: key gears include trawls and hooks/lines; Chile lists administration aimed at reducing incidental seabird captures in trawl fisheries that include congrio dorado
- Certification and buyer sustainability screening: New Zealand ling fishery is presented by MSC and New Zealand industry sources as MSC-certified (fishery-specific, not species-wide)
FAQ
What species is typically meant by “fresh cusk-eel” in international trade?In many export markets, “cusk-eel” is commonly traded as pink cusk-eel/kingklip/ling with the scientific name Genypterus blacodes. Chile’s fisheries authority lists congrio dorado as Genypterus blacodes, and the EU commercial designations database maps Genypterus blacodes to specific fresh/chilled and frozen customs nomenclature entries.
Which countries are key global suppliers for fresh cusk-eel (Genypterus blacodes)?Chile and New Zealand are prominent suppliers in global trade: Chile’s authority documents congrio dorado (Genypterus blacodes) as an export species with multiple destination markets, while New Zealand industry sources describe ling (Genypterus blacodes) as a major managed fishery sold in dressed and fillet formats.
Is fresh cusk-eel available year-round?Availability can be close to year-round because it is a wild-caught demersal species: Chile indicates extraction is permitted in all months under regulated access and quota controls, and a New Zealand supplier profile describes ling as caught all year with a stated peak season in October–November.
Fresh Cusk Eel Country Coverage for Suppliers, Export Flows, and Prices
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All country market pages: Hong Kong, Japan, United States, Canada, China, Iceland, South Korea, France, Norway, Netherlands, Spain, United Kingdom, Denmark, Italy, Mexico, Germany, Myanmar [Burma], Portugal, Finland, Greece, Belgium, Morocco, Sweden, Turkiye, Ecuador, Argentina, Malaysia, Poland, Estonia, Indonesia, Lithuania, Thailand, Latvia, Singapore, Australia, Austria, Senegal, United Arab Emirates, Costa Rica, Brazil, Switzerland, India, Jordan, Panama, Vietnam, Israel, Nicaragua, Ireland, Oman, Peru, Cyprus, New Zealand, Kuwait, Brunei, Croatia, Macao, Bahrain, Guatemala, Romania, Tunisia, Jamaica, Mauritius, Andorra, Azerbaijan, Pakistan, Czechia, Sri Lanka, Saudi Arabia, Luxembourg, Uruguay, South Africa, El Salvador, Bulgaria, Madagascar, Slovenia, Albania, Armenia, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Barbados, Burkina Faso, Burundi, Bermuda, Bahamas, Botswana, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Ivory Coast, Chile, Colombia, Dominican Republic, Egypt, Ethiopia, Fiji, Gabon, Honduras, Hungary, Iran, Kenya, Cambodia, Kazakhstan, Liberia, Lesotho, Moldova, Montenegro, Macedonia, Malta, Maldives, Mozambique, Namibia, Niger, Nepal, Philippines, Qatar, Serbia, Slovakia, Togo, Ukraine, Uganda, Uzbekistan, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, Zambia
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