Parent Product
Fresh Cachama
Last Updated
2026-07-09
Key takeaways for search and sourcing teams
- Fresh Medium Cachama market coverage spans 2 countries.
- 4 exporter companies and 3 importer companies are indexed in the global supply chain intelligence network for this product.
- 17 supplier-linked transactions are summarized across the top 1 countries.
- 0 premium suppliers and 0 catalog items are currently listed.
- Wholesale sample entries: 0; farmgate sample entries: 0.
- Page data last updated on 2026-07-09.
Global Supplier Transactions, Export Activity, and Price Benchmarks for Fresh Medium Cachama
Analyze 17 supplier-linked transactions across the top 1 countries, with monthly unit-price benchmarks to track export competitiveness and sourcing risk for Fresh Medium Cachama.
Fresh Medium Cachama Country YoY Change in Supplier Transactions and Export Momentum
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Top YoY shifts for Fresh Medium Cachama: Brazil (+6.0%).
Fresh Medium Cachama Country-Level Supplier Transaction and Unit Price Summary
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In 2026-01, countries with visible Fresh Medium Cachama transaction unit prices: Brazil (3.18 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 | +6.0% | 17 | 3.07 USD / kg (11,579.92 kg) | 3.08 USD / kg (1,033.8 kg) | 3.15 USD / kg (6,712.2 kg) | 3.20 USD / kg (4,954.72 kg) | 3.13 USD / kg (2,717.95 kg) | 3.18 USD / kg (2,261.2 kg) |
Fresh Medium Cachama Global Supply Chain Coverage
7 companies
4 exporters and 3 importers are mapped for Fresh Medium Cachama.
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Fresh Medium Cachama Export Supplier Intelligence, Trade Flows, and Price Signals
4 exporter companies are mapped in Tridge Supply Chain Intelligence for Fresh Medium Cachama. Exporters and importers can use company profiles and analytics to evaluate supplier coverage, trading activity, and route opportunities.
Fresh Medium Cachama Top Exporters and Supplier Profiles
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(Peru)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-06-09
Employee Size: 1 - 10 Employees
Industries: Others
Value Chain Roles: Trade
Exporting Countries: Taiwan, Hong Kong
Supplying Products: Fresh Cachama, Fresh Catfish, Fresh Anguilla Eel +5
(Peru)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-06-09
Industries: Others
Value Chain Roles: Trade
Exporting Countries: China, United States, Hong Kong, Chile, Japan, Taiwan, Argentina, Canada, Germany
Supplying Products: Fresh Cachama, Fresh Catfish, Fresh Carp +5
(Peru)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-06-09
Industries: Others
Value Chain Roles: Trade
Exporting Countries: China, Hong Kong, Japan, United States, Taiwan, Malaysia, Netherlands, Singapore, Thailand
Supplying Products: Fresh Cachama, Fresh Carp, Fresh Largescale Blackfishes +5
(Peru)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-06-09
Industries: Animal ProductionBrokers And Trade AgenciesFishing AquacultureOthers
Value Chain Roles: Distribution / WholesaleFarming / Production / Processing / PackingOthersTrade
Exporting Countries: Japan, United States, China, Austria, Taiwan, Singapore, Malaysia, Hong Kong
Supplying Products: Fresh Cachama, Fresh Anguilla Eel, Fresh Catfish +5
Fresh Medium Cachama Global Exporter Coverage
4 companies
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Fresh Medium Cachama Import Buyer Intelligence, Demand Signals, and Price Benchmarks
3 importer companies are mapped for Fresh Medium Cachama demand intelligence. Use Supply Chain Intelligence company profiles and analytics to prioritize buyers, distributors, and downstream demand partners by market.
Fresh Medium Cachama Top Buyers, Importers, and Demand Partners
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(Peru)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-05-22
Industries: Brokers And Trade Agencies
Value Chain Roles: -
(Japan)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-06-09
Industries: Others
Value Chain Roles: -
(United States)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-06-09
Industries: Others
Value Chain Roles: -
Global Importer Coverage
3 companies
Importer company count highlights the current depth of demand-side visibility for Fresh Medium Cachama.
