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Frozen Squid Tentacles Suppliers, Trade & Prices — Market Overview 2026

Parent Product
Frozen Squid
HS Code
030743
Last Updated
2026-06-29
Key takeaways for search and sourcing teams
  • Frozen Squid Tentacles market coverage spans 127 countries.
  • 716 exporter companies and 690 importer companies are indexed in the global supply chain intelligence network for this product.
  • 7,207 supplier-linked transactions are summarized across the top 20 countries.
  • 1 premium suppliers and 0 catalog items are currently listed.
  • Wholesale sample entries: 4; 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 Squid Tentacles

Analyze 7,207 supplier-linked transactions across the top 20 countries, with monthly unit-price benchmarks to track export competitiveness and sourcing risk for Frozen Squid Tentacles.

Frozen Squid Tentacles Country YoY Change in Supplier Transactions and Export Momentum

Compare positive and negative YoY shifts in Frozen Squid Tentacles to identify accelerating supplier markets and weakening export corridors.
Top YoY shifts for Frozen Squid Tentacles: Denmark (+90.0%), Panama (+62.0%), Hong Kong (+61.7%).

Frozen Squid Tentacles Country-Level Supplier Transaction and Unit Price Summary

As of 2025-08, benchmark Frozen Squid Tentacles country transaction counts with monthly unit price and volume to prioritize supplier and export markets.
In 2026-01, countries with visible Frozen Squid Tentacles transaction unit prices: Panama (7.91 USD / kg), Spain (5.95 USD / kg), Vietnam (5.78 USD / kg), Pakistan (5.34 USD / kg), Taiwan (5.33 USD / kg), 8 more countries.
CountryYoY ChangeTransaction Count2025-082025-092025-102025-112025-122026-012026-022026-032026-042026-052026-062026-07
Peru-15.6%4,5112.93 USD / kg (5,349,797.16 kg)3.08 USD / kg (3,013,988.11 kg)3.18 USD / kg (5,898,218.82 kg)3.07 USD / kg (6,233,978.4 kg)2.75 USD / kg (5,630,276.779 kg)2.57 USD / kg (4,729,121.929 kg)
Vietnam+6.3%5176.80 USD / kg (94,812.599 kg)6.51 USD / kg (168,159.5 kg)7.67 USD / kg (129,717.7 kg)6.20 USD / kg (203,639 kg)6.27 USD / kg (162,876.6 kg)5.78 USD / kg (433,238.4 kg)
Chile-4.7%4034.08 USD / kg (690,428 kg)4.09 USD / kg (98,773 kg)3.54 USD / kg (73,312 kg)3.78 USD / kg (50,811 kg)3.49 USD / kg (68,089.24 kg)2.75 USD / kg (45,137 kg)
China+39.0%3563.61 USD / kg (1,008,865.9 kg)3.13 USD / kg (459,376.6 kg)3.78 USD / kg (923,954 kg)4.67 USD / kg (848,785.9 kg)4.23 USD / kg (953,822.36 kg)4.31 USD / kg (1,057,651.824 kg)
Indonesia+21.9%475.33 USD / kg (78,267.2 kg)4.97 USD / kg (58,392.5 kg)4.66 USD / kg (5,896 kg)- (-)6.47 USD / kg (35,519 kg)5.00 USD / kg (240 kg)
India-5.6%8114.59 USD / kg (156,008.527 kg)4.05 USD / kg (283,492.508 kg)4.00 USD / kg (423,203.682 kg)3.83 USD / kg (318,558 kg)4.34 USD / kg (447,677.184 kg)3.94 USD / kg (387,110.161 kg)
Mexico+18.1%152.35 USD / kg (19,056.39 kg)1.70 USD / kg (500 kg)- (-)2.20 USD / kg (9,880 kg)1.00 USD / kg (8,906 kg)- (-)
Ecuador-15.7%1082.10 USD / kg (134,637.5 kg)2.62 USD / kg (607,036.401 kg)2.16 USD / kg (250,980 kg)2.75 USD / kg (158,390 kg)3.02 USD / kg (57,500 kg)2.07 USD / kg (41,693.02 kg)
Hong Kong+61.7%153.44 USD / kg (42,510 kg)2.58 USD / kg (-)4.11 USD / kg (60,697.68 kg)- (-)2.69 USD / kg (111,550 kg)3.70 USD / kg (-)
Thailand+12.2%5- (-)- (-)8.49 USD / kg (32,460 kg)- (-)7.10 USD / kg (8,001 kg)- (-)
Frozen Squid Tentacles Global Supply Chain Coverage
1,406 companies
716 exporters and 690 importers are mapped for Frozen Squid Tentacles.
Exporters and importers can use Tridge Supply Chain Intelligence company profiles and analytics to identify counterparties for Frozen Squid Tentacles, benchmark reach, and prioritize outreach by market.

