Frozen Chub Mackerel Suppliers, Trade & Prices — Market Overview 2026
Parent Product
Frozen Mackerel
Raw Materials
Fresh Chub Mackerel
Last Updated
2026-09-27
Key takeaways for search and sourcing teams
- Frozen Chub Mackerel market coverage spans 14 countries.
- 97 exporter companies and 125 importer companies are indexed in the global supply chain intelligence network for this product.
- 131 supplier-linked transactions are summarized across the top 9 countries.
- Latest reference year in this page dataset is 2026.
- Page data last updated on 2026-09-27.
Global Supplier Transactions, Export Activity, and Price Benchmarks for Frozen Chub Mackerel
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Frozen Chub Mackerel Country YoY Change in Supplier Transactions and Export Momentum
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Top YoY shifts for Frozen Chub Mackerel: China (+360.1%), Vietnam (-61.5%), Chile (+52.7%).
Frozen Chub Mackerel Country-Level Supplier Transaction and Unit Price Summary
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In 2026-02, countries with visible Frozen Chub Mackerel transaction unit prices: China (5.79 USD / kg).
| Country | YoY Change | Transaction Count | 2025-11 | 2025-12 | 2026-01 | 2026-02 | 2026-03 | 2026-04 | 2026-05 | 2026-06 | 2026-07 | 2026-08 | 2026-09 | 2026-10 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| China | +360.1% | 3 | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | 5.79 USD / kg (46,075 kg) | - (-) | - (-) | ||||||
| Japan | +0.2% | 56 | 1.14 USD / kg (124,925 kg) | 1.24 USD / kg (128,885 kg) | 1.24 USD / kg (37,849 kg) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | ||||||
| Vietnam | -61.5% | 49 | 1.34 USD / kg (97,240 kg) | 1.73 USD / kg (187,360 kg) | 1.74 USD / kg (355,340 kg) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | ||||||
| Thailand | -11.4% | 8 | - (-) | - (-) | 1.23 USD / kg (5,660 kg) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | ||||||
| Hong Kong | -10.2% | 1 | - (-) | - (-) | 0.84 USD / kg (45,600 kg) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | ||||||
| South Korea | +17.7% | 7 | - (-) | 1.62 USD / kg (67,080 kg) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | ||||||
| Spain | - | 3 | 2.13 USD / kg (47,580 kg) | 2.97 USD / kg (24,775 kg) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | ||||||
| Chile | +52.7% | 3 | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | ||||||
| Oman | -27.8% | 1 | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) |
Frozen Chub Mackerel Global Supply Chain Coverage
222 companies
97 exporters and 125 importers are mapped for Frozen Chub Mackerel.
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Frozen Chub Mackerel Export Supplier Intelligence, Trade Flows, and Price Signals
97 exporter companies are mapped in Tridge Supply Chain Intelligence for Frozen Chub Mackerel. Exporters and importers can use company profiles and analytics to evaluate supplier coverage, trading activity, and route opportunities.
