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Fresh Sea Bream Suppliers, Trade & Prices — Market Overview 2026

Sub Product
Fresh Dentex Bream, Fresh Gilt-head Sea Bream, Fresh Pandora, Fresh Red Sea Bream
Derived Products
Dried Sea Bream, Frozen Sea Bream
HS Code
030285
Last Updated
2026-09-01
Key takeaways for search and sourcing teams
  • Fresh Sea Bream market coverage spans 94 countries.
  • 312 exporter companies and 626 importer companies are indexed in the global supply chain intelligence network for this product.
  • 3,592 supplier-linked transactions are summarized across the top 17 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 Sea Bream

Analyze 3,592 supplier-linked transactions across the top 17 countries, with monthly unit-price benchmarks to track export competitiveness and sourcing risk for Fresh Sea Bream.

Fresh Sea Bream Country YoY Change in Supplier Transactions and Export Momentum

Compare positive and negative YoY shifts in Fresh Sea Bream to identify accelerating supplier markets and weakening export corridors.
Top YoY shifts for Fresh Sea Bream: Argentina (+131.8%), Spain (+45.7%), Poland (-45.0%).

Fresh Sea Bream Country-Level Supplier Transaction and Unit Price Summary

As of 2025-10, benchmark Fresh Sea Bream country transaction counts with monthly unit price and volume to prioritize supplier and export markets.
In 2026-03, countries with visible Fresh Sea Bream transaction unit prices: China (12.15 USD / kg), Japan (7.67 USD / kg), Mexico (7.26 USD / kg), India (5.62 USD / kg), Argentina (3.00 USD / kg), 1 more countries.
CountryYoY ChangeTransaction Count2025-102025-112025-122026-012026-022026-032026-042026-052026-062026-072026-082026-09
Japan+3.9%1,7367.42 USD / kg (482,122.51 kg)7.44 USD / kg (265,233.3 kg)8.00 USD / kg (201,126.4 kg)7.97 USD / kg (265,421.18 kg)7.94 USD / kg (464,157 kg)7.67 USD / kg (487,990 kg)
China-1.4%7613.00 USD / kg (3,456 kg)12.70 USD / kg (5,019 kg)12.87 USD / kg (9,746 kg)12.17 USD / kg (14,635 kg)12.13 USD / kg (15,187 kg)12.15 USD / kg (22,858 kg)
India-6.6%8445.39 USD / kg (6,224 kg)5.66 USD / kg (3,592 kg)6.91 USD / kg (841 kg)6.21 USD / kg (2,581 kg)6.87 USD / kg (4,165 kg)5.62 USD / kg (5,226 kg)
Chile-27.8%17- (-)1.52 USD / kg (42,004.3 kg)- (-)- (-)0.75 USD / kg (16,100 kg)0.80 USD / kg (32,200 kg)
Argentina+131.8%823.09 USD / kg (9,370.76 kg)3.02 USD / kg (4,955 kg)3.00 USD / kg (2,203.5 kg)3.58 USD / kg (57,150 kg)- (-)3.00 USD / kg (1,800 kg)
Mexico+29.4%946.44 USD / kg (1,230 kg)6.09 USD / kg (896.3 kg)6.46 USD / kg (1,331 kg)6.99 USD / kg (697.5 kg)7.14 USD / kg (136.7 kg)7.26 USD / kg (157 kg)
Turkiye+23.6%5867.23 USD / kg (124,298.2 kg)6.95 USD / kg (105,629 kg)7.51 USD / kg (172,338 kg)9.80 USD / kg (7,090 kg)9.88 USD / kg (5,980 kg)- (-)
Costa Rica-17- (-)- (-)- (-)13.96 USD / kg (2,481.284 kg)13.56 USD / kg (2,018.712 kg)- (-)
Morocco+1.0%1025.44 USD / kg (56 kg)25.37 USD / kg (42 kg)- (-)- (-)25.60 USD / kg (25 kg)- (-)
Pakistan+31.6%510.51 USD / kg (3,476.66 kg)3.97 USD / kg (826 kg)3.49 USD / kg (100 kg)4.00 USD / kg (18 kg)- (-)- (-)
Fresh Sea Bream Global Supply Chain Coverage
938 companies
312 exporters and 626 importers are mapped for Fresh Sea Bream.
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Fresh Sea Bream Export Supplier Intelligence, Trade Flows, and Price Signals

312 exporter companies are mapped in Tridge Supply Chain Intelligence for Fresh Sea Bream. Exporters and importers can use company profiles and analytics to evaluate supplier coverage, trading activity, and route opportunities.

