Fresh Monkfish Suppliers, Trade & Prices — Market Overview 2026
Derived Products
Dried Monkfish, Frozen Monkfish
HS Code
030289
Last Updated
2026-10-19
Key takeaways for search and sourcing teams
- Fresh Monkfish market coverage spans 120 countries.
- 41 exporter companies and 53 importer companies are indexed in the global supply chain intelligence network for this product.
- 97 supplier-linked transactions are summarized across the top 7 countries.
- Latest reference year in this page dataset is 2026.
- Page data last updated on 2026-10-19.
Global Supplier Transactions, Export Activity, and Price Benchmarks for Fresh Monkfish
Analyze 97 supplier-linked transactions across the top 7 countries, with monthly unit-price benchmarks to track export competitiveness and sourcing risk for Fresh Monkfish.
Fresh Monkfish Country YoY Change in Supplier Transactions and Export Momentum
Compare positive and negative YoY shifts in Fresh Monkfish to identify accelerating supplier markets and weakening export corridors.
Top YoY shifts for Fresh Monkfish: Japan (+62.0%), Netherlands (+41.5%), Italy (+17.8%).
Fresh Monkfish Country-Level Supplier Transaction and Unit Price Summary
As of 2025-11, benchmark Fresh Monkfish country transaction counts with monthly unit price and volume to prioritize supplier and export markets.
In 2026-04, countries with visible Fresh Monkfish transaction unit prices: China (1.91 USD / kg).
| Country | YoY Change | Transaction Count | 2025-11 | 2025-12 | 2026-01 | 2026-02 | 2026-03 | 2026-04 | 2026-05 | 2026-06 | 2026-07 | 2026-08 | 2026-09 | 2026-10 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| China | +6.8% | 82 | 1.83 USD / kg (14,468 kg) | 1.84 USD / kg (20,130 kg) | 1.86 USD / kg (7,285 kg) | 1.87 USD / kg (550 kg) | 1.89 USD / kg (2,690 kg) | 1.91 USD / kg (7,280 kg) | ||||||
| South Korea | +7.9% | 5 | - (-) | - (-) | 9.32 USD / kg (2,588 kg) | 9.57 USD / kg (2,008 kg) | - (-) | - (-) | ||||||
| Netherlands | +41.5% | 3 | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | 26.88 USD / kg (14.3 kg) | - (-) | - (-) | ||||||
| Italy | +17.8% | 3 | 21.52 USD / kg (24 kg) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | ||||||
| Greece | +12.8% | 2 | 13.62 USD / kg (40.9 kg) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | ||||||
| France | +5.2% | 1 | 22.77 USD / kg (42.9 kg) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | ||||||
| Japan | +62.0% | 1 | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) |
Fresh Monkfish Global Supply Chain Coverage
94 companies
41 exporters and 53 importers are mapped for Fresh Monkfish.
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Fresh Monkfish Export Supplier Intelligence, Trade Flows, and Price Signals
41 exporter companies are mapped in Tridge Supply Chain Intelligence for Fresh Monkfish. Exporters and importers can use company profiles and analytics to evaluate supplier coverage, trading activity, and route opportunities.
Fresh Monkfish Top Exporters and Supplier Profiles
Review leading exporter profiles while benchmarking against 41 total exporter companies in the Fresh Monkfish supply chain intelligence network. Exporters and importers can unlock company profiles and analytics to qualify partners faster.
(China)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-09-28
Recently Export Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Brokers And Trade Agencies, Fishing Aquaculture
Value Chain Roles: Trade
Exporting Countries: South Korea
Supplying Products: Fresh Squid, Fresh Octopus, Frozen Squid +5
(China)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-09-19
Recently Export Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Brokers And Trade Agencies, Fishing Aquaculture, Food Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: Farming / Production / Processing / Packing, Trade
Exporting Countries: South Korea
Supplying Products: Fresh Squid, Fresh Octopus, Frozen Squid +4
(Turkiye)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-09-19
Recently Export Partner Companies: 2
Industries: Fishing Aquaculture, Food Manufacturing, Food Packaging, Food Wholesalers
Value Chain Roles: Distribution / Wholesale, Farming / Production / Processing / Packing
Exporting Countries: Albania, Bulgaria, Romania, Italy, Greece
Supplying Products: Fresh Hake, Fresh Redfish, Fresh Dogfish +5
(China)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-04-22
Recently Export Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Food Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: Food Manufacturing
Exporting Countries: South Korea
Supplying Products: Fresh Squid, Fresh Octopus, Frozen Squid +5
(South Korea)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-02-12
Recently Export Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Others
Value Chain Roles: Others
Exporting Countries: India, Costa Rica, Ecuador, Mexico, Vietnam, Peru, Argentina, Chile, Philippines, United States
Supplying Products: Instant Noodles, Roasted Seaweed, Coffee Extract Preparations +5
(China)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-09-19
Recently Export Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Brokers And Trade Agencies, Fishing Aquaculture, Food Manufacturing, Food Packaging
Value Chain Roles: Farming / Production / Processing / Packing, Food Manufacturing, Trade
Exporting Countries: South Korea
Supplying Products: Fresh Squid, Frozen Squid, Fresh Octopus +5
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Fresh Monkfish Global Exporter Coverage
41 companies
Exporter company count is a key signal for Fresh Monkfish supply depth and sourcing optionality.
