Raw Materials
Fresh Barracuda
HS Code
030389
Last Updated
2026-06-29
Key takeaways for search and sourcing teams
- Frozen Barracuda market coverage spans 133 countries.
- 183 exporter companies and 218 importer companies are indexed in the global supply chain intelligence network for this product.
- 166 supplier-linked transactions are summarized across the top 12 countries.
- 2 premium suppliers and 1 catalog items are currently listed.
- Wholesale sample entries: 5; farmgate sample entries: 0.
- Latest reference year in this page dataset is 2026.
- Page data last updated on 2026-06-29.
Global Supplier Transactions, Export Activity, and Price Benchmarks for Frozen Barracuda
Analyze 166 supplier-linked transactions across the top 12 countries, with monthly unit-price benchmarks to track export competitiveness and sourcing risk for Frozen Barracuda.
Frozen Barracuda Country YoY Change in Supplier Transactions and Export Momentum
Compare positive and negative YoY shifts in Frozen Barracuda to identify accelerating supplier markets and weakening export corridors.
Top YoY shifts for Frozen Barracuda: Sri Lanka (+63.8%), Vietnam (-58.8%), Japan (+32.2%).
Frozen Barracuda Country-Level Supplier Transaction and Unit Price Summary
As of 2025-08, benchmark Frozen Barracuda country transaction counts with monthly unit price and volume to prioritize supplier and export markets.
In 2026-01, countries with visible Frozen Barracuda transaction unit prices: Vietnam (5.42 USD / kg), China (4.43 USD / kg), Sierra Leone (4.23 USD / kg), India (2.31 USD / kg), Ecuador (1.14 USD / kg), 1 more countries.
| Country | YoY Change | Transaction Count | 2025-08 | 2025-09 | 2025-10 | 2025-11 | 2025-12 | 2026-01 | 2026-02 | 2026-03 | 2026-04 | 2026-05 | 2026-06 | 2026-07 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| China | +16.7% | 37 | - (-) | 3.95 USD / kg (42,101.5 kg) | - (-) | 4.13 USD / kg (223,595 kg) | 4.60 USD / kg (116,663 kg) | 4.43 USD / kg (93,827.9 kg) | ||||||
| India | -0.2% | 36 | - (-) | 5.05 USD / kg (112 kg) | - (-) | 3.49 USD / kg (25,088 kg) | 2.52 USD / kg (46,926 kg) | 2.31 USD / kg (103,610 kg) | ||||||
| Mexico | -3.1% | 26 | 1.65 USD / kg (61,557 kg) | - (-) | - (-) | 1.77 USD / kg (2,713 kg) | 1.56 USD / kg (13,862 kg) | - (-) | ||||||
| Ecuador | -26.1% | 24 | - (-) | 0.95 USD / kg (39,207 kg) | 1.27 USD / kg (71,250 kg) | - (-) | - (-) | 1.14 USD / kg (6,800 kg) | ||||||
| Vietnam | -58.8% | 16 | 3.83 USD / kg (30,020 kg) | 4.26 USD / kg (37,980 kg) | 5.00 USD / kg (2,000 kg) | - (-) | 3.18 USD / kg (4,180 kg) | 5.42 USD / kg (4,700 kg) | ||||||
| South Korea | - | 4 | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | 1.10 USD / kg (19,055.5 kg) | 1.00 USD / kg (6,321.6 kg) | ||||||
| Sierra Leone | - | 3 | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | 3.04 USD / kg (17,300 kg) | 0.71 USD / kg (17,290 kg) | 4.23 USD / kg (16,150 kg) | ||||||
| Sri Lanka | +63.8% | 8 | 2.00 USD / kg (1,200 kg) | - (-) | - (-) | 5.50 USD / kg (1,550 kg) | 5.50 USD / kg (500 kg) | - (-) | ||||||
| Japan | +32.2% | 5 | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | 1.78 USD / kg (63,360 kg) | - (-) | ||||||
| Oman | +23.5% | 4 | - (-) | - (-) | 0.85 USD / kg (5,130 kg) | - (-) | 1.25 USD / kg (25,300 kg) | - (-) |
Frozen Barracuda Global Supply Chain Coverage
401 companies
183 exporters and 218 importers are mapped for Frozen Barracuda.
Exporters and importers can use Tridge Supply Chain Intelligence company profiles and analytics to identify counterparties for Frozen Barracuda, benchmark reach, and prioritize outreach by market.
