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Global Supplier Transactions, Export Activity, and Price Benchmarks for Frozen Pomfrets
Analyze 1,653 supplier-linked transactions across the top 17 countries, with monthly unit-price benchmarks to track export competitiveness and sourcing risk for Frozen Pomfrets.
Frozen Pomfrets Country YoY Change in Supplier Transactions and Export Momentum
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Top YoY shifts for Frozen Pomfrets: Pakistan (+185.3%), Singapore (+112.5%), United States (-65.3%).
Frozen Pomfrets Country-Level Supplier Transaction and Unit Price Summary
As of 2025-09, benchmark Frozen Pomfrets country transaction counts with monthly unit price and volume to prioritize supplier and export markets.
In 2026-02, countries with visible Frozen Pomfrets transaction unit prices: India (11.81 USD / kg), China (2.89 USD / kg), Myanmar [Burma] (1.90 USD / kg), Indonesia (1.34 USD / kg), Argentina (1.27 USD / kg).
448 exporters and 613 importers are mapped for Frozen Pomfrets.
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Frozen Pomfrets Export Supplier Intelligence, Trade Flows, and Price Signals
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Frozen Pomfrets Top Exporters and Supplier Profiles
Review leading exporter profiles while benchmarking against 448 total exporter companies in the Frozen Pomfrets supply chain intelligence network. Exporters and importers can unlock company profiles and analytics to qualify partners faster.
(China)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-07-04
Recently Export Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Brokers And Trade AgenciesFishing Aquaculture
Value Chain Roles: Distribution / WholesaleTrade
(India)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-07-04
Recently Export Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Fishing AquacultureFood Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: Distribution / WholesaleFarming / Production / Processing / PackingFood Manufacturing
(China)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-07-04
Recently Export Partner Companies: 1
Employee Size: 1 - 10 Employees
Industries: Food Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: Food Manufacturing
Exporting Countries: Philippines
Supplying Products: Frozen Pomfrets
(Vietnam)
Latest Export Transaction: 2025-08-15
Recently Export Partner Companies: 3
Employee Size: 501 - 1000 Employees
Industries: Food Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: Distribution / WholesaleFood ManufacturingTrade
Value Chain Roles: Distribution / WholesaleFarming / Production / Processing / PackingFood ManufacturingLogisticsTrade
Frozen Pomfrets Global Exporter Coverage
448 companies
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Top Exporting Countries for Frozen Pomfrets (HS Code 030389) in 2024
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Frozen Pomfrets Export Trade Flow and Partner Country Summary
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Frozen Pomfrets Import Buyer Intelligence, Demand Signals, and Price Benchmarks
613 importer companies are mapped for Frozen Pomfrets demand intelligence. Use Supply Chain Intelligence company profiles and analytics to prioritize buyers, distributors, and downstream demand partners by market.
Frozen Pomfrets Top Buyers, Importers, and Demand Partners
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(United States)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-07-04
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Food PackagingFood WholesalersOthers
Value Chain Roles: -
(China)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-07-04
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Fishing AquacultureFood Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: -
(Saudi Arabia)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-04-22
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Food WholesalersOthers
Value Chain Roles: -
(Vietnam)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-07-04
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Freight Forwarding And IntermodalShipping And Water Transport
Value Chain Roles: -
(Taiwan)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-05-17
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Others
Value Chain Roles: -
(Malaysia)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-07-04
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Others
Value Chain Roles: -
Global Importer Coverage
613 companies
Importer company count highlights the current depth of demand-side visibility for Frozen Pomfrets.
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Top Import Demand Countries for Frozen Pomfrets (HS Code 030389) in 2024
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Date
Entry Name
Unit Price (USD)
2026-08-01
(선)*** ****** * **** ***
1.94 USD / kg
2026-07-01
白鯧(** * ***** **
7.77 USD / kg
2026-07-01
(활)** ** * **** **
11.42 USD / kg
2026-07-01
黑鯧(** * ***** **
3.17 USD / kg
2026-07-01
其他鯧**** * ***** **
2.61 USD / kg
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Classification
Product TypeRaw Material
Product FormFrozen
Industry PositionPrimary Seafood Product
Raw Material
Commodity GroupMarine finfish (seafood)
Scientific NamePrimarily traded under market name "pomfret"; commonly includes Pampus argenteus and/or Pampus candidus (silver pomfret types) and Parastromateus niger (black pomfret), depending on region and labeling practices
PerishabilityHigh
Growing Conditions
Marine capture fisheries in coastal shelf waters of the Indo-West Pacific (species-dependent).