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Top Exporting Countries for Fresh Monkfish (HS Code 030289) in 2024
For Fresh Monkfish 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 Monkfish Export Trade Flow and Partner Country Summary
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Fresh Monkfish Import Buyer Intelligence, Demand Signals, and Price Benchmarks
53 importer companies are mapped for Fresh Monkfish demand intelligence. Use Supply Chain Intelligence company profiles and analytics to prioritize buyers, distributors, and downstream demand partners by market.
Fresh Monkfish Top Buyers, Importers, and Demand Partners
Review leading buyer profiles and compare them against 53 total importer companies tracked for Fresh Monkfish. Exporters and importers can use Supply Chain Intelligence company profiles and analytics to evaluate buyer quality and demand concentration.
(South Korea)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-09-28
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Others
Value Chain Roles: -
(South Korea)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-09-19
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Others
Value Chain Roles: -
(South Korea)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-04-22
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Fishing Aquaculture, Food Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: -
(Greece)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-09-19
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Brokers And Trade Agencies, Fishing Aquaculture, Food Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: -
(United States)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-02-12
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Food Wholesalers, Online Retail And Fulfillment
Value Chain Roles: -
(South Korea)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-03-27
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Employee Size: 11 - 50 Employees
Sales Revenue: USD 10M - 50M
Industries: Fishing Aquaculture, Food Manufacturing, Food Wholesalers
Value Chain Roles: -
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Global Importer Coverage
53 companies
Importer company count highlights the current depth of demand-side visibility for Fresh Monkfish.
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Top Import Demand Countries for Fresh Monkfish (HS Code 030289) in 2024
For Fresh Monkfish 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 Monkfish Import Trade Flow and Origin Country Summary
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Global Wholesale Supplier Price Trends by Country for Fresh Monkfish
Fresh Monkfish Monthly Wholesale Supplier Price Summary by Country
Monthly Fresh Monkfish wholesale unit-price benchmarks by country for export and sourcing decisions.
In 2026-04, countries with visible Fresh Monkfish wholesale unit prices: South Korea (2.70 USD / kg).
| Country | 2025-11 | 2025-12 | 2026-01 | 2026-02 | 2026-03 | 2026-04 | 2026-05 | 2026-06 | 2026-07 | 2026-08 | 2026-09 | 2026-10 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| South Korea | 3.46 USD / kg | 3.31 USD / kg | 3.30 USD / kg | 3.18 USD / kg | 3.12 USD / kg | 2.70 USD / kg |
Fresh Monkfish Wholesale Price Competitiveness by Major Exporting Countries
Compare Fresh Monkfish wholesale price ranges and YoY changes across the top 1 exporting countries to benchmark supplier price competitiveness.
| Rank | Country | Average | Lower | Upper | YoY |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | South Korea | 3.08 USD / kg | 0.91 USD / kg | 7.13 USD / kg | +2.6% |
Latest Fresh Monkfish Wholesale Export Price Updates
Use the latest 5 Fresh Monkfish wholesale updates to validate current export price points and origin-level supplier changes.