Frozen Barracuda Export Supplier Intelligence, Trade Flows, and Price Signals
183 exporter companies are mapped in Tridge Supply Chain Intelligence for Frozen Barracuda. Exporters and importers can use company profiles and analytics to evaluate supplier coverage, trading activity, and route opportunities.
Frozen Barracuda Verified Export Suppliers and Premium Partners
2 premium Frozen Barracuda suppliers include country, industry, and contactability signals to prioritize credible export partners faster.
Viet Sea Fish Co., Ltd.
Vietnam
Fishing AquacultureFood ManufacturingFood Packaging
The Source of International Quality
Oman
ContactCatalog
Fishing AquacultureFood ManufacturingFood WholesalersOthers
Become a Premium Supplier to join the Tridge Supply Chain Network and advance your marketing and export channel strategy.
Frozen Barracuda Global Supplier Catalog Offers and Export Pricing Opportunities
Compare 1 Frozen Barracuda supplier listings by origin, Incoterms, minimum volume, and offer price to identify export-ready sourcing opportunities.
Frozen Barracuda (Sphyraena spp.)
Origin Country: Oman
Incoterms: EXW, FOB, CIF, CFR
Min Volume: 27000 KG
Negotiable
Frozen Barracuda Top Exporters and Supplier Profiles
Review leading exporter profiles while benchmarking against 183 total exporter companies in the Frozen Barracuda supply chain intelligence network. Exporters and importers can unlock company profiles and analytics to qualify partners faster.
(Sri Lanka)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-05-29
Recently Export Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Beverage ManufacturingFishing AquacultureFood Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: Trade
Exporting Countries: Netherlands
Supplying Products: Frozen Barracuda
(Sierra Leone)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-05-29
Industries: Brokers And Trade AgenciesFood WholesalersFreight Forwarding And IntermodalLand Transport
Value Chain Roles: Distribution / WholesaleLogisticsOthersTrade
Exporting Countries: United States
Supplying Products: Frozen Barracuda
(China)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-05-29
Recently Export Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Brokers And Trade AgenciesFishing AquacultureFood ManufacturingFood Packaging
Value Chain Roles: Distribution / WholesaleTrade
Exporting Countries: South Korea
Supplying Products: Frozen Barracuda, Frozen Squid, Frozen Corvina +5
(Vietnam)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-05-29
Employee Size: 101 - 500 Employees
Industries: Animal ProductionFood ManufacturingShipping And Water Transport
Value Chain Roles: Distribution / WholesaleFarming / Production / Processing / PackingLogistics
Exporting Countries: United States
Supplying Products: Frozen Barracuda
(Sierra Leone)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-01-20
Recently Export Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Food WholesalersShipping And Water Transport
Value Chain Roles: LogisticsTrade
Exporting Countries: United States
Supplying Products: Frozen Barracuda, Dried Barracuda
(Japan)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-05-29
Recently Export Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Food PackagingFood WholesalersOthers
Value Chain Roles: Distribution / WholesaleFood ManufacturingLogisticsOthers
Exporting Countries: Sri Lanka
Supplying Products: Frozen Barracuda
Frozen Barracuda Global Exporter Coverage
183 companies
Exporter company count is a key signal for Frozen Barracuda supply depth and sourcing optionality.
Use Supply Chain Intelligence analytics to narrow Frozen Barracuda opportunities by country, product, and value-chain role, then open company profiles to validate fit.
Top Exporting Countries for Frozen Barracuda (HS Code 030389) in 2024
For Frozen Barracuda in 2024, compare export volume and value across the top 10 supplier countries to map core supply structure.
| Rank | Country | Volume | Value |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | United States | 115,006,805 kg | 382,349,549 USD |
| 2 | India | 173,345,432 kg | 330,564,447.292 USD |
| 3 | Myanmar [Burma] | 154,646,260.03 kg | 200,767,068.819 USD |
| 4 | Brazil | 26,762,983 kg | 110,596,675 USD |
| 5 | New Zealand | 33,064,706 kg | 90,204,759.515 USD |
| 6 | Norway | 41,542,689 kg | 90,086,717.208 USD |
| 7 | Netherlands | 17,915,096.751 kg | 82,157,339.809 USD |
| 8 | Hong Kong | 16,394,779 kg | 81,629,596.898 USD |
| 9 | Pakistan | 41,894,571 kg | 75,182,782.237 USD |
| 10 | South Korea | 31,315,994.311 kg | 70,191,790 USD |
Frozen Barracuda Export Trade Flow and Partner Country Summary
Track Frozen Barracuda exporter-to-importer flows by value, volume, and share to uncover high-potential export routes.