Frozen Squid Tentacles Export Supplier Intelligence, Trade Flows, and Price Signals

716 exporter companies are mapped in Tridge Supply Chain Intelligence for Frozen Squid Tentacles. Exporters and importers can use company profiles and analytics to evaluate supplier coverage, trading activity, and route opportunities.

Frozen Squid Tentacles Verified Export Suppliers and Premium Partners

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Fuqing Maowang Seafood Developing Co., Ltd.
China
Brokers And Trade AgenciesFood Services And Drinking PlacesFood PackagingFishing AquacultureFood Manufacturing
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Frozen Squid Tentacles Top Exporters and Supplier Profiles

Review leading exporter profiles while benchmarking against 716 total exporter companies in the Frozen Squid Tentacles supply chain intelligence network. Exporters and importers can unlock company profiles and analytics to qualify partners faster.
(Peru)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-03-19
Industries: Fishing AquacultureFood Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: Farming / Production / Processing / PackingTrade
(Spain)
Latest Export Transaction: 2025-10-06
Industries: Beverage ManufacturingFood ManufacturingFood Packaging
Value Chain Roles: Distribution / WholesaleFood ManufacturingTrade
(China)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-05-29
Industries: Brokers And Trade AgenciesFood ManufacturingOthers
Value Chain Roles: Food ManufacturingLogisticsTrade
(Spain)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-05-29
Employee Size: 1 - 10 Employees
Sales Revenue: USD 1M - 5M
Industries: Fishing AquacultureFood Wholesalers
Value Chain Roles: Distribution / WholesaleTrade
(Spain)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-05-29
Industries: Food PackagingFood Wholesalers
Value Chain Roles: Distribution / WholesaleOthers
(United States)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-05-29
Industries: Others
Value Chain Roles: Trade
Frozen Squid Tentacles Global Exporter Coverage
716 companies
Exporter company count is a key signal for Frozen Squid Tentacles supply depth and sourcing optionality.
Use Supply Chain Intelligence analytics to narrow Frozen Squid Tentacles opportunities by country, product, and value-chain role, then open company profiles to validate fit.

Top Exporting Countries for Frozen Squid Tentacles (HS Code 030743) in 2024

For Frozen Squid Tentacles in 2024, compare export volume and value across the top 10 supplier countries to map core supply structure.
RankCountryVolumeValue
1India147,675,630 kg601,004,819.642 USD
2Spain104,877,334.66 kg511,240,546.931 USD
3Argentina137,409,437.8 kg351,811,033.41 USD
4Thailand30,545,575.394 kg222,653,915.23 USD
5Chile80,177,243 kg175,578,654.62 USD
6United States62,291,989 kg155,070,786 USD
7Malaysia28,875,996.38 kg109,641,647.808 USD
8South Africa17,206,009.528 kg88,857,339.126 USD
9New Zealand14,370,056 kg75,784,344.21 USD
10Portugal14,429,510 kg70,456,787.554 USD

Frozen Squid Tentacles Export Trade Flow and Partner Country Summary

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Frozen Squid Tentacles Import Buyer Intelligence, Demand Signals, and Price Benchmarks

690 importer companies are mapped for Frozen Squid Tentacles demand intelligence. Use Supply Chain Intelligence company profiles and analytics to prioritize buyers, distributors, and downstream demand partners by market.

Frozen Squid Tentacles Top Buyers, Importers, and Demand Partners

Review leading buyer profiles and compare them against 690 total importer companies tracked for Frozen Squid Tentacles. Exporters and importers can use Supply Chain Intelligence company profiles and analytics to evaluate buyer quality and demand concentration.
(South Korea)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-05-29
Industries: Fishing AquacultureFood ManufacturingFood PackagingFood Services And Drinking Places
Value Chain Roles: -
(Argentina)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-05-29
Employee Size: 101 - 500 Employees
Sales Revenue: USD 50M - 100M
Industries: Fishing AquacultureFood Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: -
(Cyprus)
Latest Import Transaction: 2025-09-05
Industries: Brokers And Trade AgenciesFood Wholesalers
Value Chain Roles: -
(South Korea)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-05-21
Industries: Beverage ManufacturingFood Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: -
(South Korea)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-06-18
Industries: Fishing AquacultureFood Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: -
(Japan)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-05-29
Industries: Food ManufacturingFood PackagingFood Wholesalers
Value Chain Roles: -
Global Importer Coverage
690 companies
Importer company count highlights the current depth of demand-side visibility for Frozen Squid Tentacles.
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Top Import Demand Countries for Frozen Squid Tentacles (HS Code 030743) in 2024