Mariculture/aquaculture development has been reported for silver pomfret (Pampus argenteus) in China and Kuwait, though scale is described as limited relative to major mariculture species.
Main VarietiesPampus argenteus (silver pomfret), Pampus candidus (silver pomfret in some Indian Ocean contexts), Parastromateus niger (black pomfret)
Consumption Forms
Whole frozen (head-on) for retail and foodservice preparation
Frozen portions or fillets (where processed for specific channels)
Grading Factors
Species identification and label accuracy (scientific name, origin, production method)
Size band / count per kg
Whole round vs eviscerated; presence/absence of head (buyer-dependent)
Frozen condition (no thaw/refreeze), dehydration/freezer burn, and surface damage
Packaging integrity and evidence of temperature abuse
Market
Frozen pomfrets are traded globally as frozen finfish, typically whole (uneviscerated or eviscerated) and kept continuously frozen through export cold chains. "Pomfret" is a market name applied to multiple species across different families in different regions, which can limit the precision of trade and production statistics unless scientific names are specified. Supply is closely linked to coastal capture fisheries in the Indo-West Pacific and, for some species (notably silver pomfret), to developing mariculture programs in countries such as China and Kuwait. Market access and price realization depend heavily on cold-chain integrity, product integrity (species/labeling), and traceability expectations tied to IUU-fishing and labor-risk scrutiny in seafood supply chains.
Market GrowthNot Mentioned
Major Producing Countries
ChinaSilver pomfret (Pampus argenteus) is widely distributed in China’s coastal seas and is a commercially valuable species; aquaculture R&D exists but is described as not yet large-scale in recent reviews.
IndiaSilver pomfret is reported in research literature as commercially fished and marketed; "pomfret" in Indian Ocean trade can include multiple Pampus species.
KuwaitSilver pomfret (locally "zobaidy") is described in research literature as a high-value fish in the local market; aquaculture technology development programs have been reported.
IranSilver pomfret is reported in research literature as commercially fished in the region; supply is linked to Persian Gulf/Indian Ocean fisheries.
IraqSilver pomfret is reported in research literature as commercially fished in the region; supply is linked to Persian Gulf/Indian Ocean fisheries.
Specification
Major VarietiesSilver pomfret (Pampus argenteus), Silver pomfret (Pampus candidus) (recognized in some Indian Ocean contexts), Black pomfret (Parastromateus niger)
Physical Attributes
Laterally compressed, deep-bodied finfish often sold whole (head-on), commonly with bright silvery coloration (species-dependent).
White to off-white flesh; quality defects in frozen trade often relate to dehydration/freezer burn, bruising, and thaw/refreeze damage rather than visual ripening/maturity issues.
Compositional Metrics
Buyer specifications commonly emphasize indicators of freezing and storage performance (e.g., dehydration/freezer burn, oxidation/rancidity risk) that vary with fat content and time-temperature history.
Frozen whole fish are commonly packed in moisture-resistant liners within master cartons and may use glazing or protective packaging to reduce dehydration during storage and transport.
ProcessingProduct is typically quick-frozen and distributed under deep-frozen conditions; freezing is generally regarded as complete only once internal product temperature reaches -18°C or colder.
Supply Chain
Value Chain
Landing/harvest -> chilling/handling -> sorting and cleaning (whole round or eviscerated) -> quick freezing -> cold storage -> reefer transport -> import cold store -> wholesale/retail distribution
Demand Drivers
High-value consumer demand in some markets for silver pomfret (e.g., premium pricing reported in Kuwait).
Preference for whole-fish formats in many retail and foodservice channels in Asia and the Middle East.
Temperature
Deep-frozen products are commonly targeted to be maintained at -18°C or below through storage, transport, and retail, with limited allowable fluctuations (often referenced as +/-3°C in guidance).
