Sub Product
Fresh Dressed Hake, Fresh Hake Fillet, Fresh Hake Steak, Fresh Whole Hake
Derived Products
Dried Hake, Frozen Hake
Last Updated
2026-06-29
Key takeaways for search and sourcing teams
- Fresh Hake market coverage spans 60 countries.
- 296 exporter companies and 172 importer companies are indexed in the global supply chain intelligence network for this product.
- 4,365 supplier-linked transactions are summarized across the top 13 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 2026-06-29.
Global Supplier Transactions, Export Activity, and Price Benchmarks for Fresh Hake
Analyze 4,365 supplier-linked transactions across the top 13 countries, with monthly unit-price benchmarks to track export competitiveness and sourcing risk for Fresh Hake.
Fresh Hake Country YoY Change in Supplier Transactions and Export Momentum
Compare positive and negative YoY shifts in Fresh Hake to identify accelerating supplier markets and weakening export corridors.
Top YoY shifts for Fresh Hake: South Africa (-67.2%), Spain (+62.2%), Italy (+51.7%).
Fresh Hake Country-Level Supplier Transaction and Unit Price Summary
As of 2025-08, benchmark Fresh Hake country transaction counts with monthly unit price and volume to prioritize supplier and export markets.
In 2026-01, countries with visible Fresh Hake transaction unit prices: Uruguay (31.00 USD / kg), Chile (5.38 USD / kg), Argentina (4.38 USD / kg), South Africa (2.23 USD / kg), Mexico (1.25 USD / kg).
| Country | YoY Change | Transaction Count | 2025-08 | 2025-09 | 2025-10 | 2025-11 | 2025-12 | 2026-01 | 2026-02 | 2026-03 | 2026-04 | 2026-05 | 2026-06 | 2026-07 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brazil | +0.0% | 1 | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | ||||||
| Argentina | +11.5% | 2,166 | 2.71 USD / kg (6,123,154.889 kg) | 2.43 USD / kg (9,264,853.464 kg) | 2.20 USD / kg (7,403,156.887 kg) | 3.54 USD / kg (349,592 kg) | 3.87 USD / kg (329,937.999 kg) | 4.38 USD / kg (186,562.3 kg) | ||||||
| Chile | +5.9% | 1,359 | 5.17 USD / kg (280,766.44 kg) | 6.05 USD / kg (103,753.12 kg) | 5.64 USD / kg (428,156.8 kg) | 5.61 USD / kg (629,068.1 kg) | 5.61 USD / kg (644,612.899 kg) | 5.38 USD / kg (589,012.42 kg) | ||||||
| Mexico | -12.8% | 141 | 1.21 USD / kg (971,370 kg) | 1.42 USD / kg (79,020 kg) | 1.25 USD / kg (168,898.6 kg) | 1.06 USD / kg (387,005.6 kg) | 1.41 USD / kg (577,020 kg) | 1.25 USD / kg (81,000 kg) | ||||||
| Panama | - | 8 | - (-) | - (-) | 4.40 USD / kg (136.36 kg) | - (-) | 4.40 USD / kg (164.54 kg) | - (-) | ||||||
| Uruguay | - | 7 | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | 15.74 USD / kg (100 kg) | 31.00 USD / kg (42,000 kg) | ||||||
| Spain | +62.2% | 351 | 2.85 USD / kg (2,228,860 kg) | 2.95 USD / kg (6,147,759 kg) | 2.92 USD / kg (1,548,772 kg) | - (-) | 5.00 USD / kg (50 kg) | - (-) | ||||||
| South Africa | -67.2% | 311 | 4.16 USD / kg (21,773.16 kg) | 3.54 USD / kg (18,766.85 kg) | 3.27 USD / kg (7,763.73 kg) | 2.44 USD / kg (15,852.5 kg) | 2.90 USD / kg (13,159.49 kg) | 2.23 USD / kg (24,850.17 kg) | ||||||
| Canada | - | 3 | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | 3.15 USD / kg (40 kg) | - (-) | - (-) | ||||||
| Italy | +51.7% | 6 | - (-) | - (-) | 20.92 USD / kg (6 kg) | - (-) | 15.65 USD / kg (16.4 kg) | - (-) |
Fresh Hake Global Supply Chain Coverage
468 companies
296 exporters and 172 importers are mapped for Fresh Hake.
