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Frozen Baby Octopus Japan Market Overview 2026

Parent Product
HS Code
030752
Last Updated
2026-03-24
Key takeaways for search and sourcing teams
  • Japan Frozen Baby Octopus market intelligence page includes 0 premium suppliers.
  • 4 sampled export transactions for Japan are summarized.
  • 29 export partner companies and 2 import partner companies are mapped for Frozen Baby Octopus in Japan.
  • Wholesale sample entries: 0; farmgate sample entries: 0.
  • 5 export partner countries and 5 import partner countries are ranked.
  • Latest reference year in this page dataset is 2024.
  • Page data last updated on 2026-03-24.

Frozen Baby Octopus Export Supplier Intelligence, Price Trends, and Trade Flows in Japan

29 export partner companies are tracked for Frozen Baby Octopus in Japan. Use Supply Chain Intelligence company profiles and analytics to validate exporter coverage, partner quality, and route priorities.

Explore Frozen Baby Octopus export intelligence in Japan, including 4 sampled supplier transactions, monthly unit-price ranges, and partner-country trade flow patterns for HS Code 030752.

Sample Export Supplier Transaction Records for Frozen Baby Octopus in Japan

4 sampled Frozen Baby Octopus transactions in Japan include date, origin, and partner-country context to benchmark export prices and supplier trading patterns.
Frozen Baby Octopus sampled transaction unit prices by date in Japan: 2025-08-28: 12.53 USD / kg, 2025-08-28: 12.53 USD / kg, 2025-05-06: 12.73 USD / kg, 2025-05-06: 12.73 USD / kg.

DateReported ProductUnit PriceExporterImporter 
2025-08-28FRO*** ***** **** ******* **** *** ****** ***** ******* *** *** **** ********* ******* **** ********* **** ****************** **** *** ***********12.53 USD / kg (Japan) (Japan)
2025-08-28FRO*** ***** **** ******* **** *** ****** ***** ******* *** *** **** ********* ******* **** ********* **** ******************** **** *** ***********12.53 USD / kg (Japan) (Japan)
2025-05-06FRO*** ***** **** ******* **** *** ****** ***** ******* *** *** **** ********* ******* **** ********* **** ****************** **** *** ***********12.73 USD / kg (Japan) (Japan)
2025-05-06FRO*** ***** **** ******* **** *** ****** ***** ******* *** *** **** ********* ******* **** ********* **** ******************** **** *** ***********12.73 USD / kg (Japan) (Japan)

Top Frozen Baby Octopus Export Suppliers and Companies in Japan

Review leading exporter profiles and benchmark them against 29 total export partner companies tracked for Frozen Baby Octopus in Japan. Use Supply Chain Intelligence company profiles and analytics to shortlist sourcing and export partners faster.

(Japan)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-02-24
Employee Size: 11 - 50 Employees
Sales Revenue: USD 5M - 10M
Industries: Others
Value Chain Roles: Logistics
(Japan)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-02-24
Industries: Others
Value Chain Roles: TradeLogistics
(Japan)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-02-24
Employee Size: 1 - 10 Employees
Industries: Fishing AquacultureFood Wholesalers
Value Chain Roles: Distribution / WholesaleTradeFarming / Production / Processing / Packing
(Japan)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-02-24
Industries: Fishing AquacultureBrokers And Trade Agencies
Value Chain Roles: TradeFarming / Production / Processing / Packing
(Japan)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-02-24
Employee Size: Over 1000 Employees
Sales Revenue: USD Over 1B
Industries: Food ManufacturingFood WholesalersFishing Aquaculture
Value Chain Roles: Distribution / WholesaleTradeLogistics
(Japan)
Latest Export Transaction: 2025-08-28
Industries: Food ManufacturingBeverage ManufacturingFishing Aquaculture
Value Chain Roles: Distribution / WholesaleFarming / Production / Processing / PackingFood Manufacturing
(Japan)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-02-24
Industries: Food WholesalersFood Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: TradeDistribution / Wholesale
(Japan)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-02-24
Industries: Food Wholesalers
Value Chain Roles: Distribution / WholesaleTrade
(Japan)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-02-24
Industries: Food Services And Drinking PlacesFood Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: Food ManufacturingRetail
(Japan)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-02-24
Industries: Fishing AquacultureOthersFood Services And Drinking PlacesFood Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: Farming / Production / Processing / PackingFood ManufacturingTrade
(Japan)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-02-24
Employee Size: 101 - 500 Employees
Industries: Fishing AquacultureOthersFood Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: TradeOthersFood Manufacturing
(Japan)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-02-24
Industries: OthersFood Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: Food ManufacturingDistribution / WholesaleOthersTrade
(Japan)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-02-24
Industries: Food ManufacturingFood WholesalersFood Packaging
Value Chain Roles: Distribution / WholesaleFood ManufacturingTrade
(Japan)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-02-24
Industries: Brokers And Trade AgenciesFood WholesalersOthersFood PackagingFood ManufacturingFishing AquacultureBeverage Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: Farming / Production / Processing / PackingDistribution / WholesaleFood ManufacturingOthersTrade
(Japan)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-02-24
Industries: Fishing AquacultureBrokers And Trade AgenciesFood ManufacturingFood Packaging
Value Chain Roles: Food ManufacturingTrade
(Japan)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-02-24
Industries: Food ManufacturingFood Wholesalers
Value Chain Roles: Distribution / WholesaleTrade
(Japan)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-02-24
Industries: Fishing AquacultureFood Wholesalers
Value Chain Roles: TradeDistribution / Wholesale
(Japan)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-02-24
Employee Size: 501 - 1000 Employees
Industries: Food PackagingBeverage ManufacturingFood Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: Distribution / WholesaleTradeFood Manufacturing
(Japan)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-02-24
Industries: Food PackagingFishing AquacultureBrokers And Trade AgenciesFood Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: Trade
(Japan)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-02-24
Industries: Food Services And Drinking PlacesFood Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: TradeFood Manufacturing
Japan Export Partner Coverage
29 companies
Total export partner company count is a core signal of Japan export network depth for Frozen Baby Octopus.
Exporters and importers can open Supply Chain Intelligence company profiles and analytics to assess Frozen Baby Octopus partner concentration, capacity signals, and trade relevance in Japan.