| Date | Entry Name | Unit Price (USD) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-10-01 | 아귀 ***** * *** *** *** ***** ** | 89.45 USD / kg | |
| 2026-10-01 | 아귀 ***** * *** *** *** ***** ** | 111.89 USD / kg | |
| 2026-10-01 | 아귀 ******** * *************** **** | 1586.40 USD / kg | |
| 2026-10-01 | 아귀 ***** * *** *** *** ***** ** | 134.84 USD / kg | |
| 2026-10-01 | 아귀 ***** * *************** **** | 132.16 USD / kg |
Classification
Product TypeRaw Material
Product FormFresh
Industry PositionPrimary Agricultural Product
Raw Material
Commodity GroupDemersal marine whitefish (anglerfish/monkfish)
Scientific NameLophius spp. (commonly Lophius americanus; Lophius piscatorius; Lophius budegassa; Lophius vomerinus)
PerishabilityHigh
Growing Conditions
- Wild-caught marine demersal species associated with continental shelf and slope habitats
- Typically sourced from temperate North Atlantic and Southern African waters depending on species
Main VarietiesNorthwest Atlantic monkfish (Lophius americanus), Northeast Atlantic anglerfish (Lophius piscatorius; Lophius budegassa), Southern African Cape monkfish (Lophius vomerinus)
Consumption Forms
- Fresh cooked tail/loin cuts (foodservice and retail)
- Frozen tails/loins (when fresh logistics are constrained)
- Monkfish liver in niche culinary markets (where legally marketed and handled under appropriate controls)
Grading Factors
- Freshness and spoilage indicators (odor, texture, appearance)
- Tail/loin size and yield (where cut formats are traded)
- Trim quality (skin/membrane removal where required)
- Parasite inspection and end-use suitability
- Cold-chain integrity (icing quality and temperature history)
Market
Fresh monkfish (Lophius spp.) is a wild-caught demersal seafood product traded mainly as whole dressed fish and high-yield tail/loin cuts due to its large head and firm white meat. Supply is concentrated in regulated North Atlantic fisheries (Northeast Atlantic anglerfish stocks assessed by ICES and Northwest Atlantic monkfish managed by NOAA Fisheries), with additional Southern African supply for Cape monkfish species. Market availability and pricing are highly sensitive to fisheries management measures (TAC/quota changes, effort controls) and to bottom-trawl access constraints. In the EU, monkfish is explicitly recognized in customs and commercial designation systems, with dedicated Combined Nomenclature lines for fresh/chilled, frozen, and fillet forms.
Major Producing Countries
- United StatesCommercial monkfish fishery operates along the U.S. Atlantic coast from Maine to North Carolina (Lophius americanus).
- United KingdomParticipates in Northeast Atlantic anglerfish fisheries covered by ICES advice areas (Western Waters/Greater North Sea ecoregions).
- FranceNortheast Atlantic anglerfish (Lophius piscatorius and L. budegassa) are part of mixed demersal fisheries assessed by ICES in Celtic Seas/Bay of Biscay areas.
- SpainNortheast Atlantic anglerfish fisheries in Bay of Biscay and Iberian waters are assessed by ICES (Lophius piscatorius and L. budegassa).
- PortugalAtlantic Iberian waters anglerfish (Lophius piscatorius) are assessed by ICES; landings contribute to regional supply.
- IrelandNortheast Atlantic anglerfish fisheries occur in ICES divisions associated with the Celtic Seas region.
- NamibiaCape monkfish (Lophius vomerinus) is an important commercial target species in Namibian waters.
- South AfricaCape monkfish (Lophius vomerinus) occurs off Southern Africa and is part of commercial fisheries (often trawl-associated).
Specification
Major VarietiesLophius americanus (Northwest Atlantic monkfish/goosefish), Lophius piscatorius (white/European anglerfish), Lophius budegassa (blackbellied anglerfish), Lophius vomerinus (Cape monkfish/devil anglerfish)
Physical Attributes
- Lean, firm white flesh; tail/loin is the primary edible portion in many markets
- Skin and external membrane may be removed during preparation to avoid toughness when cooked
Compositional Metrics
- Buyer specifications commonly emphasize freshness indicators (odor, texture), absence of spoilage defects, and edible yield from tail/loin cuts
- Wild-caught product may require parasite risk management depending on end-use (especially for raw/undercooked preparations)
Packaging
- Iced polystyrene/insulated boxes for whole dressed fish or tails (fresh/chilled)
- Vacuum-packed chilled loins/tails for foodservice and high-end retail (where supply chain supports it)
Supply Chain
Value Chain
- Wild capture (often bottom trawl or gillnet, depending on region) -> landing and auction/first sale -> heading/gutting and chilling on ice -> tail/loin cutting (as required) -> packing -> refrigerated transport -> wholesale -> foodservice/retail
Demand Drivers
- Premium culinary positioning of firm white-flesh seafood (often marketed as a lobster-like texture when properly prepared)
- Foodservice demand for consistent portionable tail/loin cuts
- EU market systems support clear commercial designation and customs classification for monkfish (Lophius spp.), facilitating standardized trade documentation
Temperature
- Chilling to near melting-ice temperature and maintaining uninterrupted cold-chain are central to quality retention for fresh fishery products (Codex hygiene guidance for fish and fishery products).
Shelf Life
- Short shelf-life in fresh trade; quality and usable window depend strongly on time-to-chill, icing practices, and cold-chain continuity.