Exporters and importers can use Tridge Supply Chain Intelligence company profiles and analytics to identify counterparties for Fresh Hake, benchmark reach, and prioritize outreach by market.
Fresh Hake Export Supplier Intelligence, Trade Flows, and Price Signals
296 exporter companies are mapped in Tridge Supply Chain Intelligence for Fresh Hake. Exporters and importers can use company profiles and analytics to evaluate supplier coverage, trading activity, and route opportunities.
Fresh Hake Top Exporters and Supplier Profiles
Review leading exporter profiles while benchmarking against 296 total exporter companies in the Fresh Hake supply chain intelligence network. Exporters and importers can unlock company profiles and analytics to qualify partners faster.
(Namibia)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-05-29
Employee Size: Over 1000 Employees
Sales Revenue: USD Over 1B
Industries: Food ManufacturingFood Services And Drinking PlacesGrocery Stores
Value Chain Roles: Distribution / WholesaleRetail
Exporting Countries: Botswana
Supplying Products: Fresh Hake, Fresh Jack Mackerel, Fresh Whole Hake
(Argentina)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-05-29
Recently Export Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Brokers And Trade AgenciesFishing AquacultureFood ManufacturingFood Packaging
Value Chain Roles: Trade
(Argentina)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-04-22
Recently Export Partner Companies: 1
Employee Size: 1 - 10 Employees
Industries: Fishing AquacultureFood ManufacturingFood Packaging
Value Chain Roles: Distribution / WholesaleFarming / Production / Processing / PackingFood Manufacturing
(Mexico)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-05-29
Employee Size: Over 1000 Employees
Sales Revenue: USD Over 1B
Industries: Online Retail And FulfillmentOthers
Value Chain Roles: Distribution / WholesaleRetail
(Argentina)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-05-29
Recently Export Partner Companies: 2
Employee Size: 11 - 50 Employees
Industries: Fishing AquacultureFood ManufacturingFood Services And Drinking Places
Value Chain Roles: Distribution / WholesaleFarming / Production / Processing / PackingTrade
(South Korea)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-05-29
Recently Export Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Others
Value Chain Roles: Trade
Fresh Hake Global Exporter Coverage
296 companies
Exporter company count is a key signal for Fresh Hake supply depth and sourcing optionality.
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Fresh Hake Import Buyer Intelligence, Demand Signals, and Price Benchmarks
172 importer companies are mapped for Fresh Hake demand intelligence. Use Supply Chain Intelligence company profiles and analytics to prioritize buyers, distributors, and downstream demand partners by market.
Fresh Hake Top Buyers, Importers, and Demand Partners
Review leading buyer profiles and compare them against 172 total importer companies tracked for Fresh Hake. Exporters and importers can use Supply Chain Intelligence company profiles and analytics to evaluate buyer quality and demand concentration.
(Namibia)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-05-29
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Employee Size: 101 - 500 Employees
Sales Revenue: USD 10M - 50M
Industries: Fishing AquacultureFood ManufacturingFood Services And Drinking Places
Value Chain Roles: South Africa, Zambia
(Spain)
Latest Import Transaction: 2025-12-09
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Brokers And Trade AgenciesFishing AquacultureFood Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: -
(Namibia)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-05-29
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Fishing AquacultureFood ManufacturingFood Packaging
Value Chain Roles: -
(Canada)
Latest Import Transaction: 2025-12-29
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Fishing AquacultureFood Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: -
(South Africa)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-05-29
Industries: Fishing AquacultureFood ManufacturingFood Packaging
Value Chain Roles: -
(Namibia)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-05-29
Employee Size: Over 1000 Employees
Industries: Fishing AquacultureFood Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: -
Global Importer Coverage
172 companies
Importer company count highlights the current depth of demand-side visibility for Fresh Hake.
