Fresh Pompano Suppliers, Trade & Prices — Market Overview 2026
Derived Products
Frozen Pompano, Dried Pompano
HS Code
030289
Last Updated
2026-09-27
Key takeaways for search and sourcing teams
- Fresh Pompano market coverage spans 121 countries.
- 125 exporter companies and 143 importer companies are indexed in the global supply chain intelligence network for this product.
- 435 supplier-linked transactions are summarized across the top 7 countries.
- Latest reference year in this page dataset is 2026.
- Page data last updated on 2026-09-27.
Global Supplier Transactions, Export Activity, and Price Benchmarks for Fresh Pompano
Analyze 435 supplier-linked transactions across the top 7 countries, with monthly unit-price benchmarks to track export competitiveness and sourcing risk for Fresh Pompano.
Fresh Pompano Country YoY Change in Supplier Transactions and Export Momentum
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Top YoY shifts for Fresh Pompano: Panama (+167.9%), Mexico (+120.5%), China (+113.4%).
Fresh Pompano Country-Level Supplier Transaction and Unit Price Summary
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In 2026-04, countries with visible Fresh Pompano transaction unit prices: China (13.00 USD / kg), Mexico (7.85 USD / kg), Ecuador (0.20 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 | +113.4% | 66 | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | 13.00 USD / kg (737 kg) | ||||||
| Ecuador | -79.2% | 249 | 0.20 USD / kg (26,462 kg) | 0.20 USD / kg (6,180 kg) | 0.20 USD / kg (22,631 kg) | 0.20 USD / kg (1,805 kg) | 0.20 USD / kg (2,380 kg) | 0.20 USD / kg (2,642 kg) | ||||||
| Panama | +167.9% | 3 | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | 13.22 USD / kg (1,091 kg) | - (-) | ||||||
| Mexico | +120.5% | 59 | 4.57 USD / kg (17.38 kg) | 7.73 USD / kg (2,056 kg) | 8.46 USD / kg (2,252 kg) | 6.51 USD / kg (2,880.06 kg) | 5.83 USD / kg (11,969.33 kg) | 7.85 USD / kg (1,542.06 kg) | ||||||
| Pakistan | +7.9% | 55 | 6.45 USD / kg (2,015 kg) | 6.53 USD / kg (1,017 kg) | 6.68 USD / kg (1,038 kg) | 6.88 USD / kg (677 kg) | - (-) | - (-) | ||||||
| Indonesia | - | 1 | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | ||||||
| India | -33.1% | 2 | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) |
Fresh Pompano Global Supply Chain Coverage
268 companies
125 exporters and 143 importers are mapped for Fresh Pompano.
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Fresh Pompano Export Supplier Intelligence, Trade Flows, and Price Signals
125 exporter companies are mapped in Tridge Supply Chain Intelligence for Fresh Pompano. Exporters and importers can use company profiles and analytics to evaluate supplier coverage, trading activity, and route opportunities.
Fresh Pompano Top Exporters and Supplier Profiles
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(Argentina)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-08-27
Recently Export Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Fishing Aquaculture, Food Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: Distribution / Wholesale, Farming / Production / Processing / Packing
Exporting Countries: Libya, Benin, Togo, Ghana, Thailand, Ivory Coast, Guinea, Senegal, Peru, Cameroon
Supplying Products: Frozen Hake, Frozen Corvina, Frozen Catfish +5
(Ecuador)
Latest Export Transaction: 2025-09-28
Recently Export Partner Companies: 1
Employee Size: 11 - 50 Employees
Sales Revenue: USD 10M - 50M
Industries: Fishing Aquaculture, Food Manufacturing, Food Packaging
Value Chain Roles: Farming / Production / Processing / Packing, Food Manufacturing, Trade
Exporting Countries: Ghana, Nigeria, Ukraine, Ivory Coast, Spain, Malaysia, Italy, Canada, Vietnam, China
Supplying Products: Frozen Common Shrimp and Prawn, Frozen Pompano, Fresh Pompano +5
(China)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-08-28
Recently Export Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Fishing Aquaculture, Food Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: Distribution / Wholesale, Trade
Exporting Countries: South Korea
Supplying Products: Fresh Redfish, Fresh Sea Bass, Fresh Sea Bream +5
(China)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-09-09