Frozen Chub Mackerel Top Exporters and Supplier Profiles
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(Japan)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-08-27
Recently Export Partner Companies: 1
Employee Size: 101 - 500 Employees
Sales Revenue: USD 500M - 1B
Industries: Food Manufacturing, Food Packaging, Food Wholesalers
Value Chain Roles: Distribution / Wholesale, Food Manufacturing
Exporting Countries: South Korea, Vietnam
Supplying Products: Frozen Mackerel, Frozen Sockeye Salmon, Frozen Chum Salmon +5
(Vietnam)
Latest Export Transaction: 2025-10-28
Recently Export Partner Companies: 1
Employee Size: Over 1000 Employees
Sales Revenue: USD 50M - 100M
Industries: Food Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: Farming / Production / Processing / Packing, Food Manufacturing, Trade
Exporting Countries: Vietnam, Singapore, Ukraine, United States, Japan
Supplying Products: Frozen Atlantic Salmon, Frozen Crab, Frozen Mackerel Fillet +5
(Japan)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-08-27
Recently Export Partner Companies: 1
Employee Size: Over 1000 Employees
Industries: Fishing Aquaculture, Food Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: Distribution / Wholesale, Farming / Production / Processing / Packing, Food Manufacturing
Exporting Countries: Vietnam
Supplying Products: Frozen Atlantic Salmon, Frozen Mackerel, Frozen Trout +5
(Japan)
Latest Export Transaction: 2025-12-18
Recently Export Partner Companies: 1
Employee Size: 51 - 100 Employees
Sales Revenue: USD Over 1B
Industries: Fishing Aquaculture, Food Manufacturing, Food Packaging
Value Chain Roles: Distribution / Wholesale, Farming / Production / Processing / Packing, Food Manufacturing
Exporting Countries: Bangladesh, South Korea, Vietnam
Supplying Products: Frozen Mackerel, Frozen Mullet, Frozen Amberjack +5
(Vietnam)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-01-22
Recently Export Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Others
Value Chain Roles: Food Manufacturing, Trade
Exporting Countries: Singapore, China, Malaysia, Thailand, Vietnam, Iraq
Supplying Products: Frozen Cachama, Frozen Mackerel, Frozen Jack Mackerel +5
(Japan)
Latest Export Transaction: 2025-09-29
Recently Export Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Fishing Aquaculture, Food Manufacturing, Food Services And Drinking Places
Value Chain Roles: Distribution / Wholesale, Farming / Production / Processing / Packing, Food Manufacturing
Exporting Countries: Indonesia, Vietnam, Philippines
Supplying Products: Frozen Mackerel, Frozen Amberjack, Frozen Sardine +5
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Frozen Chub Mackerel Global Exporter Coverage
97 companies
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Frozen Chub Mackerel Import Buyer Intelligence, Demand Signals, and Price Benchmarks
125 importer companies are mapped for Frozen Chub Mackerel demand intelligence. Use Supply Chain Intelligence company profiles and analytics to prioritize buyers, distributors, and downstream demand partners by market.
Frozen Chub Mackerel Top Buyers, Importers, and Demand Partners
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(Vietnam)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-08-27
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Employee Size: 101 - 500 Employees
Industries: Fishing Aquaculture, Food Manufacturing, Food Packaging
Value Chain Roles: Netherlands, Hong Kong, Singapore, Canada, Uruguay, Brazil, China, Vietnam, South Korea, Japan
(Japan)
Latest Import Transaction: 2025-10-28
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Employee Size: 101 - 500 Employees
Industries: Food Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: United States, Vietnam
(Vietnam)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-01-09
Recently Import Partner Companies: 2
Industries: Food Manufacturing, Others
Value Chain Roles: Vietnam, Australia, United States
(Vietnam)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-08-27
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Food Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: Thailand, South Korea, United Kingdom, Norway, Vietnam, Japan
(Vietnam)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-01-22
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Others
Value Chain Roles: Vietnam
(Vietnam)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-08-27
Recently Import Partner Companies: 2
Industries: Brokers And Trade Agencies, Fishing Aquaculture, Food Manufacturing, Food Packaging, Others
Value Chain Roles: Taiwan, Thailand, Japan, South Korea, Singapore, Hong Kong, China, Vietnam, Malaysia, Philippines
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Global Importer Coverage
125 companies
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Global Wholesale Supplier Price Trends by Country for Frozen Chub Mackerel
Frozen Chub Mackerel Monthly Wholesale Supplier Price Summary by Country
Monthly Frozen Chub Mackerel wholesale unit-price benchmarks by country for export and sourcing decisions.