Use Supply Chain Intelligence analytics and company profiles to identify active Fresh Hake buyers, compare partner density by country, and refine GTM priorities.
Global Wholesale Supplier Price Trends by Country for Fresh Hake
Fresh Hake Monthly Wholesale Supplier Price Summary by Country
Monthly Fresh Hake wholesale unit-price benchmarks by country for export and sourcing decisions.
In 2026-01, countries with visible Fresh Hake wholesale unit prices: Spain (14.33 USD / kg), France (13.29 USD / kg), Brazil (3.18 USD / kg).
| Country | 2025-08 | 2025-09 | 2025-10 | 2025-11 | 2025-12 | 2026-01 | 2026-02 | 2026-03 | 2026-04 | 2026-05 | 2026-06 | 2026-07 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spain | 13.27 USD / kg | 12.18 USD / kg | 12.35 USD / kg | 11.78 USD / kg | 13.39 USD / kg | 14.33 USD / kg | ||||||
| France | 10.10 USD / kg | 12.64 USD / kg | 12.90 USD / kg | 12.81 USD / kg | 12.79 USD / kg | 13.29 USD / kg | ||||||
| Brazil | 1.69 USD / kg | 1.80 USD / kg | 1.96 USD / kg | 2.07 USD / kg | 1.83 USD / kg | 3.18 USD / kg | ||||||
| Colombia | 5.44 USD / kg | 5.53 USD / kg | 5.54 USD / kg | - | - | - | ||||||
| Ukraine | 3.31 USD / kg | 3.32 USD / kg | 3.29 USD / kg | 3.26 USD / kg | 3.25 USD / kg | - |
Fresh Hake Wholesale Price Competitiveness by Major Exporting Countries
Compare Fresh Hake wholesale price ranges and YoY changes across the top 5 exporting countries to benchmark supplier price competitiveness.
Latest Fresh Hake Wholesale Export Price Updates
Use the latest 5 Fresh Hake wholesale updates to validate current export price points and origin-level supplier changes.
| Date | Entry Name | Unit Price (USD) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-06-01 | PES**** ***************** ** * ******* *** ***** | 1.76 USD / kg | |
| 2026-06-01 | PES**** ***************** ** * ******* *** ***** | 2.46 USD / kg | |
| 2026-06-01 | Хек ** ******** *********** * ******* **** | 3.20 USD / kg | |
| 2026-06-01 | PES**** ***************** ** * ******* *** ***** | 2.97 USD / kg | |
| 2026-06-01 | Хек ***** ******* *** * ******* **** | 5.38 USD / kg |
Global Farmgate Supplier Price Trends by Country for Fresh Hake
Fresh Hake Monthly Farmgate Supplier Price Summary by Country
Monthly Fresh Hake farmgate unit-price benchmarks by country to monitor supplier-side cost movement.
In 2025-08, countries with visible Fresh Hake farmgate unit prices: Denmark (5.03 USD / kg).
| Country | 2025-08 | 2025-09 | 2025-10 | 2025-11 | 2025-12 | 2026-01 | 2026-02 | 2026-03 | 2026-04 | 2026-05 | 2026-06 | 2026-07 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Denmark | 5.03 USD / kg | - | - | - | - | - |
Fresh Hake Farmgate Cost Trends by Major Exporting Supplier Countries
Compare Fresh Hake 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 | 4.03 USD / kg | 2.61 USD / kg | 5.54 USD / kg | -16.7% |
Latest Fresh Hake Farmgate Export Cost Updates
Review the latest 5 Fresh Hake farmgate updates to monitor origin-side export cost and supplier pricing shifts.
