Parent Product
Frozen Squid
HS Code
030743
Last Updated
2026-05-14
Key takeaways for search and sourcing teams
- Frozen Squid Tubes market coverage spans 126 countries.
- 671 exporter companies and 760 importer companies are indexed in the global supply chain intelligence network for this product.
- 5,762 supplier-linked transactions are summarized across the top 20 countries.
- 1 premium suppliers and 0 catalog items are currently listed.
- Wholesale sample entries: 3; farmgate sample entries: 0.
- Latest reference year in this page dataset is 2026.
- Page data last updated on 2026-05-14.
Global Supplier Transactions, Export Activity, and Price Benchmarks for Frozen Squid Tubes
Analyze 5,762 supplier-linked transactions across the top 20 countries, with monthly unit-price benchmarks to track export competitiveness and sourcing risk for Frozen Squid Tubes.
Frozen Squid Tubes Country YoY Change in Supplier Transactions and Export Momentum
Compare positive and negative YoY shifts in Frozen Squid Tubes to identify accelerating supplier markets and weakening export corridors.
Top YoY shifts for Frozen Squid Tubes: South Korea (+134.7%), Singapore (+130.7%), Taiwan (+107.4%).
Frozen Squid Tubes Country-Level Supplier Transaction and Unit Price Summary
As of 2025-06, benchmark Frozen Squid Tubes country transaction counts with monthly unit price and volume to prioritize supplier and export markets.
In 2025-11, countries with visible Frozen Squid Tubes transaction unit prices: Malaysia (8.80 USD / kg), Indonesia (8.55 USD / kg), Thailand (8.14 USD / kg), Vietnam (6.37 USD / kg), South Korea (5.34 USD / kg), 12 more countries.
| Country | YoY Change | Transaction Count | 2025-06 | 2025-07 | 2025-08 | 2025-09 | 2025-10 | 2025-11 | 2025-12 | 2026-01 | 2026-02 | 2026-03 | 2026-04 | 2026-05 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| China | +25.8% | 781 | 3.88 USD / kg (1,591,878.7 kg) | 4.13 USD / kg (1,320,107.9 kg) | 3.60 USD / kg (2,559,800 kg) | 3.99 USD / kg (2,512,401.412 kg) | 4.29 USD / kg (3,256,272.4 kg) | 4.25 USD / kg (2,573,935 kg) | ||||||
| Chile | +20.5% | 596 | 3.98 USD / kg (454,876 kg) | 4.21 USD / kg (503,565 kg) | 4.32 USD / kg (278,040 kg) | 3.76 USD / kg (71,976 kg) | 3.20 USD / kg (19,920 kg) | 3.17 USD / kg (48,231 kg) | ||||||
| Peru | -19.8% | 2,488 | 2.98 USD / kg (13,002,657 kg) | 2.54 USD / kg (10,175,526.643 kg) | 2.59 USD / kg (5,046,728.5 kg) | 2.32 USD / kg (4,362,082.3 kg) | 2.28 USD / kg (5,215,821.1 kg) | 2.31 USD / kg (4,426,590.48 kg) | ||||||
| Vietnam | -12.5% | 984 | 8.75 USD / kg (54,255.508 kg) | 8.28 USD / kg (70,922.626 kg) | 7.07 USD / kg (170,945.024 kg) | 6.29 USD / kg (606,609.686 kg) | 6.92 USD / kg (353,378.89 kg) | 6.37 USD / kg (378,682.577 kg) | ||||||
| Indonesia | +25.7% | 297 | 5.78 USD / kg (31,697.8 kg) | 4.06 USD / kg (45,778.7 kg) | 4.05 USD / kg (3,287.7 kg) | 7.45 USD / kg (508,191.753 kg) | 8.55 USD / kg (594,659.35 kg) | 8.55 USD / kg (351,672.55 kg) | ||||||
| India | +13.2% | 287 | 6.11 USD / kg (68,076.811 kg) | 6.70 USD / kg (39,168.251 kg) | 7.05 USD / kg (632,178.017 kg) | 6.71 USD / kg (325,400.079 kg) | 5.96 USD / kg (364,386.118 kg) | 5.32 USD / kg (201,969.107 kg) | ||||||
| Hong Kong | -4.9% | 47 | 4.72 USD / kg (68,800 kg) | 5.93 USD / kg (24,000 kg) | 5.19 USD / kg (128,700 kg) | 5.86 USD / kg (108,980 kg) | 4.30 USD / kg (74,340 kg) | 3.39 USD / kg (44,170 kg) | ||||||
| Taiwan | +107.4% | 28 | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | 5.49 USD / kg (91,725 kg) | 5.29 USD / kg (35,987 kg) | ||||||
| Panama | +9.2% | 15 | - (-) | 4.20 USD / kg (25,000 kg) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | 4.44 USD / kg (47,966 kg) | ||||||
| South Korea | +134.7% | 9 | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | 5.34 USD / kg (25,300 kg) |
Frozen Squid Tubes Global Supply Chain Coverage
1,431 companies
671 exporters and 760 importers are mapped for Frozen Squid Tubes.
