Fresh Rockfish Suppliers, Trade & Prices — Market Overview 2026
Derived Products
Dried Rockfish, Frozen Rockfish
HS Code
030289
Last Updated
2026-09-01
Key takeaways for search and sourcing teams
- Fresh Rockfish market coverage spans 121 countries.
- 52 exporter companies and 63 importer companies are indexed in the global supply chain intelligence network for this product.
- 681 supplier-linked transactions are summarized across the top 7 countries.
- Latest reference year in this page dataset is 2026.
- Page data last updated on 2026-09-01.
Global Supplier Transactions, Export Activity, and Price Benchmarks for Fresh Rockfish
Analyze 681 supplier-linked transactions across the top 7 countries, with monthly unit-price benchmarks to track export competitiveness and sourcing risk for Fresh Rockfish.
Fresh Rockfish Country YoY Change in Supplier Transactions and Export Momentum
Compare positive and negative YoY shifts in Fresh Rockfish to identify accelerating supplier markets and weakening export corridors.
Top YoY shifts for Fresh Rockfish: Mexico (+56.5%), Japan (-27.3%), Ecuador (+22.6%).
Fresh Rockfish Country-Level Supplier Transaction and Unit Price Summary
As of 2025-10, benchmark Fresh Rockfish country transaction counts with monthly unit price and volume to prioritize supplier and export markets.
In 2026-03, countries with visible Fresh Rockfish transaction unit prices: Japan (23.25 USD / kg), Mexico (6.10 USD / kg), Ecuador (0.20 USD / kg).
| Country | YoY Change | Transaction Count | 2025-10 | 2025-11 | 2025-12 | 2026-01 | 2026-02 | 2026-03 | 2026-04 | 2026-05 | 2026-06 | 2026-07 | 2026-08 | 2026-09 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Japan | -27.3% | 115 | 26.08 USD / kg (8.27 kg) | 26.48 USD / kg (1,787.3 kg) | 25.14 USD / kg (45.76 kg) | 26.87 USD / kg (1,069.84 kg) | 26.06 USD / kg (686 kg) | 23.25 USD / kg (18,314 kg) | ||||||
| Ecuador | +22.6% | 172 | 0.20 USD / kg (5,075 kg) | 0.20 USD / kg (4,630 kg) | 0.20 USD / kg (11,064 kg) | 0.20 USD / kg (12,086 kg) | 0.20 USD / kg (20,505 kg) | 0.20 USD / kg (26,476 kg) | ||||||
| Mexico | +56.5% | 356 | 2.27 USD / kg (39,383.55 kg) | 1.69 USD / kg (45,173 kg) | 2.06 USD / kg (38,107.5 kg) | 7.09 USD / kg (2,742.4 kg) | 6.50 USD / kg (2,810.6 kg) | 6.10 USD / kg (24,169.21 kg) | ||||||
| Brazil | +17.0% | 1 | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | 1.96 USD / kg (7,980 kg) | - (-) | ||||||
| Sierra Leone | -2.4% | 33 | 0.30 USD / kg (6,950 kg) | 0.27 USD / kg (4,570 kg) | 0.29 USD / kg (5,910 kg) | 0.27 USD / kg (2,030 kg) | - (-) | - (-) | ||||||
| Ukraine | +7.2% | 3 | 5.52 USD / kg (172.072 kg) | - (-) | 6.29 USD / kg (415.2 kg) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | ||||||
| China | - | 1 | - (-) | 9.57 USD / kg (4,000 kg) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) |
Fresh Rockfish Global Supply Chain Coverage
115 companies
52 exporters and 63 importers are mapped for Fresh Rockfish.
Exporters and importers can use Tridge Supply Chain Intelligence company profiles and analytics to identify counterparties for Fresh Rockfish, benchmark reach, and prioritize outreach by market.
Fresh Rockfish Export Supplier Intelligence, Trade Flows, and Price Signals
52 exporter companies are mapped in Tridge Supply Chain Intelligence for Fresh Rockfish. Exporters and importers can use company profiles and analytics to evaluate supplier coverage, trading activity, and route opportunities.
Fresh Rockfish Top Exporters and Supplier Profiles
Review leading exporter profiles while benchmarking against 52 total exporter companies in the Fresh Rockfish supply chain intelligence network. Exporters and importers can unlock company profiles and analytics to qualify partners faster.