| Date | Entry Name | Unit Price (USD) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-08-01 | Fre** **** ************** ************ * *** * * ****** *********** ******* *********** ***** * ****** | 0.78 USD / kg | |
| 2025-08-01 | Fre** **** ********* ************ * *** * * ****** *********** ******* *********** ***** * ****** | 1.25 USD / kg | |
| 2025-08-01 | Fre** **** ******** ************ * *** * * **** * ****** | 6.47 USD / kg | |
| 2025-08-01 | Fre** **** ************** ************ * *** * * ****** *********** ******* *********** ***** * ****** | 7.77 USD / kg | |
| 2025-08-01 | Fre** **** ********* ************ * *** * * **** * ****** | 3.54 USD / kg |
Classification
Product TypeRaw Material
Product FormFresh
Industry PositionPrimary Fishery Product
Raw Material
Commodity GroupMarine whitefish (demersal)
Scientific NameMerluccius spp.
PerishabilityHigh
Growing Conditions
- Wild-capture species typically associated with continental shelf and upper slope waters; demersal habitat requirements vary by stock and region
- Availability depends on oceanographic conditions and fisheries access/management rather than cultivation inputs
Main VarietiesEuropean hake (Merluccius merluccius), Argentine hake (Merluccius hubbsi), Cape hakes (Merluccius capensis, Merluccius paradoxus), Pacific hake / Pacific whiting (Merluccius productus)
Consumption Forms
- Fresh/chilled whole fish (headed and gutted) and fresh fillets
- Frozen fillets/blocks and value-added breaded products (as an alternative when fresh supply is constrained)
Grading Factors
- Core temperature and icing condition at receipt
- Freshness indicators (odour, eyes/gills condition, texture/firmness)
- Size/weight class and yield (for fillet programs)
- Physical damage (bruising, gaping), cleanliness, and defect limits
- Species and origin/management area documentation for compliance and labeling
Market
Fresh hake is a globally traded demersal whitefish (typically Merluccius spp.) supplied primarily from wild-capture fisheries in the Northeast Atlantic (European hake) and the South Atlantic/Southeast Pacific (e.g., Argentine and South African/Namibian hakes). Because it is highly perishable, international trade in "fresh/chilled" product is often regional (e.g., within Europe or within the Americas), while frozen hake formats carry most long-distance trade. Market availability and pricing are strongly influenced by stock assessments, quota/management decisions, and seasonal operational constraints, with traceability and sustainability requirements increasingly shaping buyer preferences. Food-safety and quality outcomes depend heavily on rapid chilling, strict time-temperature control, and (where applicable) effective parasite risk management.
Market Growth
Major Producing Countries
- SpainMajor catcher and processor of European hake in the Northeast Atlantic; also a key hub market in Europe (FAO FishStatJ/ICES contexts).
- ArgentinaKey producer of Argentine hake (Merluccius hubbsi) and major supplier into regional and export markets (FAO FishStatJ context).
- NamibiaMajor producer of Cape hakes (Merluccius capensis/paradoxus) in the Benguela system; strong export orientation (FAO FishStatJ/BCC contexts).
- South AfricaMajor producer of Cape hakes in the Benguela system; significant processing and export trade (FAO FishStatJ/BCC contexts).
- United StatesProducer of Pacific hake (Merluccius productus, often marketed as Pacific whiting), with management under the U.S. West Coast system (PFMC context).
- ChileProduces hake species (e.g., Merluccius gayi) with trade in fresh and frozen forms; importance varies by year and stock (FAO FishStatJ context).
- PeruProduces hake species (e.g., Merluccius gayi peruanus) with trade primarily influenced by domestic/regional dynamics and stock conditions (FAO FishStatJ context).