In 2026-04, countries with visible Frozen Chub Mackerel wholesale unit prices: Japan (6.71 USD / kg), South Korea (3.87 USD / kg).
| Country | 2025-11 | 2025-12 | 2026-01 | 2026-02 | 2026-03 | 2026-04 | 2026-05 | 2026-06 | 2026-07 | 2026-08 | 2026-09 | 2026-10 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Japan | 6.29 USD / kg | 6.62 USD / kg | 6.38 USD / kg | 7.00 USD / kg | 6.83 USD / kg | 6.71 USD / kg | ||||||
| South Korea | 0.95 USD / kg | 1.65 USD / kg | 2.20 USD / kg | 2.03 USD / kg | 4.90 USD / kg | 3.87 USD / kg |
Frozen Chub Mackerel Wholesale Price Competitiveness by Major Exporting Countries
Compare Frozen Chub Mackerel wholesale price ranges and YoY changes across the top 2 exporting countries to benchmark supplier price competitiveness.
| Rank | Country | Average | Lower | Upper | YoY |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Japan | 6.53 USD / kg | 4.36 USD / kg | 8.81 USD / kg | +25.8% |
| 2 | South Korea | 2.12 USD / kg | 0.38 USD / kg | 10.64 USD / kg | -8.6% |
Latest Frozen Chub Mackerel Wholesale Export Price Updates
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| Date | Entry Name | Unit Price (USD) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-09-01 | (선)*** *** * **** ** | 1.39 USD / kg | |
| 2026-09-01 | (냉)**** * *** *** *** *** ***** | 14.81 USD / kg | |
| 2026-09-01 | (냉)*** *** * **** ****** | 3.91 USD / kg | |
| 2026-09-01 | (선)*** *** * **** ** | 0.56 USD / kg | |
| 2026-09-01 | (선)*** *** * **** ** | 1.49 USD / kg |
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Classification
Product TypeRaw Material
Product FormFrozen
Industry PositionPrimary Fishery Product
Raw Material
Commodity GroupSmall pelagic marine finfish (Scombridae)
Scientific NameScomber japonicus (Pacific chub mackerel) and Scomber colias (Atlantic chub mackerel)
PerishabilityHigh
Growing Conditions
- Wild-capture pelagic schooling fish on continental shelf and upper slope in temperate to subtropical marine waters; distribution and abundance are sensitive to ocean temperature and productivity regimes.
Main VarietiesPacific chub mackerel (Scomber japonicus), Atlantic chub mackerel (Scomber colias)
Consumption Forms
- Frozen whole fish for retail
- Thawed for further processing (fillets, smoked products)
- Canned mackerel channels (using frozen raw material in some supply chains)
Grading Factors
- Size class (length/weight count)
- Freshness at freezing (odor, gill color, belly integrity)
- Physical defects (bruising, gaping, broken backbone)
- Frozen defects (freezer burn/dehydration, glazing integrity where used)
- Temperature-abuse indicators (partial thaw/refreeze)
- Food-safety controls for histamine risk (time/temperature history)
Market
Frozen chub mackerel is a globally traded small pelagic fish product, supplied primarily by wild-capture fisheries and marketed largely as frozen whole fish for mass retail and further processing. The chub mackerel complex spans the Northwest Pacific (Scomber japonicus) and Atlantic/Mediterranean systems (Scomber colias), with trade flows often reported under aggregated “frozen mackerel” HS categories that include chub mackerel alongside other Scomber species. Import demand is concentrated in both high-consumption Asian markets and price-sensitive markets that rely on imported frozen small pelagics for food security, including parts of West Africa. Market dynamics are strongly influenced by stock cycles and climate-driven distribution shifts, plus cold-chain integrity and histamine-control requirements for scombroid fish.
Market GrowthMixed (medium-term outlook)Trade availability and pricing tend to be cyclical, reflecting small-pelagic stock variability, climate-driven distribution shifts, and substitution across mackerel species within aggregated HS trade categories.
Major Producing Countries
- ChinaMajor harvester in the Northwest Pacific chub mackerel (Scomber japonicus) fishery; chub mackerel is a targeted species in the region.
- JapanMajor harvester and consumer market for chub mackerel; Northwest Pacific chub mackerel fisheries are commercially important.
- RussiaOne of the key fishing nations in the Northwest Pacific chub mackerel fishery.