Annual Export Value, Volume, and Supplier Market Size for Frozen Baby Octopus in Japan (HS Code 030752)

Analyze 3 years of Frozen Baby Octopus export volume and value in Japan to evaluate supplier market growth, seasonality, and trade volatility.

YearVolumeValue
2024119,7201,642,321 USD
2023126,9571,884,459 USD
2022304,2313,267,871 USD

Top Destination Markets for Frozen Baby Octopus Exports from Japan (HS Code 030752) in 2024

For 2024, compare export volume and value across the top 5 destination countries for Frozen Baby Octopus exports from Japan.

RankCountryVolumeValue
1Vietnam68,939702,421.836 USD
2United States24,712450,186.048 USD
3Hong Kong8,052175,580.685 USD
4Singapore1,16532,900.32 USD
5South Korea4,32016,397.308 USD

Frozen Baby Octopus Import Buyer Intelligence and Price Signals in Japan: Buyers, Demand, and Trade Partners

2 import partner companies are tracked for Frozen Baby Octopus in Japan. Exporters and importers can use Supply Chain Intelligence company profiles and analytics to analyze buyer demand, partner density, and downstream channels.

Sample Import Transaction and Price Records for Frozen Baby Octopus in Japan

5 sampled Frozen Baby Octopus import transactions in Japan provide date, origin, and trade-country context to benchmark price levels and demand-side trading patterns.
Frozen Baby Octopus sampled import transaction unit prices by date in Japan: 2026-01-31: 3.82 USD / kg, 2026-01-26: 8.40 USD / kg, 2026-01-13: 8.40 USD / kg, 2026-01-06: 10.10 USD / kg, 2026-01-06: 9.55 USD / kg.

DateReported ProductUnit PriceExporterImporterOrigin 
2026-01-3150 ******* ****** **** ******* ***** ******* **** *** * * **** ***** ***** ****** ***** ***3.82 USD / kg (-) (-)-
2026-01-26Oct**** *** ****** ****** ******* **************8.40 USD / kg (-) (-)-
2026-01-13Oct**** *** ****** ****** ******* **************8.40 USD / kg (-) (-)-
2026-01-06Oct**** ********** ****** ****** * **************10.10 USD / kg (-) (-)-
2026-01-06Oct**** *** ****** ***********************9.55 USD / kg (-) (-)-

Top Frozen Baby Octopus Buyers, Importers, and Demand Partners in Japan

Review leading buyer profiles and compare them with 2 total import partner companies tracked for Frozen Baby Octopus in Japan. Exporters and importers can use Supply Chain Intelligence company profiles and analytics to evaluate demand-side partner fit.

(Japan)
Latest Import Transaction: 2025-08-28
Industries: Food ManufacturingBeverage ManufacturingFishing Aquaculture
Value Chain Roles: Distribution / WholesaleFarming / Production / Processing / PackingFood Manufacturing
(Japan)
Latest Import Transaction: 2025-08-06
Employee Size: 101 - 500 Employees
Industries: OthersBeverage ManufacturingFood Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: Food ManufacturingDistribution / WholesaleTrade
Japan Import Partner Coverage
2 companies
Import partner company count highlights demand-side visibility for Frozen Baby Octopus in Japan.
Use Supply Chain Intelligence analytics and company profiles to identify active Frozen Baby Octopus importers, distributors, and buyer networks in Japan.

Annual Import Value, Volume, and Demand Size for Frozen Baby Octopus in Japan (HS Code 030752)

Track 3 years of Frozen Baby Octopus import volume and value in Japan to assess demand growth and market momentum.

YearVolumeValue
202430,994,199308,738,131 USD
202331,403,075308,839,254 USD
202234,121,094369,148,218 USD

Top Origin Supplier Countries Supplying Frozen Baby Octopus to Japan (HS Code 030752) in 2024

For 2024, compare import volume and value across the top 5 origin supplier countries supplying Frozen Baby Octopus to Japan.