Recently Export Partner Companies: 1
Employee Size: 11 - 50 Employees
Industries: Brokers And Trade Agencies, Fishing Aquaculture
Value Chain Roles: Trade
Exporting Countries: South Korea
Supplying Products: Fresh Redfish, Fresh Sea Bass, Fresh Grouper +5
(China)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-08-27
Recently Export Partner Companies: 1
Employee Size: 51 - 100 Employees
Industries: Animal Production, Fishing Aquaculture, Food Manufacturing, Others, Shipping And Water Transport
Value Chain Roles: Distribution / Wholesale, Farming / Production / Processing / Packing, Logistics
Exporting Countries: Vietnam
Supplying Products: Fresh Cobia, Fresh Rabbitfish, Fresh Pompano +5
(Spain)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-08-27
Recently Export Partner Companies: 4
Employee Size: Over 1000 Employees
Industries: Fishing Aquaculture, Food Manufacturing, Food Packaging, Food Services And Drinking Places
Value Chain Roles: Distribution / Wholesale, Farming / Production / Processing / Packing, Food Manufacturing
Exporting Countries: Morocco, Greece, Peru, Brazil, Japan, Ukraine, Italy, Russia, China, Spain
Supplying Products: Frozen Common Shrimp and Prawn, Fresh Common Shrimp and Prawn, Frozen Hake +5
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Fresh Pompano Global Exporter Coverage
125 companies
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Top Exporting Countries for Fresh Pompano (HS Code 030289) in 2024
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| 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 Pompano Export Trade Flow and Partner Country Summary
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Fresh Pompano Import Buyer Intelligence, Demand Signals, and Price Benchmarks
143 importer companies are mapped for Fresh Pompano demand intelligence. Use Supply Chain Intelligence company profiles and analytics to prioritize buyers, distributors, and downstream demand partners by market.
Fresh Pompano Top Buyers, Importers, and Demand Partners
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(South Korea)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-09-09
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Brokers And Trade Agencies, Food Manufacturing, Food Packaging, Food Wholesalers
Value Chain Roles: -
(South Korea)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-08-24
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Others
Value Chain Roles: -
(Vietnam)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-08-27
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Food Wholesalers
Value Chain Roles: -
(South Korea)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-08-28
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Food Wholesalers
Value Chain Roles: -
(China)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-08-27
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Food Manufacturing, Food Packaging, Food Wholesalers, Others
Value Chain Roles: Vietnam, Brazil, India, United States, Ecuador
(China)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-08-27
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Employee Size: Over 1000 Employees
Sales Revenue: USD 50M - 100M
Industries: Brokers And Trade Agencies, Food Manufacturing, Food Wholesalers
Value Chain Roles: South Korea, Ecuador
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Global Importer Coverage
143 companies
Importer company count highlights the current depth of demand-side visibility for Fresh Pompano.
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Top Import Demand Countries for Fresh Pompano (HS Code 030289) in 2024
For Fresh Pompano 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 Pompano Import Trade Flow and Origin Country Summary
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Global Wholesale Supplier Price Trends by Country for Fresh Pompano
Fresh Pompano Monthly Wholesale Supplier Price Summary by Country
Monthly Fresh Pompano wholesale unit-price benchmarks by country for export and sourcing decisions.
In 2026-04, countries with visible Fresh Pompano wholesale unit prices: Taiwan (12.26 USD / kg), Mexico (3.81 USD / kg).