- South KoreaCommercially important chub mackerel fishery in the Northwest Pacific region.
- SpainAtlantic chub mackerel (Scomber colias) is a warm-temperate Northeast Atlantic species with increasing fishery importance in Iberian Atlantic waters.
- PortugalAtlantic chub mackerel (Scomber colias) has increased as a target species in Iberian purse-seine fleets.
Major Exporting Countries
- NorwayTop exporter in UN Comtrade/WITS “Frozen mackerel” trade reporting (HS code shown as 030374 in WITS HS 1988/92); this category includes Scomber japonicus among other mackerel species, so exporter rankings are not chub-mackerel-exclusive.
- ChinaTop exporter in UN Comtrade/WITS “Frozen mackerel” trade reporting (HS code shown as 030374 in WITS HS 1988/92), which includes chub mackerel within an aggregated product category.
- OmanAmong top exporters in UN Comtrade/WITS “Frozen mackerel” trade reporting (aggregated mackerel category including chub mackerel).
- United KingdomAmong top exporters in UN Comtrade/WITS “Frozen mackerel” trade reporting (aggregated mackerel category including chub mackerel).
- NetherlandsAmong top exporters in UN Comtrade/WITS “Frozen mackerel” trade reporting; also cited by FAO as a notable European source for imported frozen mackerel into West Africa.
- South KoreaAmong notable exporters in UN Comtrade/WITS “Frozen mackerel” trade reporting (aggregated mackerel category including chub mackerel).
Major Importing Countries
- NigeriaTop importer in UN Comtrade/WITS “Frozen mackerel” trade reporting; FAO has documented the role of imported frozen small pelagics (including mackerel) in West African markets.
- Ivory CoastTop importer in UN Comtrade/WITS “Frozen mackerel” trade reporting; aligns with FAO reporting on regional reliance on imported frozen small pelagics.
- JapanTop importer in UN Comtrade/WITS “Frozen mackerel” trade reporting and a major consumption market for mackerel products.
- VietnamTop importer in UN Comtrade/WITS “Frozen mackerel” trade reporting; imports support domestic processing and consumption.
- EgyptTop importer in UN Comtrade/WITS “Frozen mackerel” trade reporting.
- PhilippinesAmong top importers in UN Comtrade/WITS “Frozen mackerel” trade reporting.
Specification
Major VarietiesPacific chub mackerel (Scomber japonicus), Atlantic chub mackerel (Scomber colias)
Physical Attributes
- Small pelagic, schooling fish typically traded as frozen whole (round) or frozen H&G (headed and gutted), with dark dorsal striping and oily flesh prone to oxidation if temperature abused.
Compositional Metrics
- Histamine risk indicator for scombroid fish: time/temperature control is critical because histamine can form rapidly if not chilled and cannot be removed once formed.
Grades
- Commercial size grading (count/kg or length classes) and defect-based sorting (gaping, bruising, freezer burn, dehydration) are common buyer specification dimensions for frozen whole fish.
Packaging
- Frozen whole fish commonly shipped in master cartons (often poly-lined) as block-frozen, tray/flat-frozen, or IQF formats; glazing may be used to limit dehydration during frozen storage.
ProcessingQuality is highly sensitive to pre-freeze handling (rapid chilling after capture) and frozen storage stability (avoid temperature fluctuations that drive dehydration and rancidity).
Supply Chain
Value Chain
- Capture (purse seine/trawl) -> rapid chilling (ice/RSW) -> sorting/grading -> freezing (blast/plate/IQF) -> glazing (where used) -> cold storage -> reefer transport -> import cold store -> wholesale -> retail or thaw/secondary processing (filleting, smoking, canning).
Demand Drivers
- Affordable animal protein and staple fish consumption in importing markets (including West Africa) supported by large-volume frozen small pelagic trade.
- Strong household demand in East Asia for mackerel products (frozen whole fish and downstream preparations).
- Processing demand for fillets, smoked products, and canned fish channels where frozen whole fish is used as raw material.