(Mexico)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-08-01
Recently Export Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Fishing Aquaculture
Value Chain Roles: Farming / Production / Processing / Packing
Exporting Countries: United States
Supplying Products: Fresh Rockfish, Fresh Sablefish, Fresh Ocean Sunfish +5
(Japan)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-07-21
Recently Export Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Others
Value Chain Roles: Distribution / Wholesale
Exporting Countries: South Korea
Supplying Products: Fresh Rockfish, Fresh Corvina, Fresh Parrotfish +5
(Mexico)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-05-26
Recently Export Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Animal ProductionBrokers And Trade Agencies
Value Chain Roles: Distribution / WholesaleTrade
Exporting Countries: United States
Supplying Products: Fresh Rockfish, Fresh Sablefish, Fresh Scorpionfish +5
(Sri Lanka)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-08-01
Industries: Food ManufacturingOthers
Value Chain Roles: Food ManufacturingOthers
Exporting Countries: Russia, India
Supplying Products: Fresh Yellowfin Tuna, Fresh Rockfish, Fresh Albacore Tuna +5
(Mexico)
Latest Export Transaction: 2025-12-29
Recently Export Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Beverage ManufacturingFood ManufacturingFood Services And Drinking PlacesOthers
Value Chain Roles: Distribution / WholesaleFood ManufacturingTrade
Exporting Countries: United States
Supplying Products: Frozen Conch, Fresh Rockfish, Fresh Parrotfish +5
(Malaysia)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-08-01
Industries: Online Retail And Fulfillment
Value Chain Roles: RetailTrade
Exporting Countries: South Korea
Supplying Products: Fresh Scallops, Fresh Rockfish, Fresh Sea Cucumber +2
Fresh Rockfish Global Exporter Coverage
52 companies
Exporter company count is a key signal for Fresh Rockfish supply depth and sourcing optionality.
Use Supply Chain Intelligence analytics to narrow Fresh Rockfish opportunities by country, product, and value-chain role, then open company profiles to validate fit.
Top Exporting Countries for Fresh Rockfish (HS Code 030289) in 2024
For Fresh Rockfish 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 Rockfish Export Trade Flow and Partner Country Summary
Track Fresh Rockfish exporter-to-importer flows by value, volume, and share to uncover high-potential export routes.
Sourcing diagnosis
Where should you be sourcing Fresh Rockfish from?
Just tell us your spec and the volume you need. We'll check whether it's actually sourceable, and which origins and suppliers fit.
Free diagnosis, no account required.
Fresh Rockfish Import Buyer Intelligence, Demand Signals, and Price Benchmarks
63 importer companies are mapped for Fresh Rockfish demand intelligence. Use Supply Chain Intelligence company profiles and analytics to prioritize buyers, distributors, and downstream demand partners by market.
Fresh Rockfish Top Buyers, Importers, and Demand Partners
Review leading buyer profiles and compare them against 63 total importer companies tracked for Fresh Rockfish. Exporters and importers can use Supply Chain Intelligence company profiles and analytics to evaluate buyer quality and demand concentration.
(South Korea)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-07-21
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Others
Value Chain Roles: -
(South Korea)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-08-01
Industries: Others
Value Chain Roles: -
(South Korea)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-08-01
Industries: Others
Value Chain Roles: -
(China)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-05-26
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Others
Value Chain Roles: -
(South Korea)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-05-14
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Others
Value Chain Roles: -
(South Korea)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-05-18
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Others
Value Chain Roles: -
Global Importer Coverage
63 companies
Importer company count highlights the current depth of demand-side visibility for Fresh Rockfish.
Use Supply Chain Intelligence analytics and company profiles to identify active Fresh Rockfish buyers, compare partner density by country, and refine GTM priorities.
Top Import Demand Countries for Fresh Rockfish (HS Code 030289) in 2024
For Fresh Rockfish 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 Rockfish Import Trade Flow and Origin Country Summary
Analyze Fresh Rockfish origin-to-destination trade flows by value, volume, and share to monitor demand-side sourcing channels.
Export diagnosis
Your Fresh Rockfish — which buyers could it sell to?
Just tell us what you make. We'll see whether you're ready to export today and which markets suit your offer.
Free diagnosis, no account required.
Global Wholesale Supplier Price Trends by Country for Fresh Rockfish
Fresh Rockfish Monthly Wholesale Supplier Price Summary by Country
Monthly Fresh Rockfish wholesale unit-price benchmarks by country for export and sourcing decisions.
