Fresh Filefish Suppliers, Trade & Prices — Market Overview 2026
Sub Product
Fresh Skinless Filefish, Fresh Sliced Filefish, Fresh Whole Filefish
Derived Products
Dried Filefish, Frozen Filefish
Last Updated
2026-08-16
Key takeaways for search and sourcing teams
- Fresh Filefish market coverage spans 8 countries.
- 27 exporter companies and 33 importer companies are indexed in the global supply chain intelligence network for this product.
- 141 supplier-linked transactions are summarized across the top 5 countries.
- Latest reference year in this page dataset is 2026.
- Page data last updated on 2026-08-16.
Global Supplier Transactions, Export Activity, and Price Benchmarks for Fresh Filefish
Analyze 141 supplier-linked transactions across the top 5 countries, with monthly unit-price benchmarks to track export competitiveness and sourcing risk for Fresh Filefish.
Fresh Filefish Country YoY Change in Supplier Transactions and Export Momentum
Compare positive and negative YoY shifts in Fresh Filefish to identify accelerating supplier markets and weakening export corridors.
Top YoY shifts for Fresh Filefish: Mexico (+182.4%), Japan (+8.3%), India (0.0%).
Fresh Filefish Country-Level Supplier Transaction and Unit Price Summary
As of 2025-09, benchmark Fresh Filefish country transaction counts with monthly unit price and volume to prioritize supplier and export markets.
In 2026-02, countries with visible Fresh Filefish transaction unit prices: Mexico (34.20 USD / kg).
| Country | YoY Change | Transaction Count | 2025-09 | 2025-10 | 2025-11 | 2025-12 | 2026-01 | 2026-02 | 2026-03 | 2026-04 | 2026-05 | 2026-06 | 2026-07 | 2026-08 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Japan | +8.3% | 81 | 54.27 USD / kg (6.02 kg) | 52.24 USD / kg (15.98 kg) | 60.00 USD / kg (15.8 kg) | 39.57 USD / kg (111.47 kg) | 34.20 USD / kg (70.1 kg) | - (-) | ||||||
| Mexico | +182.4% | 55 | 31.74 USD / kg (792.5 kg) | 31.17 USD / kg (990 kg) | 31.93 USD / kg (2,544 kg) | 24.25 USD / kg (2,408 kg) | 31.44 USD / kg (317 kg) | 34.20 USD / kg (68 kg) | ||||||
| India | 0.0% | 1 | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | 11.48 USD / kg (906 kg) | - (-) | ||||||
| United States | - | 1 | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | 23.72 USD / kg (12.74 kg) | - (-) | - (-) | ||||||
| Vietnam | - | 3 | - (-) | 4.76 USD / kg (4,080.4 kg) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) |
Fresh Filefish Global Supply Chain Coverage
60 companies
27 exporters and 33 importers are mapped for Fresh Filefish.
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Fresh Filefish Export Supplier Intelligence, Trade Flows, and Price Signals
27 exporter companies are mapped in Tridge Supply Chain Intelligence for Fresh Filefish. Exporters and importers can use company profiles and analytics to evaluate supplier coverage, trading activity, and route opportunities.
Fresh Filefish Top Exporters and Supplier Profiles
Review leading exporter profiles while benchmarking against 27 total exporter companies in the Fresh Filefish supply chain intelligence network. Exporters and importers can unlock company profiles and analytics to qualify partners faster.
(Japan)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-07-16
Recently Export Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Others
Value Chain Roles: Trade
Exporting Countries: Vietnam
Supplying Products: Fresh Filefish
(Kenya)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-07-16
Recently Export Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Fishing AquacultureOthers
Value Chain Roles: Distribution / WholesaleTrade
Exporting Countries: Uzbekistan
Supplying Products: Fresh Filefish, Fresh Sea Star, Fresh Snail +5
(Vietnam)
Latest Export Transaction: 2025-10-17
Recently Export Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Brokers And Trade AgenciesFishing AquacultureFood Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: Distribution / WholesaleTrade
Exporting Countries: Vietnam
Supplying Products: Dried Catfish, Fresh Filefish
(Indonesia)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-07-16
Industries: Others
Value Chain Roles: Trade
Exporting Countries: United States, Germany, Netherlands, Israel, France, United Kingdom, Brazil, Canada, Japan, Poland
Supplying Products: Fresh Anglerfish, Fresh Filefish, Fresh Gurnard +5
(Argentina)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-07-16
Recently Export Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Fishing AquacultureFood ManufacturingFood Packaging
Value Chain Roles: Distribution / WholesaleFarming / Production / Processing / PackingFood Manufacturing
Exporting Countries: Australia
Supplying Products: Fresh Coalfish Fillet, Fresh Perch, Fresh Filefish +5
(Japan)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-07-16
Recently Export Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Food Wholesalers
Value Chain Roles: Trade
Exporting Countries: South Korea
Supplying Products: Fresh Pomfrets, Fresh Sea Bream, Fresh Filefish +4
Fresh Filefish Global Exporter Coverage
27 companies
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Fresh Filefish Import Buyer Intelligence, Demand Signals, and Price Benchmarks
33 importer companies are mapped for Fresh Filefish demand intelligence. Use Supply Chain Intelligence company profiles and analytics to prioritize buyers, distributors, and downstream demand partners by market.