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Frozen Squid Tubes Export Supplier Intelligence, Trade Flows, and Price Signals
671 exporter companies are mapped in Tridge Supply Chain Intelligence for Frozen Squid Tubes. Exporters and importers can use company profiles and analytics to evaluate supplier coverage, trading activity, and route opportunities.
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Frozen Squid Tubes Top Exporters and Supplier Profiles
Review leading exporter profiles while benchmarking against 671 total exporter companies in the Frozen Squid Tubes supply chain intelligence network. Exporters and importers can unlock company profiles and analytics to qualify partners faster.
(China)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-04-12
Employee Size: 51 - 100 Employees
Sales Revenue: USD 5M - 10M
Industries: Food ManufacturingFood PackagingFishing Aquaculture
Value Chain Roles: TradeFood Manufacturing
Exporting Countries: South Korea
Supplying Products: Frozen Squid, Frozen Squid Tubes
(China)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-05-04
Employee Size: 101 - 500 Employees
Sales Revenue: USD 10M - 50M
Industries: Food ManufacturingFishing AquacultureFood Wholesalers
Value Chain Roles: Farming / Production / Processing / PackingTradeDistribution / Wholesale
Exporting Countries: South Korea, United States, Philippines, Costa Rica
Supplying Products: Frozen Squid, Frozen Squid Tubes, Frozen Squid Rings +4
(Turkiye)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-04-12
Industries: Fishing Aquaculture
Value Chain Roles: Trade
(Chile)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-04-12
Industries: Food ManufacturingFishing Aquaculture
Value Chain Roles: Farming / Production / Processing / PackingTradeFood Manufacturing
Exporting Countries: South Korea, Mexico, United States
Supplying Products: Frozen Squid, Frozen Squid Tubes, Frozen Cleaned Squid +2
(Peru)
Latest Export Transaction: 2025-05-27
Industries: Food ManufacturingFishing Aquaculture
Value Chain Roles: Food ManufacturingFarming / Production / Processing / Packing
(India)
Latest Export Transaction: 2025-10-15
Industries: Shipping And Water TransportOthersAnimal Production
Value Chain Roles: TradeFarming / Production / Processing / PackingLogistics
Exporting Countries: United States
Supplying Products: Frozen Squid, Frozen Squid Tubes
Frozen Squid Tubes Global Exporter Coverage
671 companies
Exporter company count is a key signal for Frozen Squid Tubes supply depth and sourcing optionality.
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Top Exporting Countries for Frozen Squid Tubes (HS Code 030743) in 2024
For Frozen Squid Tubes in 2024, compare export volume and value across the top 10 supplier countries to map core supply structure.