Frozen Barracuda Import Buyer Intelligence, Demand Signals, and Price Benchmarks
218 importer companies are mapped for Frozen Barracuda demand intelligence. Use Supply Chain Intelligence company profiles and analytics to prioritize buyers, distributors, and downstream demand partners by market.
Frozen Barracuda Top Buyers, Importers, and Demand Partners
Review leading buyer profiles and compare them against 218 total importer companies tracked for Frozen Barracuda. Exporters and importers can use Supply Chain Intelligence company profiles and analytics to evaluate buyer quality and demand concentration.
(United States)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-05-29
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Food ManufacturingFood Services And Drinking PlacesFreight Forwarding And Intermodal
Value Chain Roles: -
(Senegal)
Latest Import Transaction: 2025-12-03
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Fishing AquacultureFood Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: -
(Senegal)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-05-29
Employee Size: 11 - 50 Employees
Industries: Fishing AquacultureOthers
Value Chain Roles: Ivory Coast
(Germany)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-05-29
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Animal ProductionFood Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: -
(Vietnam)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-05-29
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Others
Value Chain Roles: -
(France)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-05-29
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Employee Size: 11 - 50 Employees
Industries: Food Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: South Korea, Ukraine, Ivory Coast, Philippines, Vietnam
Global Importer Coverage
218 companies
Importer company count highlights the current depth of demand-side visibility for Frozen Barracuda.
Use Supply Chain Intelligence analytics and company profiles to identify active Frozen Barracuda buyers, compare partner density by country, and refine GTM priorities.
Top Import Demand Countries for Frozen Barracuda (HS Code 030389) in 2024
For Frozen Barracuda in 2024, compare import volume and value across the top 10 demand countries to identify priority markets.
| Rank | Country | Volume | Value |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | South Korea | 141,067,403.523 kg | 391,147,081 USD |
| 2 | United States | 76,029,831 kg | 340,197,129 USD |
| 3 | Japan | 77,827,023 kg | 280,033,275.343 USD |
| 4 | Spain | 42,736,109.63 kg | 124,383,332.984 USD |
| 5 | Hong Kong | 20,926,342 kg | 104,062,924.764 USD |
| 6 | Malaysia | 35,410,196.77 kg | 84,474,325.053 USD |
| 7 | Italy | 11,365,387 kg | 60,863,965.592 USD |
| 8 | Portugal | 14,904,647 kg | 55,687,871.781 USD |
| 9 | United Kingdom | 12,041,041 kg | 55,460,643.291 USD |
| 10 | Thailand | 37,849,216 kg | 53,155,946.83 USD |
Frozen Barracuda Import Trade Flow and Origin Country Summary
Analyze Frozen Barracuda origin-to-destination trade flows by value, volume, and share to monitor demand-side sourcing channels.
Global Wholesale Supplier Price Trends by Country for Frozen Barracuda
Frozen Barracuda Monthly Wholesale Supplier Price Summary by Country
Monthly Frozen Barracuda wholesale unit-price benchmarks by country for export and sourcing decisions.
In 2025-12, countries with visible Frozen Barracuda wholesale unit prices: Taiwan (0.41 USD / kg).
| Country | 2025-08 | 2025-09 | 2025-10 | 2025-11 | 2025-12 | 2026-01 | 2026-02 | 2026-03 | 2026-04 | 2026-05 | 2026-06 | 2026-07 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Taiwan | 0.34 USD / kg | 0.33 USD / kg | 0.33 USD / kg | 0.32 USD / kg | 0.41 USD / kg | - |
Frozen Barracuda Wholesale Price Competitiveness by Major Exporting Countries
Compare Frozen Barracuda wholesale price ranges and YoY changes across the top 1 exporting countries to benchmark supplier price competitiveness.
| Rank | Country | Average | Lower | Upper | YoY |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Taiwan | 0.36 USD / kg | 0.32 USD / kg | 0.42 USD / kg | +7.9% |
Latest Frozen Barracuda Wholesale Export Price Updates
Use the latest 5 Frozen Barracuda wholesale updates to validate current export price points and origin-level supplier changes.
| Date | Entry Name | Unit Price (USD) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-04-01 | 巴闌(** * ***** ** | 0.41 USD / kg | |
| 2025-11-01 | (냉)** * *** *** *** *** ***** | 24.85 USD / kg | |
| 2025-06-01 | 巴闌(** * ***** ** | 0.96 USD / kg | |
| 2024-12-01 | 巴闌(** * ***** ** | 1.06 USD / kg | |
| 2024-12-01 | 巴闌(** * ***** ** | 1.21 USD / kg |
Classification
Product TypeRaw Material
Product FormFrozen
Industry PositionPrimary Aquatic Product
Raw Material
Commodity GroupMarine finfish (wild capture)
Scientific NameSphyraena spp.