Fresh Filefish Top Buyers, Importers, and Demand Partners
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(Morocco)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-07-16
Industries: Food Wholesalers
Value Chain Roles: -
(United States)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-07-16
Sales Revenue: USD 10M - 50M
Industries: Animal ProductionFishing AquacultureFood Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: Costa Rica
(Vietnam)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-07-16
Recently Import Partner Companies: 3
Industries: Food ManufacturingFood Packaging
Value Chain Roles: Denmark, Canada, United States, Spain, South Korea, Singapore, Vietnam, Philippines, Hong Kong, Indonesia
(Vietnam)
Latest Import Transaction: 2025-10-17
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Employee Size: 101 - 500 Employees
Industries: Food Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: Vietnam
(Netherlands)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-07-16
Sales Revenue: USD 50M - 100M
Industries: Fishing AquacultureFood Wholesalers
Value Chain Roles: United States
(Kuwait)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-07-16
Industries: Others
Value Chain Roles: -
Global Importer Coverage
33 companies
Importer company count highlights the current depth of demand-side visibility for Fresh Filefish.
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Global Wholesale Supplier Price Trends by Country for Fresh Filefish
Fresh Filefish Monthly Wholesale Supplier Price Summary by Country
Monthly Fresh Filefish wholesale unit-price benchmarks by country for export and sourcing decisions.
In 2026-02, countries with visible Fresh Filefish wholesale unit prices: Hong Kong (12.24 USD / kg).
| Country | 2025-09 | 2025-10 | 2025-11 | 2025-12 | 2026-01 | 2026-02 | 2026-03 | 2026-04 | 2026-05 | 2026-06 | 2026-07 | 2026-08 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hong Kong | 11.90 USD / kg | 12.06 USD / kg | 11.95 USD / kg | 11.91 USD / kg | 12.00 USD / kg | 12.24 USD / kg |
Fresh Filefish Wholesale Price Competitiveness by Major Exporting Countries
Compare Fresh Filefish wholesale price ranges and YoY changes across the top 1 exporting countries to benchmark supplier price competitiveness.
| Rank | Country | Average | Lower | Upper | YoY |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Hong Kong | 11.93 USD / kg | 10.99 USD / kg | 12.61 USD / kg | +15.8% |
Latest Fresh Filefish Wholesale Export Price Updates
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| Date | Entry Name | Unit Price (USD) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-08-01 | 沙?(**** ********* * *** ***************** ******* ***** *********** ** *** **** ********* ************ ****** *** *** **** ****** | 6.17 USD / kg | |
| 2026-07-01 | 沙鯭(**** ********* * *** ***************** ******* ***** *********** ** *** **** ********* ************ ****** *** *** **** ****** | 6.12 USD / kg | |
| 2025-04-01 | Fil***** * *** ****** *** *** | 5.46 USD / kg |
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Classification
Product TypeRaw Material
Product FormFresh
Industry PositionPrimary Agricultural Product
Raw Material
Commodity GroupMarine finfish (coastal/demersal; species-dependent)
Scientific NameMonacanthidae (filefishes; multiple species marketed as filefish/leatherjacket)
PerishabilityHigh
Growing Conditions
- Marine coastal waters; habitat association varies by species (e.g., reef, seagrass, and nearshore environments)
Main VarietiesFilefish / leatherjacket (mixed species in trade, market-dependent)
Consumption Forms
- Fresh/chilled (whole or fillet)
- Frozen (whole or fillet) where supply chain supports it
Grading Factors
- Species identification clarity (consistent market name and, where feasible, scientific name)
- Freshness (odor, texture/firmness, and general appearance)
- Size/weight consistency within lots
- Handling damage, bruising, and dehydration
Market
Fresh filefish refers to a group of marine finfish (often marketed as “filefish” or “leatherjacket”) that are typically traded as fresh/chilled whole fish or fillets, with commerce often concentrated in regional coastal markets rather than large standardized global channels. Because “filefish” can cover multiple species, production and trade statistics are frequently not reported as a distinct category and instead appear under broader fish/finfish groupings in official datasets. Market dynamics are strongly shaped by freshness and cold-chain performance, local fishery seasonality, and buyer requirements for clear species identification and traceability. Regulatory attention to seafood traceability and anti-fraud controls can materially affect market access where product naming is ambiguous.
