Fresh Whole Triggerfish Suppliers, Trade & Prices — Market Overview 2026
Parent Product
Fresh Triggerfish
HS Code
030289
Last Updated
2026-08-23
Key takeaways for search and sourcing teams
- Fresh Whole Triggerfish market coverage spans 120 countries.
- 21 exporter companies and 31 importer companies are indexed in the global supply chain intelligence network for this product.
- 105 supplier-linked transactions are summarized across the top 5 countries.
- Latest reference year in this page dataset is 2024.
- Page data last updated on 2026-08-23.
Global Supplier Transactions, Export Activity, and Price Benchmarks for Fresh Whole Triggerfish
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Fresh Whole Triggerfish Country YoY Change in Supplier Transactions and Export Momentum
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Top YoY shifts for Fresh Whole Triggerfish: Mexico (+2962.5%), Indonesia (+18.5%), Ecuador (-7.7%).
Fresh Whole Triggerfish Country-Level Supplier Transaction and Unit Price Summary
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In 2026-02, countries with visible Fresh Whole Triggerfish transaction unit prices: Mexico (7.45 USD / kg), Indonesia (4.12 USD / kg), Ecuador (0.20 USD / kg).
| Country | YoY Change | Transaction Count | 2025-09 | 2025-10 | 2025-11 | 2025-12 | 2026-01 | 2026-02 | 2026-03 | 2026-04 | 2026-05 | 2026-06 | 2026-07 | 2026-08 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mexico | +2962.5% | 20 | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | 8.20 USD / kg (2,323 kg) | 7.45 USD / kg (161 kg) | ||||||
| Ecuador | -7.7% | 68 | 0.20 USD / kg (882 kg) | 0.20 USD / kg (1,766 kg) | 0.20 USD / kg (1,140 kg) | 0.20 USD / kg (1,573 kg) | 0.20 USD / kg (1,170 kg) | 0.20 USD / kg (105 kg) | ||||||
| Indonesia | +18.5% | 8 | 4.02 USD / kg (0.4 kg) | 25.63 USD / kg (4.16 kg) | 57.50 USD / kg (0.4 kg) | 50.81 USD / kg (2.289 kg) | 2.67 USD / kg (0.39 kg) | 4.12 USD / kg (1.26 kg) | ||||||
| Japan | - | 7 | - (-) | - (-) | 21.36 USD / kg (5.58 kg) | 35.43 USD / kg (11.09 kg) | - (-) | - (-) | ||||||
| United States | - | 2 | - (-) | - (-) | 19.13 USD / kg (1.67 kg) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) |
Fresh Whole Triggerfish Global Supply Chain Coverage
52 companies
21 exporters and 31 importers are mapped for Fresh Whole Triggerfish.
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Fresh Whole Triggerfish Export Supplier Intelligence, Trade Flows, and Price Signals
21 exporter companies are mapped in Tridge Supply Chain Intelligence for Fresh Whole Triggerfish. Exporters and importers can use company profiles and analytics to evaluate supplier coverage, trading activity, and route opportunities.
Fresh Whole Triggerfish Top Exporters and Supplier Profiles
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(Sri Lanka)
Latest Export Transaction: 2025-10-09
Industries: OthersShipping And Water Transport
Value Chain Roles: Distribution / WholesaleTrade
Exporting Countries: Germany, Russia
Supplying Products: Fresh Triggerfish, Fresh Sea Star, Fresh Whole Triggerfish
(Sri Lanka)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-07-23
Sales Revenue: USD 5M - 10M
Industries: Animal ProductionFishing AquacultureFood Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: Farming / Production / Processing / PackingTrade
Exporting Countries: Canada, Turkiye, Pakistan, France, Japan, Germany, United States, Qatar, United Kingdom, Russia
Supplying Products: Fresh Seaweed, Fresh Common Shrimp and Prawn, Fresh Sea Star +3
(Kenya)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-07-23
Industries: Fishing AquacultureOthers
Value Chain Roles: Distribution / WholesaleTrade
Exporting Countries: Uzbekistan
Supplying Products: Fresh Filefish, Fresh Sea Star, Fresh Snail +5
(Indonesia)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-07-23
Industries: Fishing AquacultureFood ManufacturingFood Services And Drinking Places
Value Chain Roles: Farming / Production / Processing / PackingFood ManufacturingTrade
Exporting Countries: Uzbekistan
Supplying Products: Fresh Stingray, Fresh Fusilier, Fresh Snapper +5
(Costa Rica)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-07-23
Industries: Fishing AquacultureFood ManufacturingFood Packaging
Value Chain Roles: Distribution / WholesaleFarming / Production / Processing / PackingFood Manufacturing
Exporting Countries: United States, United Kingdom, Hong Kong
Supplying Products: Fresh Anglerfish, Fresh Pufferfish, Fresh Triggerfish +5
(Indonesia)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-07-23
Industries: Others
Value Chain Roles: Trade
Exporting Countries: China, Hong Kong, Singapore, Kuwait, Brazil, Malaysia, Italy, United Arab Emirates, South Africa, Germany
Supplying Products: Fresh Sea Grapes, Fresh Snail, Fresh Bluefish +5
Fresh Whole Triggerfish Global Exporter Coverage
21 companies
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Top Exporting Countries for Fresh Whole Triggerfish (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 Whole Triggerfish Export Trade Flow and Partner Country Summary
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Fresh Whole Triggerfish Import Buyer Intelligence, Demand Signals, and Price Benchmarks
31 importer companies are mapped for Fresh Whole Triggerfish demand intelligence. Use Supply Chain Intelligence company profiles and analytics to prioritize buyers, distributors, and downstream demand partners by market.