Risks
Fisheries Management And Stock Variability HighFresh monkfish supply is heavily exposed to fisheries management decisions and stock-specific advice (e.g., ICES catch advice for Northeast Atlantic anglerfish units and NOAA-managed measures in the U.S. Atlantic). TAC/quota changes, effort controls, or access restrictions can reduce landings quickly and disrupt trade availability and pricing.Maintain multi-origin sourcing (e.g., NE Atlantic, NW Atlantic, Southern Africa where specifications allow), use forward contracting where feasible, and align procurement with published management calendars and quota updates.
Food Safety MediumWild marine fish can contain parasites (notably Anisakis), creating food safety and allergen concerns depending on product handling and intended consumption (raw/undercooked vs fully cooked).Apply validated parasite-control steps for relevant end-uses (e.g., appropriate freezing/cooking regimes), implement HACCP-based controls, and ensure supplier verification and inspection protocols.
Cold Chain And Quality Loss MediumAs a fresh, highly perishable seafood, monkfish quality degrades rapidly if time-to-chill is delayed or if transport temperatures fluctuate, leading to higher rejection rates and commercial losses.Specify rapid chilling/icing at sea or immediately at landing, require temperature monitoring through distribution, and prioritize shorter transit lanes for fresh programs.
Sustainability Scrutiny MediumMonkfish fisheries are often associated with demersal gears (including bottom trawls), which can face environmental scrutiny and evolving regulations (habitat protections, bycatch mitigation). Changes in rules can affect fleet behavior, costs, and supply consistency.Procure from well-managed fisheries with transparent stock advice and documented gear/bycatch mitigation; strengthen traceability (catch area, gear type, vessel) for buyer assurance.
Sustainability
- Fisheries sustainability and quota/TAC compliance (stock-specific management in Northeast Atlantic and Northwest Atlantic)
- Bottom trawling habitat impacts and potential area/gear restrictions affecting demersal fisheries
- IUU fishing controls and traceability expectations in international seafood trade
Labor & Social
- At-sea worker safety and labor conditions on fishing vessels and in shore-side processing, with buyer scrutiny increasing for documented compliance and traceability
FAQ
Which species are commonly marketed as “monkfish” in international trade?“Monkfish” generally refers to species in the genus Lophius. In the U.S. Atlantic market it commonly refers to Lophius americanus (NOAA Fisheries). In European fisheries and management contexts, key traded species include Lophius piscatorius and Lophius budegassa (ICES advice for anglerfish).
Is there a standard EU customs classification reference for monkfish?Yes. The European Commission’s fish commercial names database links monkfish (Lophius spp.) to specific Combined Nomenclature lines, including an 8-digit code for fresh or chilled monkfish and separate codes for frozen and fillet forms.
What is a key food safety risk for wild-caught monkfish products?As with many wild marine fish, parasite risks (notably Anisakis) are a recognized concern depending on how the product will be consumed. EFSA has assessed Anisakis-related risks and notes that freezing or heating treatments can reduce risk, and Codex provides hygiene guidance for safe handling of fishery products.
Sources
Fresh Monkfish Country Coverage for Suppliers, Export Flows, and Prices
Explore country-level Fresh Monkfish market pages for supplier coverage, trade flows, and price benchmarks.
China
Spain
Norway
France
Greece
Netherlands
Portugal
United Arab Emirates
Turkiye
United States
Canada
Hong Kong
All country market pages: Italy, South Korea, Myanmar [Burma], Ukraine, Japan, Mexico, Indonesia, Malaysia, Thailand, Poland, Denmark, United Kingdom, Finland, Ireland, Singapore, Senegal, Kazakhstan, Australia, Iceland, Sweden, Costa Rica, Morocco, Brazil, Germany, India, Panama, Switzerland, Nicaragua, Belgium, Jordan, Oman, Vietnam, New Zealand, Israel, Peru, Austria, Cyprus, Croatia, Kuwait, Brunei, Guatemala, Tunisia, Macao, Mauritius, Pakistan, Bahrain, Romania, Jamaica, Sri Lanka, Andorra, Azerbaijan, South Africa, Czechia, El Salvador, Bulgaria, Botswana, Madagascar, Saudi Arabia, Ecuador, Luxembourg, Uruguay, Lithuania, Slovenia, Albania, Armenia, Argentina, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Barbados, Burkina Faso, Burundi, Bermuda, Bahamas, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Ivory Coast, Chile, Colombia, Dominican Republic, Estonia, Egypt, Ethiopia, Fiji, Gabon, Honduras, Hungary, Iran, Kenya, Cambodia, Liberia, Lesotho, Latvia, Moldova, Montenegro, Macedonia, Malta, Maldives, Mozambique, Namibia, Niger, Nepal, Philippines, Qatar, Serbia, Slovakia, Togo, Uganda, Uzbekistan, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, Zambia
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