RankCountryVolumeValue
1Mauritania9,713,317105,515,700.378 USD
2Morocco7,194,56967,522,622.019 USD
3China5,957,86664,485,400.551 USD
4Vietnam4,713,56441,342,225.252 USD
5Indonesia1,315,72511,837,872.139 USD

Classification

Product TypeRaw Material
Product FormFrozen
Industry PositionPrimary Seafood Product

Raw Material

Market

Frozen baby octopus in Japan is an import-dependent seafood item supplied through frozen distributors to retail and foodservice channels; market access is shaped by MHLW food import controls under the Food Sanitation Act and buyer requirements for stable cold-chain handling.
Market RoleImport-dependent consumer market (net importer)
Domestic RoleDomestic consumption market where imports are important to meet demand alongside domestic landings.

Specification

Physical Attributes
  • Size grading (small/baby size), uniformity, and visible defect limits (damage, discoloration) commonly affect acceptance.
  • Cleanliness specification (whole vs cleaned/eviscerated) and glaze/ice level are common commercial quality points for frozen packs.
Packaging
  • Frozen bulk packs for foodservice and repacked consumer formats; packaging integrity and leak prevention support cold-chain stability.

Supply Chain

Value Chain
  • Overseas harvest/landing → primary processing (cleaning/size sorting) → freezing and packing → reefer sea freight → Japan import clearance (MHLW + customs) → frozen distribution → retail/foodservice
Temperature
  • Continuous frozen cold chain with avoidance of thaw–refreeze cycles to limit drip loss, texture degradation, and quality claims.
Shelf Life
  • Commercial shelf-life is sensitive to temperature excursions and packaging damage during reefer handling and domestic frozen distribution.
Freight IntensityHigh
Transport ModeSea

Risks

Sps Rejection or Detention HighJapan’s import food safety controls under the MHLW Food Sanitation Act can detain, test, or reject frozen seafood shipments if documentation is incomplete or if product fails safety standards, creating immediate disruption and potential intensified inspection for future lots.Run a pre-shipment compliance pack: align product specs and labeling with the importer’s checklist, keep complete lot traceability, and confirm the importer’s Food Import Notification requirements before shipment.
Logistics MediumReefer freight volatility and route disruptions can raise landed costs and increase temperature-excursion risk, affecting quality claims and customer acceptance in Japan.Use carriers with reefer monitoring, specify temperature-control and claims terms in contracts, and build schedule buffers for peak congestion periods.
Sustainability Iuu MediumIf upstream fisheries are linked to IUU fishing concerns, Japanese buyers and downstream customers may impose additional due diligence or discontinue sourcing, even when the product is otherwise compliant at the border.Provide origin/catch documentation where available, adopt a supplier code of conduct, and prioritize verified fisheries or audited supply chains for higher-risk origins.
Labor Social Compliance MediumSeafood supply chains can carry forced-labor risks on vessels and in processing in certain regions; allegations can trigger buyer delisting and reputational harm in Japan.Require third-party social audits for higher-risk origins, implement grievance and recruitment-fee controls, and document corrective actions for any findings.
Sustainability
  • Overfishing and stock variability concerns for cephalopods in some sourcing regions can drive supply volatility and buyer sustainability screening.
  • IUU (illegal, unreported and unregulated) fishing exposure in upstream harvest fisheries can trigger buyer rejection and reputational risk.
Labor & Social
  • Forced labor and abusive working conditions risks have been documented in parts of the global fishing and seafood processing sector; Japanese buyers may require social compliance evidence depending on origin and channel.
Standards
  • HACCP-based food safety management
  • ISO 22000 / FSSC 22000
  • BRCGS (where required by specific retail programs)

FAQ

What is Japan’s market role for frozen baby octopus?Japan functions mainly as an import-dependent consumer market for frozen baby octopus, with imports supplying retail and foodservice demand alongside domestic landings.
What are the core compliance steps for importing frozen baby octopus into Japan?Importers generally submit a Food Import Notification under Japan’s Food Sanitation Act and complete customs clearance with standard shipping documents; shipments may be inspected if required by MHLW.
Why is cold-chain control critical for this product in Japan?Frozen baby octopus is sensitive to temperature excursions; thaw–refreeze cycles can degrade texture and trigger quality complaints, so Japanese buyers typically expect stable frozen handling from origin to domestic distribution.

Sources

Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare (MHLW), Japan — Food Sanitation Act — food import procedures and Food Import Notification guidance
Japan Customs — Japan Customs tariff schedule and import clearance guidance
Consumer Affairs Agency (CAA), Japan — Food Labeling Standards under Japan’s food labeling framework
FAO — FAO fisheries and aquaculture statistics and cephalopod context
ITC Trade Map (International Trade Centre) — Japan trade flow context for octopus/cephalopod product categories (HS-level)
International Labour Organization (ILO) — Labor rights risk context relevant to fishing and seafood supply chains
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