Fresh Whole Triggerfish Top Buyers, Importers, and Demand Partners
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(United States)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-07-23
Industries: Others
Value Chain Roles: -
(Italy)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-07-23
Employee Size: 1 - 10 Employees
Industries: Animal ProductionOthers
Value Chain Roles: -
(Israel)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-07-23
Industries: Others
Value Chain Roles: -
(Singapore)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-07-23
Industries: Others
Value Chain Roles: -
(Italy)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-07-23
Employee Size: 1 - 10 Employees
Industries: Animal ProductionBrokers And Trade AgenciesOthers
Value Chain Roles: -
(United Kingdom)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-07-23
Employee Size: 11 - 50 Employees
Industries: Others
Value Chain Roles: -
Global Importer Coverage
31 companies
Importer company count highlights the current depth of demand-side visibility for Fresh Whole Triggerfish.
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Top Import Demand Countries for Fresh Whole Triggerfish (HS Code 030289) in 2024
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| 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 Whole Triggerfish Import Trade Flow and Origin Country Summary
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Classification
Product TypeRaw Material
Product FormFresh
Industry PositionPrimary Seafood Product
Raw Material
Commodity GroupMarine finfish (reef-associated and coastal)
Scientific NameBalistidae (triggerfishes; multiple species traded under the common name)
PerishabilityHigh
Growing Conditions
- Wild-caught marine species; tropical/subtropical waters
- Commonly reef-associated or linked to hard-bottom coastal habitats; distribution varies by species
Main VarietiesBalistes capriscus (grey triggerfish), Balistoides viridescens (titan triggerfish), Pseudobalistes flavimarginatus (yellowmargin triggerfish), Balistes polylepis (finescale triggerfish), Balistes punctatus (bluespotted triggerfish)
Consumption Forms
- Fresh/chilled whole fish for cooking
- Fresh fillets prepared from whole fish (market-dependent)
- Dried-salted forms reported for some triggerfish species in certain markets
Grading Factors
- Freshness indicators (appearance, odor, firmness/texture) consistent with Codex fish handling guidance
- Physical condition (skin integrity, bruising, dehydration)
- Size/weight consistency for buyer specifications
- Catch-area traceability for reef-fish toxin (ciguatera) risk management
Market
Fresh whole triggerfish refers to a group of reef-associated marine finfish (family Balistidae) sold primarily as a chilled, whole product. Supply is predominantly wild-caught across tropical and subtropical coastal fisheries, with landings captured in FAO’s global capture production statistics frameworks rather than a single globally standardized commodity stream. Because the product is traded fresh/chilled and often recorded under broader “fresh/chilled fish, n.e.c.” customs categories, product-specific global trade visibility can be limited. A defining market constraint is food-safety risk management for reef-fish toxins (notably ciguatera) and the need for strong origin traceability and cold-chain control.
Market GrowthNot Mentioned
Specification
Major VarietiesGrey triggerfish (Balistes capriscus), Titan triggerfish (Balistoides viridescens), Yellowmargin triggerfish (Pseudobalistes flavimarginatus), Finescale triggerfish (Balistes polylepis), Bluespotted triggerfish (Balistes punctatus)
Physical Attributes
- Thick/tough skin and prominent dorsal spines; typically marketed whole and gutted/ungutted depending on market
- Reef-associated body form with strong jaw/teeth; handling often emphasizes avoiding puncture damage from spines
Grades
- Freshness and condition grading commonly aligns to Codex fish handling guidance (appearance/odor/texture indicators) rather than species-specific international grade classes
Packaging
- Chilled whole fish packed with ice in insulated boxes/liners for short shelf-life distribution
- Clear labeling for species/common name and catch area is important for traceability and toxin-risk management
ProcessingSome triggerfish species are marketed fresh and also as dried-salted product forms in certain markets (species- and region-dependent).