Fresh Sea Bream Top Exporters and Supplier Profiles

Review leading exporter profiles while benchmarking against 312 total exporter companies in the Fresh Sea Bream supply chain intelligence network. Exporters and importers can unlock company profiles and analytics to qualify partners faster.
(Japan)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-08-28
Recently Export Partner Companies: 1
Employee Size: 101 - 500 Employees
Sales Revenue: USD Over 1B
Industries: Beverage ManufacturingFood ManufacturingFood Services And Drinking Places
Value Chain Roles: Distribution / WholesaleFarming / Production / Processing / PackingFood Manufacturing
(Turkiye)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-08-01
Recently Export Partner Companies: 11
Employee Size: Over 1000 Employees
Sales Revenue: USD 50M - 100M
Industries: Beverage ManufacturingFood ManufacturingFood PackagingOthers
Value Chain Roles: Distribution / WholesaleFarming / Production / Processing / PackingFood Manufacturing
(Japan)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-08-01
Employee Size: Over 1000 Employees
Sales Revenue: USD Over 1B
Industries: Fishing AquacultureFood ManufacturingFood PackagingFood Services And Drinking PlacesFood Wholesalers
Value Chain Roles: Distribution / WholesaleFarming / Production / Processing / PackingFood ManufacturingRetailTrade
(Turkiye)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-08-01
Recently Export Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Food WholesalersOthers
Value Chain Roles: Distribution / WholesaleTrade
(Turkiye)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-08-01
Industries: Others
Value Chain Roles: Trade
(Panama)
Latest Export Transaction: 2025-12-30
Recently Export Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Fishing AquacultureOthers
Value Chain Roles: Farming / Production / Processing / PackingOthers
Fresh Sea Bream Global Exporter Coverage
312 companies
Exporter company count is a key signal for Fresh Sea Bream supply depth and sourcing optionality.
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Top Exporting Countries for Fresh Sea Bream (HS Code 030285) in 2024

For Fresh Sea Bream in 2024, compare export volume and value across the top 10 supplier countries to map core supply structure.
RankCountryVolumeValue
1Greece64,196,090 kg412,358,560.091 USD
2Turkiye58,535,503 kg328,572,359 USD
3Italy10,405,819 kg73,236,964.026 USD
4Spain10,856,300.295 kg66,081,167.523 USD
5Croatia7,871,932.823 kg60,837,028 USD
6Netherlands4,519,817 kg29,317,160.146 USD
7Cyprus3,297,549 kg23,930,990.359 USD
8New Zealand2,589,819 kg21,223,286.544 USD
9Albania3,112,543.88 kg16,541,151.199 USD
10Portugal1,124,151 kg11,282,733.915 USD

Fresh Sea Bream Export Trade Flow and Partner Country Summary

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Fresh Sea Bream Import Buyer Intelligence, Demand Signals, and Price Benchmarks

626 importer companies are mapped for Fresh Sea Bream demand intelligence. Use Supply Chain Intelligence company profiles and analytics to prioritize buyers, distributors, and downstream demand partners by market.