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Classification
Product TypeRaw Material
Product FormFresh
Industry PositionPrimary Agricultural Product
Raw Material
Commodity GroupFreshwater finfish (Serrasalmidae / pacu-tambaqui group)
PerishabilityHigh
Growing Conditions
- Warm tropical freshwater; Colossoma macropomum is commonly associated with ~22–28°C habitat range in reference databases
- Inland pond and cage aquaculture systems in river basins and reservoirs (country-specific)
Main VarietiesPiaractus brachypomus (cachama blanca / pirapitinga), Colossoma macropomum (cachama/cachama negra / tambaqui)
Consumption Forms
- Fresh/chilled whole fish or cuts
- Frozen product forms for longer-distance distribution
Grading Factors
- Size class (e.g., 'medium')
- Freshness indicators (appearance, odor) and handling damage
- Hygienic condition (cleanliness, proper evisceration/bleeding where used)
Market
Fresh cachama is a tropical freshwater finfish product typically referring to South American serrasalmid species sold into local and regional fresh-fish channels, with limited transparency in global customs statistics because the product is often grouped under broader fish categories. At the species level, FAO naming recognizes Piaractus brachypomus as “cachama blanca,” while Colossoma macropomum is widely associated with “cachama/cachama negra” and “tambaqui” in Brazil. Production is concentrated in inland aquaculture systems in South America, and FAO aquaculture statistics (as relayed via FishBase) also show reported aquaculture production of Piaractus brachypomus in China. Market performance in fresh form is strongly shaped by cold-chain execution and time–temperature control from harvest through retail.
Major Producing Countries
- BrazilNational statistics track tambaqui (Colossoma macropomum) as a key farmed fish species in Brazilian freshwater aquaculture.
- ColombiaCachama is included among nationally prioritized aquaculture species in government-led zoning work (UPRA/AUNAP).
- ChinaFAO aquaculture production reporting for Piaractus brachypomus is shown in FishBase’s FAO Aquaculture List (species-level aquaculture statistics relay).
- PeruFAO aquaculture production reporting for Piaractus brachypomus is shown in FishBase’s FAO Aquaculture List (species-level aquaculture statistics relay).
- BoliviaFAO aquaculture production reporting for Piaractus brachypomus is shown in FishBase’s FAO Aquaculture List (species-level aquaculture statistics relay).
Specification
Major VarietiesCachama blanca (Piaractus brachypomus), Cachama/cachama negra; tambaqui/black pacu (Colossoma macropomum)
Physical Attributes
- Tropical freshwater serrasalmid (pacu/tambaqui group); commonly marketed as fresh and frozen depending on channel and distance-to-market.
Packaging
- Fresh/chilled handling typically relies on rapid chilling (ice) and hygienic packaging consistent with Codex guidance for fresh fish.
Supply Chain
Value Chain
- Aquaculture harvest -> washing/rinsing as needed -> evisceration/cleaning (market-dependent) -> icing/chilling -> refrigerated transport -> wholesale/retail
Temperature
- For fresh (chilled) fish, chilling is only complete when product temperature approaches that of melting ice; time–temperature control is critical throughout distribution.
Shelf Life
- Fresh cachama is highly perishable in global distribution; loss of cold-chain continuity accelerates spoilage and constrains tradable distance and market reach.
Risks
Aquatic Animal Disease HighDisease emergence and re-emergence is a critical disruptor for tropical freshwater aquaculture supply, especially where production intensifies and live-fish or seed movements occur; outbreaks can cause rapid mortality, reduce output, and trigger movement or trade restrictions.Implement farm-level biosecurity, health surveillance, and responsible antimicrobial use aligned with FAO aquatic health guidance and WOAH Aquatic Code principles; tighten controls on broodstock and fingerling sourcing and movements.
Food Safety MediumFresh fish trade performance depends on hygiene and cold-chain control; failures in chilling and handling can increase microbiological risk and spoilage, leading to rejection and market loss.Apply Codex Code of Practice controls for fresh fish handling, including rapid chilling and prerequisite hygiene programs; use HACCP-based controls where applicable.
Traceability And Species Identification Medium“Cachama” can refer to multiple closely related species and market names (e.g., Piaractus and Colossoma), creating labeling and documentation risk in cross-border trade and complicating consistent buyer specifications.Use scientific names (and, where available, FAO/ASFIS references) in commercial documents and labels; apply species verification controls for higher-risk channels.
Sustainability
- Water quality and effluent management in inland pond/cage aquaculture systems
- Responsible antimicrobial use and aquatic animal health management to limit AMR risks
FAQ
What species is usually sold as “cachama” in trade?FAO official naming lists Piaractus brachypomus as “cachama blanca.” In many Spanish-speaking markets, “cachama” (often “cachama negra”) is also used for Colossoma macropomum, commonly called “tambaqui” in Brazil—so buyers should specify the scientific name in contracts and labels.
Where is farmed cachama produced at a global level?Production is concentrated in inland aquaculture in South America (with Brazil a major producer of tambaqui/“cachama negra” and countries like Colombia and Peru farming cachama/paco). FAO aquaculture statistics as relayed in FishBase also show reported aquaculture production of Piaractus brachypomus in China.
What is the key handling requirement for fresh cachama in international distribution?Fresh fish quality and safety depend on strict time–temperature control: Codex guidance emphasizes prompt chilling and maintaining the fish at temperatures approaching melting ice throughout handling and transport.
Sources
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