Supply Chain
Value Chain
- Capture (small-scale and commercial) -> onboard handling/icing -> landing/auction or first sale -> evisceration/cleaning (market-dependent) -> chilled distribution -> retail/foodservice
Demand Drivers
- Regional coastal consumption and niche demand where triggerfish are established as an edible reef fish
- Fresh whole presentation for wet markets and foodservice that value whole-fish formats
Temperature
- Time/temperature control is critical for fresh fish quality; rapid chilling after capture and continuous cold chain are emphasized in Codex fish handling guidance.
Risks
Food Safety HighCiguatera fish poisoning is a deal-breaker risk for reef fish supply chains because ciguatoxins cannot be detected by taste/smell/appearance and are not destroyed by cooking or freezing; triggerfish are among fish types reported in ciguatera events, and risk is linked to tropical/subtropical reef catch areas. Climate-driven reef deterioration is expected to increase ciguatera risk in some regions, raising the probability of illness incidents, recalls, and trade restrictions for reef-fish products.Use strict origin and catch-area traceability, avoid sourcing from known ciguatera hotspots, apply buyer specifications that restrict high-risk sizes/parts, and maintain supplier incident protocols (hold/withdrawal) aligned with public health guidance.
Regulatory Compliance MediumFresh whole fish trade requires compliance with hygiene and handling controls (including time/temperature management and sanitary processing) and may face intensified scrutiny when toxin risks (reef fish) are a known hazard category.Implement Codex-aligned prerequisite programs (hygiene, traceability/recall procedures) and document cold-chain controls from vessel to market.
Logistics MediumAs a fresh/chilled whole fish product, triggerfish is highly sensitive to temperature abuse and delays, which can rapidly degrade quality and shorten marketable shelf life, constraining long-distance trade options compared with frozen formats.Prioritize rapid icing/chilling at capture, insulated packaging with adequate ice, and short lead-time distribution routes with documented temperature control.
Sustainability
- Reef ecosystem dependence: habitat degradation and climate stress on coral/reef systems can affect availability and raise monitoring needs for reef-associated fisheries
- Data and traceability gaps: multi-species, small-scale reef fisheries can have weaker reporting and chain-of-custody controls than large industrial commodities
FAQ
Why is ciguatera a major risk for triggerfish in global trade?Ciguatera is associated with tropical/subtropical reef fish and is difficult to control because the toxin can’t be reliably detected by taste, smell, or appearance and it isn’t destroyed by cooking or freezing. Public health references list triggerfish among fish types that have been implicated, so buyers often require strong catch-area traceability and risk-based sourcing controls.
What scientific name is commonly associated with “gray/grey triggerfish” in seafood references?A commonly referenced edible triggerfish species is the gray/grey triggerfish, Balistes capriscus.
Is triggerfish only sold fresh, or are other product forms used?While this record focuses on fresh whole triggerfish, species references (e.g., FishBase entries for some triggerfish) note that certain triggerfish are marketed fresh and can also be sold as dried-salted products in some contexts.
Sources
Fresh Whole Triggerfish Country Coverage for Suppliers, Export Flows, and Prices
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All country market pages: Netherlands, Myanmar [Burma], Malaysia, Italy, Mexico, Greece, Thailand, United Kingdom, Portugal, Denmark, Singapore, Australia, Senegal, Canada, Iceland, Costa Rica, Morocco, Brazil, Germany, India, United Arab Emirates, Switzerland, Panama, Belgium, Nicaragua, Jordan, Sweden, Israel, Oman, Ireland, Turkiye, Peru, Austria, New Zealand, Cyprus, Kuwait, Brunei, Croatia, Macao, Guatemala, Bahrain, Tunisia, Mauritius, Romania, Jamaica, Andorra, Pakistan, Azerbaijan, Czechia, Saudi Arabia, South Africa, Luxembourg, El Salvador, Bulgaria, Uruguay, Madagascar, Ecuador, Lithuania, Albania, Armenia, Argentina, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Barbados, Burkina Faso, Burundi, Bermuda, Bahamas, Botswana, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Ivory Coast, Chile, Colombia, Dominican Republic, Estonia, Egypt, Ethiopia, Finland, Fiji, Gabon, Honduras, Hungary, Iran, Kenya, Cambodia, Kazakhstan, Liberia, Lesotho, Latvia, Moldova, Montenegro, Macedonia, Maldives, Mozambique, Namibia, Niger, Nepal, Philippines, Poland, Qatar, Serbia, Slovenia, Slovakia, Togo, Ukraine, Uganda, Uzbekistan, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, Zambia
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