For Frozen Squid Tentacles in 2024, compare import volume and value across the top 10 demand countries to identify priority markets.
RankCountryVolumeValue
1Spain264,220,055.36 kg1,176,060,471.566 USD
2Italy122,120,192.857 kg769,790,073.109 USD
3Japan104,460,821 kg535,768,250.43 USD
4South Korea109,942,325.384 kg349,474,346 USD
5Thailand125,560,389 kg343,104,207.54 USD
6United States45,082,647 kg254,333,189 USD
7Portugal33,913,130 kg141,867,297.331 USD
8Greece26,048,759 kg128,434,538.024 USD
9Malaysia42,666,646.09 kg122,745,904.831 USD
10Australia16,254,672.05 kg82,926,748.323 USD

Frozen Squid Tentacles Import Trade Flow and Origin Country Summary

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Global Wholesale Supplier Price Trends by Country for Frozen Squid Tentacles

Frozen Squid Tentacles Monthly Wholesale Supplier Price Summary by Country

Monthly Frozen Squid Tentacles wholesale unit-price benchmarks by country for export and sourcing decisions.
In 2026-01, countries with visible Frozen Squid Tentacles wholesale unit prices: Spain (6.50 USD / kg).
Country2025-082025-092025-102025-112025-122026-012026-022026-032026-042026-052026-062026-07
Spain5.77 USD / kg5.81 USD / kg5.75 USD / kg6.36 USD / kg6.44 USD / kg6.50 USD / kg
Ukraine8.28 USD / kg8.30 USD / kg8.22 USD / kg8.14 USD / kg8.12 USD / kg-

Frozen Squid Tentacles Wholesale Price Competitiveness by Major Exporting Countries

Compare Frozen Squid Tentacles wholesale price ranges and YoY changes across the top 2 exporting countries to benchmark supplier price competitiveness.
RankCountryAverageLowerUpperYoY
1Spain6.38 USD / kg5.64 USD / kg7.90 USD / kg+18.7%
2Ukraine8.08 USD / kg7.72 USD / kg8.34 USD / kg-1.7%

Latest Frozen Squid Tentacles Wholesale Export Price Updates

Use the latest 4 Frozen Squid Tentacles wholesale updates to validate current export price points and origin-level supplier changes.
DateEntry NameUnit Price (USD) 
2026-06-01Щуп***** ******** *** * ******* ****7.63 USD / kg
2026-05-01SQU** ********* ****** * ******* *********7.87 USD / kg
2024-01-01Кал**** ******** *** * ******* ****6.56 USD / kg
2023-10-01SQU** ********* ****** * ******* *********4.74 USD / kg

Classification

Product TypeRaw Material
Product FormFrozen
Industry PositionPrimary Fishery Product

Raw Material

Commodity GroupCephalopods (Squid) — frozen cut (tentacles)
PerishabilityHigh (frozen cold chain required)
Growing Conditions
  • Marine capture fisheries; availability influenced by sea surface temperature, ocean productivity, and migratory behavior
  • Key supply linked to major fishing grounds including the Humboldt Current system (Southeast Pacific) and the Southwest Atlantic
Main VarietiesIllex spp. (Southwest Atlantic shortfin squid group), Dosidicus spp. (jumbo flying squid group, Humboldt Current-associated supply), Todarodes spp. (Northwest Pacific flying squid group), Loligo spp. (coastal squids marketed in parts of Europe and other regions)
Consumption Forms
  • Foodservice preparations (fried, grilled, stir-fry, hotpot/seafood mixes)
  • Retail frozen seafood for home cooking where market demand exists
  • Further processed products (marinated/seasoned ready-to-cook seafood items)
Grading Factors
  • Species and origin/fishing area declaration (where required)
  • Cut definition (tentacles-only specification) and defect tolerances (broken pieces, discoloration)
  • Size grading (count/weight bands) and uniformity
  • Glazing level vs declared net weight and packaging integrity
  • Foreign matter/parasite controls and sensory condition
  • Temperature history and evidence of cold-chain compliance