| Rank | Country | Volume | Value |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | India | 147,675,630 kg | 601,004,819.642 USD |
| 2 | Spain | 104,877,334.66 kg | 511,240,546.931 USD |
| 3 | Argentina | 137,409,437.8 kg | 351,811,033.41 USD |
| 4 | Thailand | 30,545,575.394 kg | 222,653,915.23 USD |
| 5 | Chile | 80,177,243 kg | 175,578,654.62 USD |
| 6 | United States | 62,291,989 kg | 155,070,786 USD |
| 7 | Malaysia | 28,875,996.38 kg | 109,641,647.808 USD |
| 8 | South Africa | 17,206,009.528 kg | 88,857,339.126 USD |
| 9 | New Zealand | 14,370,056 kg | 75,784,344.21 USD |
| 10 | Portugal | 14,429,510 kg | 70,456,787.554 USD |
Frozen Squid Tubes Export Trade Flow and Partner Country Summary
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Frozen Squid Tubes Import Buyer Intelligence, Demand Signals, and Price Benchmarks
760 importer companies are mapped for Frozen Squid Tubes demand intelligence. Use Supply Chain Intelligence company profiles and analytics to prioritize buyers, distributors, and downstream demand partners by market.
Frozen Squid Tubes Top Buyers, Importers, and Demand Partners
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(Dominican Republic)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-04-12
Industries: Food Wholesalers
Value Chain Roles: -
(China)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-04-12
Industries: Food ManufacturingFishing Aquaculture
Value Chain Roles: -
(South Korea)
Latest Import Transaction: 2025-08-18
Employee Size: 11 - 50 Employees
Sales Revenue: USD 1M - 5M
Industries: Others
Value Chain Roles: -
(China)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-02-27
Employee Size: 101 - 500 Employees
Sales Revenue: USD 10M - 50M
Industries: Food ManufacturingOthers
Value Chain Roles: -
(China)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-04-12
Industries: Food ManufacturingFishing AquacultureFood Packaging
Value Chain Roles: -
(Spain)
Latest Import Transaction: 2025-11-18
Employee Size: 1 - 10 Employees
Sales Revenue: USD 1M - 5M
Industries: Food Wholesalers
Value Chain Roles: -
Global Importer Coverage
760 companies
Importer company count highlights the current depth of demand-side visibility for Frozen Squid Tubes.
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Top Import Demand Countries for Frozen Squid Tubes (HS Code 030743) in 2024
For Frozen Squid Tubes in 2024, compare import volume and value across the top 10 demand countries to identify priority markets.
| Rank | Country | Volume | Value |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Spain | 264,220,055.36 kg | 1,176,060,471.566 USD |
| 2 | Italy | 122,120,192.857 kg | 769,790,073.109 USD |
| 3 | Japan | 104,460,821 kg | 535,768,250.43 USD |
| 4 | South Korea | 109,942,325.384 kg | 349,474,346 USD |
| 5 | Thailand | 125,560,389 kg | 343,104,207.54 USD |
| 6 | United States | 45,082,647 kg | 254,333,189 USD |
| 7 | Portugal | 33,913,130 kg | 141,867,297.331 USD |
| 8 | Greece | 26,048,759 kg | 128,434,538.024 USD |
| 9 | Malaysia | 42,666,646.09 kg | 122,745,904.831 USD |
| 10 | Australia | 16,254,672.05 kg | 82,926,748.323 USD |
Frozen Squid Tubes Import Trade Flow and Origin Country Summary
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Global Wholesale Supplier Price Trends by Country for Frozen Squid Tubes
Frozen Squid Tubes Monthly Wholesale Supplier Price Summary by Country
Monthly Frozen Squid Tubes wholesale unit-price benchmarks by country for export and sourcing decisions.
In 2025-11, countries with visible Frozen Squid Tubes wholesale unit prices: Ukraine (5.75 USD / kg).
| Country | 2025-06 | 2025-07 | 2025-08 | 2025-09 | 2025-10 | 2025-11 | 2025-12 | 2026-01 | 2026-02 | 2026-03 | 2026-04 | 2026-05 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ukraine | 5.82 USD / kg | 5.79 USD / kg | 5.85 USD / kg | 5.87 USD / kg | 5.80 USD / kg | 5.75 USD / kg |
Frozen Squid Tubes Wholesale Price Competitiveness by Major Exporting Countries
Compare Frozen Squid Tubes wholesale price ranges and YoY changes across the top 1 exporting countries to benchmark supplier price competitiveness.