Major Exporting Countries
- ArgentinaLarge exporter of hake products; fresh/chilled flows tend to be regional while frozen forms serve longer-distance markets (ITC Trade Map/FAO contexts).
- NamibiaExport-focused hake sector supplying EU and other markets; trade commonly includes frozen and value-added forms (ITC Trade Map/FAO contexts).
- South AfricaExports hake in multiple formats; EU-facing supply chains emphasize traceability and sustainability requirements (ITC Trade Map/FAO contexts).
- SpainExports fresh and processed whitefish products within Europe; also functions as an import and re-export/processing hub (ITC Trade Map context).
- United StatesExports Pacific hake/whiting products; fresh/chilled exports are limited relative to frozen and processed forms (ITC Trade Map/PFMC contexts).
Major Importing Countries
- SpainLarge import market and processing/redistribution hub for hake and other whitefish within Europe (ITC Trade Map context).
- ItalySignificant European demand for whitefish, including hake, across retail and foodservice channels (ITC Trade Map context).
- FranceMajor consumer and importer of whitefish products in Europe; fresh/chilled trade is comparatively more important within regional supply chains (ITC Trade Map context).
- PortugalHigh per-capita seafood consumption market in Europe with imports spanning fresh and frozen whitefish categories (FAO/ITC contexts).
Specification
Major VarietiesEuropean hake (Merluccius merluccius), Argentine hake (Merluccius hubbsi), Pacific hake / Pacific whiting (Merluccius productus), Cape hake (Merluccius capensis), Deep-water Cape hake (Merluccius paradoxus), Chilean hake (Merluccius gayi), Peruvian hake (Merluccius gayi peruanus)
Physical Attributes
- Lean white flesh with mild flavor; commonly sold as whole (headed/gutted) or as fillets/loins
- Quality is highly sensitive to handling damage (bruising, gaping) and time-temperature control from catch to consumer
Compositional Metrics
- Buyer specifications commonly reference freshness indicators (sensory scores/odour/texture), core temperature at receipt, and time since catch/processing rather than a single universal compositional threshold
Grades
- Commercial grading commonly uses size bands (weight class) and freshness/quality condition (sensory and defect limits) aligned to buyer programs and destination-market rules
Packaging
- Fresh/chilled: insulated seafood boxes (often EPS) with flake ice or gel packs; absorbent pads and liners to manage meltwater
- Fresh fillets: overwrapped trays or vacuum/MAP retail packs in some markets; secondary cartons for distribution
Supply Chain
Value Chain
- Wild capture (trawl/other) -> onboard icing/chilling -> landing/auction -> primary processing (heading/gutting/filleting) -> chilled packing with ice -> refrigerated transport (road/short sea/air) -> wholesale/retail/foodservice
Demand Drivers
- Stable global demand for mild-tasting whitefish in retail and foodservice
- Substitution dynamics versus other whitefish species depending on price and availability
- Buyer requirements for verified legal origin, traceability, and sustainability claims (e.g., third-party certification or fishery improvement programs)
Temperature
- Target near-melting ice temperatures for fresh fish; strict time-temperature control is critical from vessel to buyer
- Rapid chilling after capture and continuous cold chain reduce spoilage risk and preserve texture
Atmosphere Control
- Modified-atmosphere packaging (MAP) may be used for fresh fillets in retail programs where shelf-life extension is needed, subject to destination-market food safety controls
Shelf Life
- Fresh hake has a short commercial shelf life; delivery speed and cold-chain integrity are key determinants of sellable days at destination
Risks
Stock And Quota Volatility HighFresh hake supply is highly exposed to wild-stock variability and fisheries management controls (e.g., TAC/quota changes, seasonal closures, and area restrictions). A negative stock assessment, stricter quota setting, or operational disruption in a major hake-producing region can rapidly tighten availability and shift trade flows, particularly for fresh/chilled channels that cannot buffer long disruptions with inventory.Diversify approved origins/species equivalents (within buyer labeling rules), secure forward contracts with flexible product forms (fresh and frozen), and require verifiable traceability to management area and vessel/landing documentation.