Shelf Life
Practical frozen storage life varies by fat content and temperature; FAO-referenced guidance indicates typical storage life at -18°C can be ~4 months for fatty fish and ~8–9 months for lean/flat fish categories (product-specific outcomes depend on species and handling).
Risks
Resource Sustainability and Supply Variability HighFrozen pomfret supply is heavily tied to coastal marine fisheries and is vulnerable to stock decline, localized overfishing pressure, and environmental change. Research on silver pomfret specifically reports catch declines and stressed fishery resources in some regions, which can tighten supply and increase price volatility and substitution risk in trade.Use multi-origin sourcing where feasible; require credible catch/harvest documentation and traceability; monitor stock/management signals in key producing areas; align contracts with realistic seasonality and availability.
Product Integrity MediumThe market name "pomfret" is applied to a heterogeneous set of species across families and regions, increasing risk of species substitution, inconsistent buyer specifications, and mislabeling disputes—especially when trade data or contracts do not specify scientific names.Specify scientific name(s) and product form in contracts; implement traceability and, where needed, species verification (e.g., DNA testing) for high-risk lots.
IUU Fishing and Traceability MediumIUU fishing is a recognized threat across fisheries and can introduce compliance and reputational risk if illegally sourced products enter export channels; this can trigger detentions, refusals, or buyer delisting when documentation is insufficient.Adopt robust chain-of-custody controls (vessel/landing documentation, supplier audits, transaction-level traceability) and align with port-state and buyer traceability requirements.
Cold Chain and Quality Loss MediumTemperature abuse (including thaw/refreeze events) can rapidly degrade frozen fish quality via dehydration/freezer burn and other defects, and undermines food-safety controls emphasized in Codex-aligned handling guidance for fish and fishery products.Set and enforce -18°C (or colder) cold-chain specifications; use continuous temperature monitoring for reefer and cold store steps; enforce receiving checks and non-conformance disposition for temperature deviations.
Labor and Human Rights Compliance MediumThe fishing sector has documented cases of forced labour and trafficking in some contexts, creating heightened social compliance exposure for marine capture supply chains and downstream brands.Apply risk-based human-rights due diligence, including supplier screening, grievance mechanisms, and alignment with relevant international labor standards; prioritize transparent sourcing and audited supply chains.
Sustainability
Overfishing and environmental-change pressure on coastal fishery resources used for pomfret supply (species- and region-dependent).
Illegal, unreported and unregulated (IUU) fishing risk in marine capture supply chains, driving traceability and documentation expectations in trade.
Energy intensity and emissions exposure from deep-frozen cold chains (freezing, cold storage, reefer transport).
Labor & Social
Forced labour and human trafficking risks documented in parts of the commercial fishing sector globally, elevating social compliance and supplier due-diligence requirements.
Occupational safety risks for fishers and processing workers, especially where oversight and enforcement are weak.
FAQ
What fish species are typically sold as "frozen pomfret" in international markets?The label "pomfret" can refer to different species depending on the market. In many Indo-West Pacific seafood markets it commonly includes species in the genus Pampus (e.g., silver pomfret such as Pampus argenteus and, in some Indian Ocean contexts, Pampus candidus) and can also include black pomfret (Parastromateus niger). FAO has noted that "pomfrets" in some statistical contexts can be a heterogeneous grouping across different families, so contracts and labels are more reliable when they include scientific names.
What cold-chain temperature is typically expected for frozen pomfrets in trade?International guidance for frozen fishery products commonly targets maintaining product at -18°C or colder through storage, transport, and retail, with limited fluctuations. Codex quick-freezing standards describe freezing as complete only once the product reaches -18°C or colder, and FAO guidance for transport and retail similarly references -18°C or below for frozen seafood.
What are the most important sustainability and social-compliance risks buyers screen for in frozen pomfret supply chains?Buyers often focus on (1) resource sustainability risks (including localized overfishing pressure for coastal fishery species) and (2) illegal, unreported and unregulated (IUU) fishing risks, which FAO identifies as a major threat that can enter overseas trade channels without strong controls. On the social side, the ILO documents forced labour and trafficking risks in parts of the commercial fishing sector, which drives expectations for traceability, supplier due diligence, and credible social compliance programs.
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