Fresh Sea Bream Top Buyers, Importers, and Demand Partners

Review leading buyer profiles and compare them against 626 total importer companies tracked for Fresh Sea Bream. Exporters and importers can use Supply Chain Intelligence company profiles and analytics to evaluate buyer quality and demand concentration.
(Spain)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-08-01
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Food ManufacturingFood Services And Drinking PlacesFood Wholesalers
Value Chain Roles: -
(Georgia)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-08-01
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Food Services And Drinking PlacesOthers
Value Chain Roles: -
(Cyprus)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-08-01
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Fishing AquacultureOthers
Value Chain Roles: -
(Spain)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-08-01
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Employee Size: 1 - 10 Employees
Industries: Others
Value Chain Roles: -
(Lebanon)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-08-01
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Brokers And Trade AgenciesFishing AquacultureFood ManufacturingFood Services And Drinking Places
Value Chain Roles: -
(Russia)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-08-01
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Fishing AquacultureFood ManufacturingFood Wholesalers
Value Chain Roles: -
Global Importer Coverage
626 companies
Importer company count highlights the current depth of demand-side visibility for Fresh Sea Bream.
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Top Import Demand Countries for Fresh Sea Bream (HS Code 030285) in 2024

For Fresh Sea Bream in 2024, compare import volume and value across the top 10 demand countries to identify priority markets.
RankCountryVolumeValue
1Italy41,241,126 kg271,365,147.519 USD
2Spain28,587,747.57 kg176,474,841.432 USD
3Portugal14,786,064 kg104,051,496.877 USD
4Greece10,685,527 kg59,794,203.523 USD
5Israel7,104,036.858 kg45,568,000 USD
6Netherlands6,969,871.513 kg44,125,392.307 USD
7United States2,869,793 kg37,270,820 USD
8Germany5,098,523 kg35,751,159.727 USD
9United Kingdom4,560,833 kg31,283,804.756 USD
10Romania3,853,616.164 kg25,806,797.43 USD

Fresh Sea Bream Import Trade Flow and Origin Country Summary

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Global Wholesale Supplier Price Trends by Country for Fresh Sea Bream

Fresh Sea Bream Monthly Wholesale Supplier Price Summary by Country

Monthly Fresh Sea Bream wholesale unit-price benchmarks by country for export and sourcing decisions.
In 2026-03, countries with visible Fresh Sea Bream wholesale unit prices: Spain (20.87 USD / kg), France (15.14 USD / kg), Japan (10.91 USD / kg), Turkiye (7.71 USD / kg), Egypt (7.18 USD / kg).
Country2025-102025-112025-122026-012026-022026-032026-042026-052026-062026-072026-082026-09
Spain18.76 USD / kg16.09 USD / kg21.70 USD / kg21.02 USD / kg20.22 USD / kg20.87 USD / kg
Turkiye6.80 USD / kg8.05 USD / kg8.63 USD / kg8.42 USD / kg7.92 USD / kg7.71 USD / kg
France15.65 USD / kg14.93 USD / kg14.91 USD / kg14.49 USD / kg15.09 USD / kg15.14 USD / kg
Egypt6.84 USD / kg6.88 USD / kg7.36 USD / kg7.41 USD / kg7.45 USD / kg7.18 USD / kg
Japan10.25 USD / kg10.61 USD / kg10.47 USD / kg11.52 USD / kg10.68 USD / kg10.91 USD / kg

Fresh Sea Bream Wholesale Price Competitiveness by Major Exporting Countries

Compare Fresh Sea Bream wholesale price ranges and YoY changes across the top 5 exporting countries to benchmark supplier price competitiveness.
RankCountryAverageLowerUpperYoY
1Spain20.51 USD / kg5.20 USD / kg53.57 USD / kg+12.5%
2Turkiye7.61 USD / kg2.34 USD / kg15.60 USD / kg+12.3%
3France15.57 USD / kg7.35 USD / kg29.61 USD / kg+10.1%
4Egypt7.08 USD / kg6.69 USD / kg7.55 USD / kg+88.9%
5Japan10.34 USD / kg2.69 USD / kg22.11 USD / kg+3.2%

Latest Fresh Sea Bream Wholesale Export Price Updates

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DateEntry NameUnit Price (USD) 
2026-08-01DOR*** * ********* ****** ** ******** ******* ******30.06 USD / kg
2026-08-01(활)** ** * **** **10.12 USD / kg
2026-08-01DAU**** ****** *********** ******** **** * ******* ******12.19 USD / kg
2026-08-01(선)** ** * **** **1.44 USD / kg
2026-08-01(선)* ****** * **** **3.53 USD / kg
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Classification

Product TypeRaw Material
Product FormFresh
Industry PositionPrimary Aquaculture Product