In 2026-03, countries with visible Fresh Rockfish wholesale unit prices: Japan (11.17 USD / kg), South Korea (11.09 USD / kg).
| Country | 2025-10 | 2025-11 | 2025-12 | 2026-01 | 2026-02 | 2026-03 | 2026-04 | 2026-05 | 2026-06 | 2026-07 | 2026-08 | 2026-09 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| South Korea | 13.68 USD / kg | 13.15 USD / kg | 12.13 USD / kg | 12.86 USD / kg | 13.68 USD / kg | 11.09 USD / kg | ||||||
| Japan | 12.50 USD / kg | 11.20 USD / kg | 11.06 USD / kg | 11.28 USD / kg | 10.19 USD / kg | 11.17 USD / kg |
Fresh Rockfish Wholesale Price Competitiveness by Major Exporting Countries
Compare Fresh Rockfish wholesale price ranges and YoY changes across the top 2 exporting countries to benchmark supplier price competitiveness.
| Rank | Country | Average | Lower | Upper | YoY |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | South Korea | 12.09 USD / kg | 0.52 USD / kg | 22.35 USD / kg | +19.0% |
| 2 | Japan | 11.15 USD / kg | 6.79 USD / kg | 15.78 USD / kg | +3.8% |
Latest Fresh Rockfish Wholesale Export Price Updates
Use the latest 5 Fresh Rockfish wholesale updates to validate current export price points and origin-level supplier changes.
| Date | Entry Name | Unit Price (USD) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-08-01 | (선)** ** * **** ** | 7.76 USD / kg | |
| 2026-08-01 | (활)** *** * **** *** | 10.95 USD / kg | |
| 2026-08-01 | 볼락 ****** * *** *** ***** **** | 783.52 USD / kg | |
| 2026-08-01 | (활)** ** * **** ** | 17.62 USD / kg | |
| 2026-08-01 | (활)** *** * **** ** | 17.86 USD / kg |
Price data
Which Fresh Rockfish prices do you need?
We'll open up the full price history and competitor benchmarks. Just tell us which numbers you need and we'll walk you through them.
Classification
Product TypeRaw Material
Product FormFresh
Industry PositionPrimary Agricultural Product
Raw Material
Commodity GroupMarine finfish (demersal rockfish/redfish)
Scientific NameSebastes spp.
PerishabilityHigh
Growing Conditions
- Cold to temperate marine waters on continental shelf and slope.
- Demersal habitat (reef-associated and/or deepwater slopes depending on species).
Main VarietiesNorth Pacific rockfish complex (Sebastes spp.), North Atlantic redfish complex (Sebastes mentella / Sebastes norvegicus), Pacific ocean perch (Sebastes alutus)
Consumption Forms
- Fresh/chilled whole fish (often headed and gutted)
- Fresh/chilled fillets (skin-on or skin-off)
- Frozen fillets/blocks for extended distribution
Grading Factors
- Freshness condition (odor, gill/eye appearance, flesh firmness) and temperature history
- Size/weight and fillet yield
- Defects (bruising, discoloration, gaping) and trim specification for fillets
- Lot traceability and documentation completeness for import compliance
Market
Fresh rockfish (often traded under “rockfish” in the North Pacific and “redfish” in the North Atlantic, largely within Sebastes spp.) is a wild-caught demersal finfish product where supply is governed by science-based quotas, seasonal openings, and bycatch/habitat measures. Commercial production and export availability are concentrated in cold-temperate fisheries of the United States/Canada/Russia (North Pacific) and Iceland/Norway/Greenland (North Atlantic), with trade flowing primarily into North America, Europe, and Northeast Asia as whole fish and fillets. Market dynamics are shaped by stock status and TAC adjustments, fuel and cold-chain logistics costs, and buyer demand for traceability and sustainability assurances (including third-party certifications in some supply chains).
Market GrowthNot Mentioned
Major Producing Countries
- United StatesSignificant North Pacific rockfish capture fisheries managed under federal and state frameworks.
- CanadaNorth Pacific rockfish fisheries with quota-based management and area/gear measures in some regions.
- RussiaNotable North Pacific supply in the Sebastes complex; trade exposure can be sensitive to geopolitical constraints.
- IcelandNotable North Atlantic redfish (Sebastes) fisheries supplying export markets.
- NorwayNorth Atlantic redfish (Sebastes) production and processing for export channels.
- DenmarkGreenland-linked North Atlantic redfish production and exports commonly reported via Danish/Greenlandic trade channels.
Major Exporting Countries
- IcelandKey exporter for North Atlantic redfish (Sebastes) products, often as frozen or chilled fillets depending on market.