Cold Chain Integrity HighFresh hake quality deteriorates quickly if icing, core-temperature control, or transit timelines fail, raising rejection risk, wastage, and food-safety exposure. This is amplified in longer or multi-leg supply chains and during warm-season logistics stress.Specify maximum time-temperature windows, require data-logged temperature monitoring, and use validated insulated packaging/icing plans matched to transit duration.
IUU And Traceability Compliance MediumSeafood trade faces ongoing regulatory and buyer scrutiny on legality and traceability; weak documentation or complex transshipment can create border delays, detentions, or reputational harm. Hake and other whitefish categories can also face species substitution/mislabeling without robust controls.Implement end-to-end chain-of-custody documentation, species verification where relevant (e.g., DNA testing programs), and align import documentation to destination-market catch documentation requirements.
Food Safety MediumFresh fish can present microbiological spoilage risks and, for some whitefish, parasite considerations that require appropriate controls. Compliance with destination-market hygiene, temperature, and (where applicable) parasite-risk management is necessary to avoid recalls and border actions.Apply Codex-aligned HACCP controls, verify hygiene and chilling practices at landing/processing, and follow destination-market requirements for parasite controls in fishery products.
Sustainability
- Stock status and quota/effort management outcomes are central because hake supply is primarily wild-capture and varies by stock and year (FAO/ICES and national management contexts)
- IUU fishing and product mislabeling risks in global seafood supply chains increase compliance and reputational exposure without strong traceability systems (FAO PSMA context)
- Bycatch and benthic ecosystem impacts from demersal trawl fisheries can be material sustainability issues, driving buyer scrutiny and fishery improvement actions
Labor & Social
- Labor and human-rights risks in parts of the fishing and seafood processing sector (including forced labor and unfair recruitment practices) require due diligence and social auditing for international buyers (ILO Work in Fishing Convention context)
FAQ
What does “hake” usually refer to in global seafood trade?In global trade, “hake” typically refers to several closely related whitefish species in the genus Merluccius (e.g., European hake, Argentine hake, Cape hakes, and Pacific hake/whiting). Buyer specifications often need to name the exact species (scientific name) and origin/management area because supply, quality, and compliance requirements can differ by stock and region.
Why is fresh hake trade more regional than frozen hake trade?Fresh hake is highly perishable and depends on very tight time-temperature control, so “fresh/chilled” trade tends to concentrate in shorter, faster lanes (such as within Europe). Frozen hake formats can be stored and shipped for longer periods, making them better suited to long-distance intercontinental trade.
What is the biggest global risk that can disrupt fresh hake availability?The most critical risk is wild-stock and quota volatility: changes in stock assessments, TAC/quota decisions, closures, or operational disruptions in major producing regions can quickly reduce supply. Because fresh channels cannot rely on long inventory buffers, these shocks can translate rapidly into shortages and price swings.
Sources
Fresh Hake Country Coverage for Suppliers, Export Flows, and Prices
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All country market pages: Spain, Ukraine, Portugal, United States, Argentina, France, Serbia, Russia, South Africa, Chile, Italy, Peru, China, Mexico, Brazil, Poland, Uruguay, Singapore, Israel, Panama, Lithuania, Bulgaria, Greece, Lebanon, Thailand, Ivory Coast, Latvia, Japan, Moldova, Germany, Belarus, Slovakia, Belgium, Hungary, Denmark, Estonia, Lesotho, Ghana, Colombia, Bolivia, United Arab Emirates, Albania, Aruba, Azerbaijan, Canada, Dominican Republic, Algeria, United Kingdom, Georgia, Ireland, Jordan, Morocco, Malawi, Namibia, Nigeria, Puerto Rico, Paraguay, Romania, Taiwan, Vietnam
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