Temperature
- Maintain frozen fish at or below -18°C through storage and distribution; shipments showing signs of thawing/temperature abuse face rejection risk and accelerated quality loss.
Shelf Life
- Frozen storage reduces microbial growth but does not stop chemical deterioration (e.g., rancidity) if temperature control is poor; dehydration/freezer burn increases with temperature cycling and low humidity.
Risks
Stock Variability And Management HighChub mackerel supply is exposed to recruitment swings and climate-driven distribution changes typical of small pelagic species, and to rapid shifts in effective supply when management measures change (e.g., effort controls, area access, or tighter quota enforcement). This can cause abrupt price and availability shocks for frozen whole-fish trade and downstream processors.Diversify origin portfolios across ocean basins where feasible; monitor regional stock updates and management measures; use flexible specs that allow substitution across closely related mackerel species where buyer requirements permit.
Food Safety HighMackerel is a histamine-forming (scombroid) fish: if fish are not rapidly chilled after capture and kept under strict time/temperature control, histamine can accumulate and cannot be removed by freezing or cooking, creating significant food-safety and recall risk.Implement HACCP plans with validated chilling, receiving-temperature checks, and documented cold-chain controls; apply histamine sampling and supplier verification for higher-risk lots.
Regulatory Compliance MediumMarket access can be disrupted by IUU-related controls, documentation gaps, or non-compliance with catch documentation expectations as more jurisdictions tighten seafood traceability requirements for wild-capture products.Require vessel/landing documentation and traceability data aligned to recognized catch documentation guidance; audit high-risk supply chains and strengthen chain-of-custody controls.
Logistics MediumFrozen mackerel trade depends on continuous -18°C cold-chain performance; power failures, port congestion, or reefer shortages increase thawing, dehydration, and rancidity risks and can trigger buyer rejections.Use temperature monitoring (recorders), specify reefer set points and handling SOPs, and build contingency cold storage capacity at transshipment nodes.
Sustainability
- Small pelagic stock sustainability risk: catch limits and management effectiveness determine long-run availability, and FAO reporting indicates a material share of global marine stocks remain outside biologically sustainable levels.
- Climate-driven shifts in distribution, productivity, and stock locations can re-route supply and change fishing access conditions for pelagic species.
- IUU fishing and traceability expectations: catch documentation and import controls increasingly shape market access for wild-capture fish.
Labor & Social
- Decent work risks in commercial fishing (hours, safety, contracts, medical care) are a persistent concern; the ILO Work in Fishing Convention (C188) sets minimum standards but is unevenly adopted and enforced.
- Seafood supply chains can involve complex subcontracting in fishing and processing, elevating due-diligence expectations for buyers.
FAQ
Which countries dominate global trade in frozen mackerel products (the HS category that includes chub mackerel)?UN Comtrade data presented via the World Bank WITS tool shows Norway and China among the top exporters in 2023 for the “Frozen mackerel” HS product category (as displayed in WITS). Top importing markets in the same category include Nigeria, Côte d'Ivoire, Japan, and Viet Nam.
Why is histamine a key food-safety risk for frozen chub mackerel?Mackerel is a histamine-forming fish: if it is not rapidly chilled after capture and kept under proper time/temperature controls, histamine can build up due to spoilage bacteria activity. Regulatory and Codex guidance emphasize that once histamine forms, it cannot be reliably removed by washing, freezing, or heating, so prevention through temperature control is essential.
What core cold-chain temperature expectation applies to frozen mackerel trade?FAO technical guidance for frozen seafood handling indicates frozen fish should be maintained at or below -18°C, and receiving checks often look for evidence of thawing or temperature abuse as a quality and safety red flag.
Sources
Frozen Chub Mackerel Country Coverage for Suppliers, Export Flows, and Prices
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Canada
Democratic Republic of the Congo
Chile
China
Spain
Hong Kong
Japan
South Korea
Oman
Philippines
Portugal
Thailand
All country market pages: United States, Vietnam
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