Market

Frozen squid tentacles are a globally traded cut of cephalopods supplied primarily from marine capture fisheries and then cleaned, portioned, and frozen for international distribution. Supply is shaped by a mix of fishing-ground availability (notably the Humboldt Current and Southwest Atlantic), short biological life cycles, and high interannual variability, which can translate into volatile trade flows and pricing. Processing and re-export hubs (especially in Asia) play an outsized role because raw squid is frequently landed in one country and processed/frozen in another. Major import demand comes from East Asia and Southern Europe, with additional foodservice-driven demand in North America. Public trade statistics typically aggregate squid products into broader cephalopod categories, so tentacle-specific trade visibility often depends on buyer specifications rather than standard statistical codes.
Major Producing Countries
  • ChinaMajor landing and processing country for cephalopods; significant role in global squid processing and re-export supply chains.
  • PeruKey origin for jumbo flying squid fisheries associated with the Humboldt Current; important upstream supply base for frozen squid products.
  • ChileHumboldt Current-associated squid resources contribute to regional supply and processing throughput.
  • ArgentinaMajor origin for Southwest Atlantic squid fisheries (notably Illex fisheries), supporting export-oriented frozen cephalopod supply.
  • IndiaLarge seafood processing sector handling cephalopods for export; supply linked to domestic landings and imported raw material depending on the year.
  • IndonesiaMeaningful cephalopod landing and processing base serving regional and export markets.
  • JapanBoth a producer and a major consumer market; domestic landings contribute alongside imports depending on stock conditions.
Major Exporting Countries
  • ChinaMajor exporter of frozen cephalopod products, often leveraging imported raw material and domestic processing capacity.
  • PeruImportant exporter linked to Humboldt Current squid fisheries; exports include frozen cuts used in foodservice and processing.
  • ArgentinaSignificant exporter of frozen squid products from Southwest Atlantic fisheries; seasonal availability can affect export timing.
  • IndiaExport-oriented seafood processor; frozen cephalopods shipped to a mix of Asian, EU, and other destinations depending on market conditions.
  • VietnamRegional processing and export hub for frozen seafood products, including cephalopods, depending on raw material availability.
Major Importing Countries
  • JapanCore global demand center for cephalopods; imports support retail, sushi/izakaya, and broader foodservice use.
  • SpainMajor EU entry, processing, and consumption market for cephalopods; distribution can extend across the EU.
  • ItalyLarge consumer market for cephalopods (retail and foodservice), typically supplied via frozen imports.
  • South KoreaSignificant import market for frozen squid products used in foodservice and further processing.
  • United StatesFoodservice and retail import market for frozen squid products; compliance and traceability expectations can influence sourcing decisions.

Specification

Major VarietiesArgentine shortfin squid (Illex spp.), Jumbo flying squid (Dosidicus spp.), Japanese flying squid (Todarodes spp.), European/common squid (Loligo spp.)
Physical Attributes
  • Cut specification defined by buyer (tentacles only; with or without beak/mouth parts as specified)
  • Skin-on or skin-off presentations depending on market and end use
  • Block-frozen or IQF presentations depending on supply chain and customer requirements
  • Controlled glazing to limit dehydration and freezer burn during storage and transport
Compositional Metrics
  • Glazing percentage and declared net weight (drained weight vs gross weight) commonly specified in contracts
  • Moisture/drip loss controls and limits on foreign matter are common buyer requirements
Grades
  • Buyer-defined grades based on size grading, defect tolerances (broken pieces, discoloration), and sensory condition
  • Food safety management commonly aligned with HACCP-based controls for fish and fishery products
Packaging
  • Foodservice bulk polybags in master cartons for further processing or restaurant use
  • Retail-ready pouches or cartons for frozen seafood aisles where applicable
  • Clear labeling of species/FAO area (when required), cut, glazing/net weight, lot code, and storage temperature
ProcessingTypically washed/cleaned, portioned to tentacles, and rapidly frozen; some SKUs may be cooked/blanched prior to freezing depending on marketMetal detection/foreign-body controls and temperature history monitoring are common quality program elements for frozen seafood