Fresh Pompano Wholesale Price Competitiveness by Major Exporting Countries
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Latest Fresh Pompano Wholesale Export Price Updates
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| Date | Entry Name | Unit Price (USD) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-09-01 | 黑魽 * ***** ** | 6.77 USD / kg | |
| 2026-09-01 | 黑魽 * ***** ** | 6.93 USD / kg | |
| 2026-09-01 | 黑魽 * ***** ** | 10.67 USD / kg | |
| 2026-09-01 | 黑魽 * ***** ** | 11.66 USD / kg | |
| 2026-05-01 | Pam************* ******** ** ****** ********** ** ** ******** * ******* *************** | 3.89 USD / kg |
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Classification
Product TypeRaw Material
Product FormFresh/Chilled
Industry PositionPrimary Seafood Product
Raw Material
Commodity GroupMarine finfish (Carangidae/jacks)
Scientific NameTrachinotus spp. (pompano market name); commonly referenced farmed “golden pompano” includes Trachinotus spp. with documented naming ambiguity; Florida pompano: Trachinotus carolinus
PerishabilityHigh
Growing Conditions
- Warm coastal marine or brackish environments suitable for marine finfish aquaculture
- Cage or nearshore farming systems in tropical/subtropical waters (for aquaculture supply)
Main VarietiesGolden pompano (trade name; farmed Trachinotus spp.), Florida pompano (Trachinotus carolinus)
Consumption Forms
- Whole fish (steamed, grilled, fried)
- Chilled portions or fillets (retail/foodservice where supplied)
Grading Factors
- Size/weight class and uniformity
- Freshness and sensory condition (odor, appearance, gill/eye condition)
- Handling condition (icing, cleanliness, physical damage)
- Cold-chain compliance (documented time–temperature control for chilled distribution)
Market
Fresh pompano in global seafood trade is a market name used for several high-value carangid species (Trachinotus spp.), with a prominent aquaculture segment marketed as “golden pompano” in parts of Asia. Species-specific trade visibility is often limited because customs classifications commonly aggregate finfish, so global import/export comparisons for “pompano” frequently require reconciliation against broader fish categories and industry reporting. Supply is shaped by the expansion of marine aquaculture alongside smaller wild-capture streams, with short chilled shelf life making cold-chain performance a key determinant of cross-border marketability. Market risk is elevated by aquaculture biosecurity exposure (notably viral nervous necrosis reported in farmed golden pompano) and by food-safety sensitivity to time–temperature abuse that can trigger border actions and reputational shocks.
Market GrowthGrowing (medium-term outlook)aquaculture-led supply expansion in warm-water coastal regions, with rising market attention to “golden pompano” as an emerging traded species
Major Producing Countries
- ChinaMajor mariculture producer of fish marketed as “golden pompano” (Trachinotus spp.), with ongoing scientific-name standardization and farmed-stock identity work reported in the literature.
Specification
Major VarietiesGolden pompano (marketed name; Trachinotus spp. used in trade), Florida pompano (Trachinotus carolinus)
Physical Attributes
- Firm, mild-flavored white flesh favored for whole-fish preparation in many warm-water coastal cuisines
- Typically traded as whole fish (often gutted) under ice for fresh/chilled channels
Compositional Metrics
- Time–temperature compliance and rapid chilling documentation are frequently emphasized in buyer programs for chilled fish to limit spoilage and biogenic amine formation
- Histamine-risk controls may be applied as part of chilled-fish HACCP-style programs where relevant
Grades
- Buyer specifications commonly reference sensory freshness (odor, gill/eye condition), physical damage limits, and size/weight grading for whole chilled fish
- Codex guidance and national food-safety frameworks are often used as references for hygienic handling and temperature control of fresh fish in trade
Packaging
- Insulated seafood boxes with flake ice or gel ice for chilled distribution
- Leak-resistant liners and absorbent pads are common to manage meltwater and hygiene in transit
ProcessingMinimal processing for fresh/chilled trade typically includes bleeding (where practiced), gutting, rinsing, icing, and hygienic packing; some supply chains also produce chilled fillets for retail/foodservice
Supply Chain
Value Chain
- Harvest (wild or farm) → rapid chilling/icing → grading and packing → chilled transport (domestic or export) → wholesale distribution → retail/foodservice
Demand Drivers
- Preference for mild, firm-textured warm-water finfish suitable for whole-fish cooking formats
- Aquaculture availability supporting more consistent supply versus strictly seasonal wild-capture windows
- Premium positioning in some markets where “pompano” is viewed as a higher-value table fish
Temperature
- Rapid chilling immediately after harvest and continuous cold-chain control are central to maintaining quality and limiting histamine formation in susceptible fish when temperature abuse occurs
- Keeping fish at or below typical refrigeration thresholds (≤4°C) is a widely cited control point for reducing histamine formation risk from improper handling
Atmosphere Control
- Some chilled seafood supply chains use modified-atmosphere packaging for portions/fillets, but benefits depend on strict hygiene and continuous refrigeration
Shelf Life
- Fresh/chilled pompano is highly time- and temperature-sensitive; loss of icing or refrigeration during transit quickly reduces marketable quality and raises food-safety risk
Risks
Aquaculture Disease HighFarmed pompano supply (notably fish marketed as “golden pompano” in parts of Asia) is exposed to infectious-disease shocks; viral nervous necrosis has been reported in cultured golden pompano, and outbreak-driven mortality can abruptly tighten availability and disrupt fulfillment for fresh/chilled channels.Strengthen hatchery and grow-out biosecurity (screening, quarantine, disinfection), maintain health surveillance and contingency harvest plans, and diversify sourcing across production systems/regions where feasible.