Raw Material

Commodity GroupMarine finfish (aquaculture and capture fisheries)
Scientific NameSparus aurata (gilthead seabream); Pagrus major (red seabream)
PerishabilityHigh
Growing Conditions
  • Coastal marine aquaculture conditions suitable for sea-cage farming, including adequate dissolved oxygen, acceptable salinity, and managed exposure to storms and temperature extremes.
  • Biosecurity and fish health management capacity to control parasites and infectious disease risks in intensive farming environments.
Main VarietiesGilthead seabream (Mediterranean aquaculture trade focus), Red seabream (East Asian market focus)
Consumption Forms
  • Whole fresh/chilled (often gutted) for grilling/baking/roasting
  • Fresh fillets/portions in selected retail and foodservice programs
Grading Factors
  • Weight/size banding
  • Freshness and condition (appearance, odor, firmness)
  • Skin integrity and physical damage
  • Handling/icing performance and temperature compliance

Market

Fresh sea bream in international trade is dominated by aquaculture production, with gilthead seabream (Sparus aurata) from the Mediterranean forming the core of high-volume cross-border flows. Production and export availability are concentrated around Turkey, Greece, Spain, and Italy, while demand is strongest in Southern and Western Europe where chilled whole-fish distribution is well established. Trade performance is strongly shaped by farm-gate biology (growth rates, survival), feed input costs, and cold-chain execution for highly perishable fresh shipments. Climate variability in key farming basins and episodic farm health events can quickly tighten supply and shift prices across import-dependent markets.
Major Producing Countries
  • TurkiyeMajor Mediterranean aquaculture producer of gilthead seabream with significant export orientation into Europe.
  • GreeceLong-established Mediterranean seabream farming base supplying EU wholesale and retail channels.
  • SpainImportant producer with domestic consumption and intra-EU trade, including premium fresh formats.
  • ItalySignificant producer and also a major consumer market; domestic supply is complemented by imports.
  • JapanMajor producer/consumer of red seabream (Pagrus major), with trade dynamics distinct from Mediterranean gilthead seabream.
Major Exporting Countries
  • TurkiyeKey exporter of farmed gilthead seabream into EU markets via chilled logistics.
  • GreeceLarge exporter of farmed gilthead seabream, supplying Mediterranean and wider European demand.
  • SpainExports regionally within Europe, especially when domestic supply exceeds near-term demand.
  • CroatiaSmaller but established exporter of farmed seabream into nearby European markets.
Major Importing Countries
  • ItalyOne of the largest European destination markets for fresh farmed seabream.
  • FranceMajor importer for retail and foodservice demand for Mediterranean farmed seabream.
  • SpainImports supplement domestic production depending on seasonal supply balance and pricing.
  • United KingdomImports fresh Mediterranean farmed seabream through specialized seafood distributors and retail programs.
  • GermanyImports through wholesale channels, including via European distribution hubs.

Specification

Major VarietiesGilthead seabream (Sparus aurata), Red seabream (Pagrus major)
Physical Attributes
  • Commonly traded as whole fresh/chilled fish (often gutted), where bright eyes, red gills, intact skin/scales, and firm flesh are key acceptance indicators.
  • Commercial sizing is typically weight-based (graded into buyer-specific size bands for portioning and presentation).
Compositional Metrics
  • Freshness and handling performance are commonly assessed via sensory checks and, where specified, laboratory freshness indicators used by buyers and regulators.
Grades
  • Size/weight grade specifications (buyer programs) and freshness-condition requirements used in wholesale and retail procurement.
Packaging
  • Insulated seafood boxes (commonly polystyrene or equivalent) packed with flake/gel ice and absorbent liners for chilled distribution.
  • Retail-ready trays for selected formats (e.g., portions/fillets) where permitted, typically requiring strict temperature control and hygiene.
ProcessingPrimarily sold as fresh whole fish; value-added processing (filleting/portioning) increases exposure to shelf-life and hygiene sensitivity and typically requires tighter temperature control.