- NorwayExport-oriented supply for North Atlantic redfish (Sebastes) products.
- United StatesExports typically include fillets and value-added cuts alongside domestic consumption.
- CanadaExports into North American and selected overseas markets, depending on species/region.
- RussiaExports can be material in some years/markets but may face sanctions-related or buyer-policy constraints.
- ChinaCan function as a processing and re-export hub for certain whitefish/groundfish categories, depending on supply chains.
Major Importing Countries
- United StatesLarge consumption market for whitefish/groundfish categories; imports complement domestic landings.
- GermanySignificant European import market for frozen/chilled fish fillets across multiple whitefish categories, including Sebastes products.
- NetherlandsEuropean logistics and redistribution hub for seafood imports.
- United KingdomNotable importer of whitefish/groundfish products, including fillets.
- JapanNortheast Asia demand for a range of demersal finfish products; product form varies by channel.
- South KoreaNortheast Asia demand for demersal finfish; imports can supplement domestic supply depending on species and season.
Specification
Major VarietiesSebastes spp. (rockfish/redfish group), Pacific ocean perch (Sebastes alutus), Golden redfish (Sebastes norvegicus), Beaked redfish (Sebastes mentella)
Physical Attributes
- Lean to moderately fatty white flesh with mild flavor; commonly marketed as whole fish (H&G) or as fillets (skin-on or skin-off).
- Demersal species complex with wide size ranges; buyer specs commonly differentiate by fillet size/trim and freshness condition.
Compositional Metrics
- Freshness and quality are typically assessed via sensory condition (odor, gill/eye appearance, flesh firmness) and temperature history rather than a single universal numeric metric.
- Moisture loss, drip, and gaping risk are key quality considerations for fillets during chilled distribution.
Grades
- Commercial specifications commonly reference freshness condition and defect tolerances (e.g., bruising, discoloration, gaping) and size/trim rather than a single globally harmonized grade for all markets.
- Food safety management expectations for export channels commonly include HACCP-based controls and buyer-required audits, consistent with Codex guidance.
Packaging
- Whole/chilled: insulated fish boxes (often expanded polystyrene) with flake ice or gel packs; drainage and meltwater management are important.
- Chilled fillets: vacuum-packed or modified-atmosphere retail packs; bulk foodservice packs in lined cartons with gel packs.
- Export distribution often uses palletized cartons in refrigerated transport with temperature monitoring.
Supply Chain
Value Chain
- Capture/landing → rapid chilling/icing → grading and lot identification → primary processing (H&G and/or filleting) → chilled distribution or freezing → import clearance/inspection → wholesale/retail/foodservice.
Demand Drivers
- Substitution demand within the broader whitefish/groundfish category (mild flavor, versatile cooking formats).
- Retail and foodservice preference for consistent fillet formats and reliable cold-chain performance.
- Sustainability and traceability requirements from large buyers, including interest in certified or well-documented fisheries where available.
Temperature
- Maintain continuous cold chain at or near melting-ice temperature for fresh product; time-temperature abuse rapidly reduces usable shelf life.
- Minimize temperature cycling during cross-docking and last-mile delivery to reduce drip loss and texture degradation in fillets.
Atmosphere Control
- Modified-atmosphere packaging (where used for chilled fillets) can help slow spoilage when combined with strict refrigeration and hygienic handling.
Shelf Life
- Fresh rockfish is highly perishable; shelf life is short under chilled conditions and is strongly dependent on initial handling quality and continuous refrigeration.
- Freezing is used to extend market reach and buffer seasonal/management-driven supply variability for some trade channels.
Risks
Stock Sustainability HighRockfish/redfish supply is highly dependent on stock status and management decisions; many Sebastes species are long-lived and slow-growing, so stock declines can take many years to rebuild and can trigger sharp quota reductions, seasonal closures, or stricter bycatch constraints that disrupt export availability.Prioritize sourcing from fisheries with strong science-based management and transparent assessment (and certification where applicable); diversify species/origins and contract structures to reduce TAC-driven shock.
Regulatory Compliance MediumDemersal finfish trade is exposed to evolving import controls on traceability, catch documentation, and IUU prevention in major markets, increasing the risk of detentions, rejections, or buyer delisting when documentation is incomplete or supply chains are opaque.Implement end-to-end lot traceability (vessel/area/date), maintain complete catch documentation, and align supplier controls with destination-market requirements and buyer audit expectations.