Specification
Physical Attributes
- Species group marketed as “filefish/leatherjacket”; appearance and eating quality vary by species
- Leathery/rough skin is common in many filefish species and can complicate manual skinning compared with scaled fish
- Typically sold whole (gutted) or as skinned fillets depending on destination market requirements
Grades
- Freshness-focused grading (appearance, odor, texture, and damage) is commonly used in trade for fresh marine finfish
Packaging
- Chilled whole fish commonly shipped in insulated boxes with ice and drainage control to maintain quality
- Chilled fillets (where traded) may be vacuum-packed or placed on absorbent pads within cartons for retail/foodservice distribution
ProcessingCommercial preparation often emphasizes skin removal and careful handling to reduce surface damage and dehydration during chilled storage
Supply Chain
Value Chain
- Wild capture -> onboard icing/chilling -> landing/auction -> grading and packing -> chilled distribution -> retail/foodservice
Demand Drivers
- Regional cuisine demand for mild white-flesh fish in coastal markets
- Price-sensitive substitution among comparable demersal/coastal whitefish
- Premiums for verified species labeling and consistent freshness
Temperature
- Rapid chilling immediately after harvest and maintaining near-ice temperatures through handling and transport are critical to limit spoilage
Atmosphere Control
- Modified-atmosphere or vacuum packaging may be used for chilled fillets in some channels, but effectiveness depends on hygiene and strict cold-chain control
Shelf Life
- Shelf life is highly variable by species, initial quality, and cold-chain continuity; fresh/chilled product is generally time-sensitive
Risks
Traceability And Species Identification High“Filefish” is a market name that can cover multiple species, increasing the risk of mislabeling, species substitution, and inconsistent buyer specifications; this can trigger regulatory enforcement, buyer disputes, and reputational damage, and it also makes it difficult to cleanly track trade flows in official statistics.Require species-level labeling (common name plus scientific name where feasible), strengthen supplier approval and documentation (catch documentation/lot traceability), and use periodic species-verification testing (e.g., DNA methods) for high-risk supply chains.
Cold Chain And Quality Loss MediumFresh/chilled filefish quality is sensitive to temperature abuse and handling damage; spoilage or dehydration can rapidly reduce marketability and increase rejects, especially over longer transport distances.Implement rapid post-harvest chilling, enforce cold-chain monitoring through distribution, and define clear receiving specifications and rejection criteria with suppliers.
Fisheries Management Data Gaps MediumFor niche or mixed-species products, stock assessment and management information may be limited or not species-specific, complicating sustainability claims and increasing exposure to sourcing from poorly managed fisheries.Prefer suppliers participating in credible fishery improvement efforts or verified management frameworks, and request gear-area-season documentation to support responsible sourcing screening.
Regulatory Compliance MediumImport requirements can tighten around seafood traceability, labeling, and hygiene controls; ambiguous naming or incomplete documentation can cause delays, detentions, or rejections.Align labeling and documents to destination-market rules, maintain standardized product descriptions, and keep robust records from harvest through shipment.
Sustainability
- IUU fishing and traceability gaps are recurring risks for mixed-species marine landings in parts of global seafood supply chains
- Coastal habitat pressures and climate variability can affect availability for reef- and coastal-associated species (species- and region-dependent)
- Bycatch and gear impacts are important sustainability considerations for wild-capture coastal fisheries (gear- and region-dependent)
Labor & Social
- Labor rights and forced labor risks have been documented in parts of the fishing sector globally, increasing buyer due-diligence and import compliance expectations
- Small-scale and informal fisheries can face occupational safety and social protection gaps, affecting auditability and supplier qualification
FAQ
Why is it difficult to find global trade statistics specifically for “filefish”?“Filefish” is often a market name used for multiple species, and official trade data systems frequently group such products under broader fish categories rather than a single dedicated “filefish” line item. As a result, production and trade flows for filefish commonly appear embedded within aggregated finfish groupings rather than as a standalone statistic.
What is the biggest trade-disrupting risk for fresh filefish?The most critical risk is traceability and species identification. Because “filefish” can refer to multiple species, mislabeling or species substitution can lead to regulatory actions, buyer disputes, and loss of market access—especially in markets with stronger seafood traceability and anti-fraud expectations.
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