Supply Chain

Value Chain
  • Hatchery/juvenile production -> sea-cage grow-out -> harvest -> grading by weight and condition -> icing and packing -> chilled transport to wholesale markets -> retail/foodservice distribution.
Demand Drivers
  • Strong Mediterranean and European culinary demand for whole fresh fish and portionable sizes.
  • Retail preference for consistent sizing and year-round availability achievable via aquaculture supply planning.
Temperature
  • Near-melting chilled handling (ice-based systems) and uninterrupted cold chain are critical to maintain freshness and prevent rapid quality loss.
  • Time-temperature control is central for compliance and to reduce spoilage and rejection risk in cross-border trade.
Atmosphere Control
  • Controlled/modified atmosphere approaches are more relevant for portions/fillets than for whole iced fish, and must be paired with validated shelf-life and hygiene controls.
Shelf Life
  • Fresh sea bream is highly perishable; sellable life is strongly constrained by harvest hygiene, rapid chilling, and cold-chain integrity through distribution.

Risks

Climate And Farm Health HighFresh sea bream export supply is highly exposed to climate-driven stress in key farming basins (especially the Mediterranean), where warmer water episodes and shifting conditions can increase mortality risk and intensify parasite/disease pressures in sea-cage systems. Sudden production shortfalls can rapidly tighten availability for import-dependent markets because fresh trade relies on continuous harvest and short, cold-chain-constrained lead times.Diversify origin sourcing across multiple farming countries and basins; require farm health monitoring and contingency harvest plans; align contracts with cold-chain and quality KPIs plus insurance/force-majeure provisions.
Feed Inputs MediumFarmed seabream production costs are sensitive to feed ingredient availability and pricing, creating volatility in farm-gate prices and export competitiveness and potentially shifting supply toward domestic markets when margins compress.Use indexed pricing/contract structures where feasible; prioritize suppliers with documented feed strategies and recognized aquaculture sustainability certifications.
Logistics And Shelf Life MediumFresh/chilled whole fish has limited tolerance for delays and temperature excursions; disruptions in air/road/sea refrigerated logistics can translate quickly into downgraded quality, higher waste, and border or buyer rejections.Set clear time-temperature specifications and data-logging requirements; use validated insulated packaging/icing plans; maintain alternative routes and backup carriers for peak periods.
Regulatory Compliance MediumCross-border seafood trade is exposed to sanitary, labeling, and traceability requirements (including documentation and residue controls for aquaculture), and non-compliance can trigger shipment holds, rejections, or heightened inspection frequencies.Implement end-to-end traceability (lot-level), residue monitoring aligned with destination rules, and pre-export documentation checks; audit suppliers for compliance systems.
Sustainability
  • Fish-feed sustainability (dependence on fishmeal/fish oil and agricultural feed ingredients) and associated supply/price volatility.
  • Localized environmental impacts of marine cage farming (nutrient loading, benthic impacts) and increasing scrutiny of site licensing and monitoring.
  • Climate change exposure for coastal aquaculture (warming waters and marine heatwaves) affecting growth, survival, and disease dynamics.
Labor & Social
  • Worker safety risks in offshore/coastal cage operations (vessel work, diving, lifting, severe weather exposure).
  • Migrant and seasonal labor conditions in aquaculture and downstream seafood handling, requiring due-diligence and supplier audits.
  • Seafood traceability and labeling integrity (species/origin/production method) to reduce fraud and protect buyer compliance.

FAQ

Which countries dominate global exports of fresh sea bream?Fresh sea bream export flows are most concentrated around Mediterranean aquaculture, with Turkey and Greece typically among the most important exporting countries, alongside Spain and smaller regional exporters such as Croatia.
Is fresh sea bream in international trade mostly wild-caught or farmed?International trade in fresh sea bream is heavily influenced by aquaculture supply, especially Mediterranean farmed gilthead seabream, because farming enables consistent sizing and more continuous availability than many wild-capture supply patterns.
What is the biggest operational risk for buyers sourcing fresh sea bream internationally?The most disruptive risk is climate- and health-related shocks in key farming areas (notably the Mediterranean), because warming events and farm health issues can reduce harvest volumes quickly, and fresh trade has little buffer due to short shelf life and strict cold-chain needs.
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