Habitat Impact MediumWhere bottom trawling or other bottom-contact gears contribute to supply, reputational and market-access risks can rise due to concerns about benthic habitat impacts and bycatch, particularly for sensitive deepwater areas.Favor lower-impact gears and well-managed areas; document gear types, spatial measures, and bycatch mitigation; use credible third-party sustainability benchmarks where available.
Logistics MediumFresh rockfish quality is highly sensitive to cold-chain breaks; delays, insufficient icing, or temperature excursions can rapidly reduce shelf life and increase claims and waste in destination markets.Use validated icing/packing protocols, continuous temperature monitoring, and routing that minimizes dwell time; define receiving specs and rejection thresholds contractually.
Geopolitical MediumIf a portion of supply or raw material originates from geopolitically sensitive regions, sanctions, port restrictions, or buyer policies can abruptly change tradable routes and available volumes.Maintain approved alternate origins and processing pathways; strengthen origin verification and screen counterparties/logistics providers against applicable restrictions.
Sustainability
- Stock sustainability risk: many Sebastes species are long-lived and slow-growing, increasing sensitivity to overfishing and requiring conservative management.
- Habitat and bycatch concerns where bottom-contact gears are used in demersal fisheries, including potential impacts to benthic habitats and non-target species.
- Climate-driven distribution shifts and productivity changes in cold-temperate marine ecosystems, affecting regional availability and management uncertainty.
Labor & Social
- Vessel safety and working conditions risk in wild-capture fisheries (especially in remote or harsh-weather operating areas), requiring buyer due diligence and credible traceability.
FAQ
Where is global rockfish supply concentrated?Commercial supply is concentrated in cold-temperate capture fisheries of the North Pacific (notably the United States, Canada, and Russia) and the North Atlantic redfish complex (notably Iceland, Norway, and Greenland-linked fisheries), with product moving into North America, Europe, and Northeast Asia primarily as whole fish and fillets.
What is the single biggest global risk for rockfish trade?Stock sustainability is the most critical risk: many rockfish/redfish species are long-lived and slow-growing, so quota reductions or fishery restrictions driven by stock assessments can quickly reduce export availability and take years to reverse.
What handling practices matter most for fresh rockfish quality in trade?The key requirement is strict cold-chain control at or near melting-ice temperature from landing through delivery, because fresh rockfish is highly perishable and quality can deteriorate rapidly with delays, insufficient icing, or temperature excursions.
Sources
Fresh Rockfish Country Coverage for Suppliers, Export Flows, and Prices
Explore country-level Fresh Rockfish market pages for supplier coverage, trade flows, and price benchmarks.
All country market pages: Malaysia, Canada, France, Italy, Iceland, Mexico, Norway, Sierra Leone, Thailand, Denmark, Indonesia, Portugal, Sweden, Singapore, Finland, Vietnam, United Kingdom, Liberia, Poland, Australia, Senegal, Costa Rica, Germany, Morocco, Brazil, United Arab Emirates, India, Switzerland, Belgium, Panama, Jordan, Nicaragua, Israel, Ireland, Oman, Peru, Austria, New Zealand, Cyprus, Kuwait, Brunei, Croatia, Macao, Guatemala, Bahrain, Mauritius, Romania, Jamaica, Pakistan, Andorra, Azerbaijan, Sri Lanka, Czechia, Saudi Arabia, South Africa, El Salvador, Bulgaria, Luxembourg, Madagascar, Uruguay, Ecuador, Lithuania, Albania, Armenia, Argentina, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Barbados, Burkina Faso, Burundi, Bermuda, Bahamas, Botswana, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Ivory Coast, Colombia, Dominican Republic, Estonia, Egypt, Ethiopia, Fiji, Gabon, Honduras, Hungary, Iran, Kenya, Cambodia, Kazakhstan, Lesotho, Latvia, Moldova, Montenegro, Macedonia, Malta, Maldives, Mozambique, Namibia, Niger, Nepal, Philippines, Qatar, Serbia, Slovenia, Slovakia, Togo, Ukraine, Uganda, Uzbekistan, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, Zambia
Export & sourcing diagnosis
Fresh Rockfish — are you buying, or selling?
Either way it's a few questions. We'll come back with where you could buy it, or who you could sell it to.
Free diagnosis, no account required.
Related Fresh Rockfish Product Categories
Browse parent, sub, derived, and raw-material product market pages related to Fresh Rockfish.
Derived products: Dried Rockfish, Frozen Rockfish
By clicking “Accept Cookies,” I agree to provide cookies for statistical and personalized preference purposes. To learn more about our cookies, please read our Privacy Policy.