PerishabilityHigh
Growing Conditions
- Tropical to subtropical marine waters
- Coastal and reef-associated habitats (varies by species)
- Wild-capture fisheries; availability influenced by local stock status and seasonal fishing patterns
Main VarietiesGreat barracuda (Sphyraena barracuda), European barracuda (Sphyraena sphyraena), Pacific barracuda (Sphyraena argentea), Mixed barracuda species (Sphyraena spp.)
Consumption Forms
- Frozen whole (headed and gutted)
- Frozen fillets/portions
- Cooked preparations (grilled, fried, stewed) from thawed product
Grading Factors
- Species identification and correct labeling
- Harvest area/origin documentation (risk-screening for ciguatera where relevant)
- Size/weight specification and trim (whole vs fillet/portion)
- Appearance (color, dehydration/freezer burn), glazing quality, and physical damage
- Foreign matter control and packaging integrity
Market
Frozen barracuda is a niche globally traded marine finfish product sourced primarily from tropical and subtropical capture fisheries, often marketed as whole (gutted) fish or fillets for ethnic, coastal, and foodservice demand. Trade is shaped less by large-scale aquaculture expansion and more by localized landings, species availability, and buyer acceptance of food-safety controls. A defining market constraint is ciguatera fish poisoning risk in certain tropical reef-associated barracuda, which can drive buyer specifications, origin screening, and outright avoidance in some markets. International trade visibility can be limited because barracuda may be grouped under broader frozen-fish classifications in customs and statistical reporting, reducing transparent global flow benchmarking.
Specification
Major VarietiesSphyraena barracuda (Great barracuda), Sphyraena sphyraena (European barracuda), Sphyraena argentea (Pacific barracuda), Sphyraena spp. (mixed barracuda species in trade)
Physical Attributes
- Long, cylindrical predatory finfish with firm flesh; commonly traded as headed-and-gutted whole fish or fillets/portions
- Lean-to-moderate fat profile depending on species, size, and capture area; prone to dehydration/freezer burn if poorly glazed or temperature abused
Compositional Metrics
- Food-safety hazard is driven by potential ciguatoxin accumulation in certain tropical reef-associated barracuda; the hazard is not reliably detected by appearance, odor, or taste
Grades
- Commercial specifications commonly reference Codex provisions for quick frozen fish fillets and general hygienic practice for fish and fishery products (where applicable to product form)
Packaging
- Frozen whole (headed-and-gutted) fish packed in poly-lined cartons; frozen fillets/portions packed in food-grade bags with master cartons
- Protective glazing is commonly used for frozen fish to limit dehydration and oxidation during storage and shipment
ProcessingFreezing preserves quality and slows microbial growth when cold chain is maintained, but it does not eliminate heat-stable marine biotoxins such as ciguatoxins
Supply Chain
Value Chain
- Harvest (wild capture) -> landing and chilling -> sorting/species identification -> heading/gutting/filleting -> washing -> freezing (plate, blast, or IQF for portions) -> glazing (where used) -> cold storage -> refrigerated transport/shipping -> import cold store -> distribution to retail/foodservice
Demand Drivers
- Demand in coastal and diaspora cuisines where barracuda is a traditional menu fish and frozen formats enable year-round availability
- Foodservice utilization where a firm-textured whitefish substitute is acceptable and supply is episodic
Temperature
- Cold-chain management at -18°C or colder is a common benchmark for quick frozen fish storage and transport; temperature abuse increases dehydration, texture deterioration, and quality loss
Shelf Life
- Quality life is typically measured in months under stable frozen storage; repeated temperature cycling accelerates freezer burn, drip loss, and sensory decline
Risks
Food Safety HighCiguatera fish poisoning risk is a deal-breaker hazard for barracuda sourced from certain tropical reef-associated areas, because ciguatoxins can accumulate in fish and are not reliably removed by cooking or freezing. This can lead to import refusals, buyer avoidance of high-risk sizes/origins, and severe consumer health outcomes if controls are weak.Implement strict origin screening and supplier controls aligned to recognized hazard guidance; avoid high-risk harvest areas and large-size fish where advisories indicate elevated risk, and maintain lot-level traceability.