Supply Chain

Value Chain
  • Harvest (capture fishery) -> onboard chilling/freezing or rapid landing -> primary processing (cleaning/portioning) -> freezing (block or IQF) -> glazing/packing -> frozen storage -> reefer shipment -> importer cold store -> distribution to retail/foodservice or further processing
Demand Drivers
  • Foodservice demand for seafood appetizers and mixed-seafood dishes where tentacles are a distinct cut
  • Consumer demand in East Asian and Southern European cuisines with established cephalopod consumption
  • Preference for frozen formats that provide consistent year-round availability and portion control
Temperature
  • Continuous frozen cold chain is critical; storage and transport commonly target -18°C or colder to protect quality and safety
  • Temperature abuse can cause thaw/refreeze damage, texture degradation, and increased quality rejects
Shelf Life
  • Frozen storage provides extended shelf life, but quality is sensitive to dehydration/freezer burn and time-temperature history
  • Glazing integrity and packaging barrier performance are important to maintain appearance and texture through distribution

Risks

Climate And Stock Variability HighSquid availability can swing sharply year to year because many commercial squid species have short life cycles and stock distribution is sensitive to ocean conditions (including ENSO-linked changes in productivity in the Humboldt Current). This can create abrupt supply and price volatility for frozen squid cuts such as tentacles, and can trigger rapid origin shifts across the supply base.Qualify multiple origins and species-equivalent specifications; maintain flexible cut/spec acceptance criteria; use contract structures that share volatility risk and maintain diversified supplier portfolios across fishing grounds.
IUU And Traceability MediumCephalopod supply chains can face elevated IUU exposure, especially where distant-water fleets, transshipment risk, or complex multi-country processing routes reduce visibility. Major import markets increasingly require catch documentation and chain-of-custody evidence, raising the risk of shipment delays or rejections if documentation is incomplete.Implement end-to-end traceability (vessel/FAO area to finished lot), verify catch documentation for regulated markets, and favor suppliers with third-party audited traceability and responsible sourcing programs.
Labor And Human Rights MediumThe global fishing sector has documented labor-abuse risks in some distant-water fleets and at-sea operations, and squid supply chains can be implicated depending on origin and fleet practices. Buyers may face reputational and compliance risk if human-rights due diligence is weak.Apply supplier codes of conduct aligned to ILO principles; conduct social audits and worker-interview programs where feasible; require vessel lists and screen for labor-risk indicators in procurement.
Food Safety MediumFrozen seafood can be exposed to contamination and quality defects if sanitation controls, foreign-body controls, or temperature management fail during processing and distribution. Multi-step, multi-country processing increases the need for consistent HACCP controls and lot traceability for rapid response.Require HACCP-based controls and recognized food safety certifications; specify microbiological and foreign-matter limits; verify cold-chain monitoring and establish robust recall/trace protocols.
Logistics MediumFrozen reefer logistics are vulnerable to port congestion, container availability, power/temperature excursions, and energy cost shocks. These disruptions can reduce sellable quality and increase landed costs for frozen squid tentacles.Use validated reefer lanes and monitoring; build safety stocks at destination cold stores for critical customers; diversify ports and forwarders for peak seasons.
Sustainability
  • Fisheries stock sustainability and management effectiveness in key squid fishing grounds
  • IUU (illegal, unreported, and unregulated) fishing risk and traceability requirements for imported seafood
  • Ecosystem and bycatch impacts that vary by fishery and gear type (e.g., jigging vs trawl-associated supply chains)
  • High fuel use and emissions exposure for distant-water fishing fleets and long-distance frozen logistics
Labor & Social
  • Forced labor and human-rights risks reported in parts of the global distant-water fishing sector, including some squid supply chains, increasing buyer due diligence expectations
  • Crew safety risks in offshore fisheries and on processing vessels
  • Migrant labor vulnerability in seafood processing operations in some regions

FAQ

Why is it hard to find tentacle-specific global trade statistics for frozen squid tentacles?Most public trade datasets aggregate squid products into broader cephalopod categories (e.g., frozen squid/cuttlefish groups), and “tentacles” are a cut specification that is often captured in commercial contracts rather than consistently separated in standard statistical reporting. As a result, tentacle-specific visibility usually relies on buyer specifications and supplier documentation rather than global headline trade tables.
What compliance themes most often affect international trade in frozen squid tentacles?The biggest recurring themes are traceability and IUU-related documentation (catch and chain-of-custody evidence), plus HACCP-based food safety controls and cold-chain integrity for frozen products. These expectations are especially important when shipping into major regulated import markets such as the EU and the United States.
What is the single biggest global supply risk for frozen squid tentacles?Year-to-year supply swings driven by squid stock variability and ocean conditions (including ENSO effects in key fishing grounds) are the most critical risk, because they can rapidly change availability and pricing and force buyers to shift origins and species groups on short notice.

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