Food Safety MediumLike other fish, pompano can become a vehicle for histamine (scombroid) poisoning when time–temperature control fails; histamine is not destroyed by cooking, so any cold-chain abuse can create acute public-health incidents and trigger import detentions or heightened testing.Implement strict time–temperature controls from harvest through distribution (rapid chilling, continuous refrigeration/icing, verified temperature logs) and apply risk-based histamine monitoring in relevant chains.
Water Quality MediumHigh farming density, eutrophication, and warm-water conditions can elevate hypoxia stress in golden pompano aquaculture, increasing mortality risk and undermining growth performance and quality consistency for fresh-market specifications.Site selection with adequate water exchange, real-time dissolved oxygen monitoring, contingency aeration/oxygenation, and adaptive stocking/feeding management during high-risk periods.
Traceability And Labeling Medium“Pompano” is a common market name covering multiple Trachinotus species; scientific-name inconsistency and documented taxonomic confusion in farmed “golden pompano” increase mislabeling and specification disputes, complicating buyer assurance programs and regulatory compliance.Use standardized scientific naming on documentation, align labeling to market and regulatory requirements, and consider species verification (e.g., DNA-based checks) in high-risk procurement channels.
Sustainability
- Coastal water-quality exposure in marine cage farming (eutrophication/high temperatures/high stocking density can increase hypoxia stress risk)
- Aquaculture dependence on formulated feeds links product economics and ESG scrutiny to marine ingredient and commodity feed markets
- Farmed-stock identity and hybridization/genetic integrity concerns where “golden pompano” is produced under varying scientific names and breeding practices
FAQ
What species are commonly sold as “pompano” in international seafood markets?“Pompano” is a market name used for multiple species, especially within the genus Trachinotus. In Asia, “golden pompano” is widely referenced in trade and aquaculture discussions but has documented scientific-name inconsistency across sources (with farmed stocks discussed under different Trachinotus species names), while “Florida pompano” refers to Trachinotus carolinus in U.S. contexts.
Why is cold-chain control particularly important for fresh/chilled pompano?Fresh/chilled fish quality and safety are highly dependent on rapid chilling and strict temperature control after harvest. Public-health and technical references on fish handling emphasize that temperature abuse can allow bacteria to convert naturally present histidine into histamine (scombroid poisoning risk), and histamine is not eliminated by cooking—so prevention relies on continuous refrigeration/icing.
What is the biggest biological risk that can disrupt farmed pompano supply?Disease outbreaks are a key disruption risk in marine finfish aquaculture; viral nervous necrosis has been reported in cultured golden pompano, and outbreak events can cause sudden mortality and supply gaps that are difficult to offset quickly in fresh-market supply chains.
Sources
Fresh Pompano Country Coverage for Suppliers, Export Flows, and Prices
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All country market pages: Malaysia, Netherlands, China, Hong Kong, Vietnam, Myanmar [Burma], Spain, France, Mexico, Jamaica, Colombia, Italy, Greece, Kenya, Portugal, Denmark, Ukraine, South Africa, Egypt, Singapore, Senegal, Taiwan, Australia, Iceland, Canada, Costa Rica, Morocco, Turkiye, Dominican Republic, Norway, Germany, Nicaragua, United Arab Emirates, Sweden, Switzerland, Oman, Belgium, Jordan, New Zealand, Israel, South Korea, Ireland, Austria, Cyprus, Croatia, Kuwait, Brunei, Guatemala, Macao, Tunisia, Mauritius, Bahrain, Pakistan, Romania, Andorra, Azerbaijan, Sri Lanka, Czechia, Saudi Arabia, El Salvador, Bulgaria, Luxembourg, Uruguay, Albania, Armenia, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Barbados, Burkina Faso, Burundi, Bermuda, Bahamas, Botswana, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Ivory Coast, Chile, Estonia, Ethiopia, Finland, Fiji, Gabon, Honduras, Hungary, Iran, Cambodia, Kazakhstan, Liberia, Lesotho, Lithuania, Latvia, Moldova, Montenegro, Madagascar, Macedonia, Malta, Maldives, Mozambique, Namibia, Niger, Nepal, Poland, Qatar, Serbia, Slovenia, Slovakia, Togo, Uganda, Uzbekistan, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, Zambia
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