Regulatory Compliance MediumImporters may face heightened scrutiny for histamine/biotoxin hazards, labeling/species identification, and HACCP-equivalent documentation for frozen fish supply chains, increasing the risk of detentions or customer delisting when documentation or controls are incomplete.Maintain robust species/lot documentation, validated food-safety plans for marine finfish hazards, and audit-ready records from vessel/landing through processing and export.
Cold Chain Integrity MediumTemperature deviations during storage or transit can cause dehydration (freezer burn), texture damage, and reduced yield, undermining buyer specs and increasing claims in long-distance trade.Use verified cold stores and reefer logistics with continuous temperature monitoring, and specify glazing/packaging appropriate for storage duration and route risk.
IUU Fishing MediumWild-capture sourcing can carry IUU exposure where monitoring, control, and surveillance are weak, creating legal risk under import control regimes and reputational risk with retail/foodservice customers.Require vessel/landing documentation, adopt traceability systems, and apply risk-based due diligence for fleets, flags, and transshipment exposure.
Sustainability
- IUU fishing and traceability risk in some wild-capture supply chains, increasing legal and reputational exposure for buyers
- Local ecosystem pressure concerns for reef-associated predators where management and monitoring capacity is limited
- Cold-chain energy use and refrigerant management as contributors to the product’s logistics-related footprint
Labor & Social
- Workforce welfare and labor-rights risks in parts of the global fishing sector, including recruitment practices, at-sea working conditions, and oversight gaps
FAQ
Why is barracuda considered a higher-risk fish for ciguatera in some regions?Barracuda are large predatory reef-associated fish in many tropical areas, and recognized food-safety guidance notes that ciguatoxins can accumulate through the marine food web and can be associated with certain reef fish. Because the risk is linked to harvest area and ecological conditions, buyers often treat origin controls and advisories as central to purchasing decisions.
Does freezing make barracuda safe if ciguatera toxins are present?No. Food-safety references on ciguatera indicate that the toxins involved are not reliably destroyed by cooking or freezing, so cold storage and freezing are not a control step for that hazard.
What cold-chain temperature is typically expected for internationally traded frozen fish?Codex quick-frozen fish standards and cold-chain practice commonly use -18°C (or colder) as a benchmark for storage and transport of quick frozen fish to maintain quality and safety controls.
Sources
Frozen Barracuda Country Coverage for Suppliers, Export Flows, and Prices
Explore country-level Frozen Barracuda market pages for supplier coverage, trade flows, and price benchmarks.
China
South Korea
Philippines
India
Japan
Thailand
Indonesia
New Zealand
United States
Ivory Coast
Hong Kong
Spain
All country market pages: China, South Korea, Philippines, India, Japan, Thailand, Indonesia, New Zealand, United States, Ivory Coast, Hong Kong, Spain, Malaysia, Vietnam, Italy, Singapore, Australia, Peru, Senegal, Chile, Mexico, Brazil, Poland, Egypt, Azerbaijan, Myanmar [Burma], Nigeria, Bulgaria, Kenya, Morocco, South Africa, Colombia, Netherlands, Cambodia, Norway, Portugal, Bangladesh, United Kingdom, Oman, Pakistan, Croatia, Turkiye, Uruguay, Canada, Romania, Denmark, Iceland, France, Mauritius, Ecuador, Ukraine, Germany, United Arab Emirates, Czechia, Kazakhstan, Jamaica, Sweden, Gabon, Benin, Switzerland, Iran, Estonia, Jordan, Panama, Belgium, Madagascar, Sri Lanka, Saudi Arabia, Lithuania, Austria, Burkina Faso, Dominican Republic, Nicaragua, Greece, Kuwait, Liberia, Andorra, Albania, Armenia, Argentina, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Barbados, Bahrain, Burundi, Bermuda, Brunei, Bolivia, Bahamas, Botswana, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Costa Rica, Cuba, Cyprus, Ethiopia, Finland, Fiji, Gambia, Guatemala, Hungary, Ireland, Israel, Kyrgyzstan, Laos, Lesotho, Luxembourg, Latvia, Moldova, Montenegro, Macedonia, Mongolia, Macao, Malta, Maldives, Mozambique, Namibia, Niger, Nepal, Paraguay, Qatar, Serbia, Slovenia, Slovakia, Sierra Leone, Swaziland, Togo, Tunisia, Taiwan, Tanzania, Uganda, Uzbekistan, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, Zambia, Zimbabwe
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