| Rank | Country | Average | Lower | Upper | YoY |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ukraine | 5.72 USD / kg | 5.40 USD / kg | 5.98 USD / kg | -0.8% |
Latest Frozen Squid Tubes Wholesale Export Price Updates
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Classification
Product TypeProcessed Food
Product FormFrozen
Industry PositionProcessed Seafood Product
Market
Frozen squid tubes are a globally traded processed seafood item typically produced from wild-caught cephalopods that are cleaned, cut into mantle “tubes,” and frozen for long-distance shipment. Supply is geographically diverse but highly exposed to wild stock variability and shifting fishing access, with notable origin and processing roles across the Pacific and Atlantic as well as major Asian processing hubs. Global trade is shaped by the intersection of foodservice demand (calamari-style products), cold-chain performance, and strict buyer specifications around size, glazing, and defect tolerances. Traceability and IUU-risk controls are increasingly central to market access in major importing regions.
Major Producing Countries
- ChinaMajor capture and a major global processing hub for traded squid products (FAO FishStatJ; ITC Trade Map context)
- PeruKey origin for jumbo flying squid supply into global frozen and processed channels (FAO FishStatJ context)
- ArgentinaImportant origin for Illex squid fisheries supplying global markets (FAO FishStatJ context)
- ChileSignificant South Pacific squid origin, with supply influenced by ocean conditions (FAO FishStatJ context)
- JapanMaterial capture and domestic market for squid; also a quality-sensitive buyer segment (FAO FishStatJ context)
- IndiaImportant origin and exporter of frozen seafood products, including squid items (ITC Trade Map context)
Major Exporting Countries
- ChinaFrequently listed among leading exporters of squid and cuttlefish categories; also re-exports after processing (ITC Trade Map)
- IndiaMajor supplier of frozen squid products into global markets (ITC Trade Map)
- VietnamRegional processing-and-export hub for frozen seafood products (ITC Trade Map context)
- SpainLarge EU seafood trading and processing hub that both imports and exports squid products (ITC Trade Map context)
- PeruPrimary-origin exporter for South Pacific squid supply streams (ITC Trade Map context)
- ThailandSeafood processing hub with export activity in frozen cephalopod categories (ITC Trade Map context)
Major Importing Countries
- SpainOne of the world’s largest destination markets and an EU redistribution hub for squid products (ITC Trade Map context)
- ItalyMajor consumer market for squid/calamari products in retail and foodservice (ITC Trade Map context)
- JapanHigh-consumption market with consistent demand for squid products (ITC Trade Map context)
- United StatesLarge import market for frozen seafood; compliance emphasis on traceability for certain seafood categories (NOAA SIMP context)
- South KoreaSignificant squid-consuming market with steady import demand (ITC Trade Map context)
- ChinaImports for processing and domestic consumption alongside domestic capture (ITC Trade Map/FAO context)
Specification
Major VarietiesJumbo flying squid (Dosidicus gigas), Argentine shortfin squid (Illex argentinus), Japanese flying squid (Todarodes pacificus), European/common squid group (Loligo spp.)
Physical Attributes
- Cleaned mantle tubes (whole tubes) with optional fin-on/fin-off presentation
- Skin-off or skin-on specifications depending on buyer and end use
- Uniform sizing by count or weight band to support portioning and consistent cooking performance
Compositional Metrics
- Glaze percentage and declared net weight are common buyer-control points for frozen squid
- Size grading commonly specified as pieces per kilogram (or similar count/weight banding)
- Defect and foreign-matter tolerances typically specified contractually (e.g., residual skin, beak/eye fragments, ink staining)
Packaging
- Foodservice-oriented bulk cartons with inner poly liners for IQF or block-frozen tubes
- Retail-ready frozen packs for ready-to-cook applications in some markets
- Export packaging commonly includes lot coding to support traceability and catch documentation
ProcessingIQF supports free-flowing tubes for portion control; block freezing supports bulk handling and lower-cost logisticsGlazing is commonly used to reduce dehydration/freezer burn during extended frozen storage and transitBuyer specs often define trim standard (tube length, fin retention, skin removal) to match downstream processing needs (rings, stuffing, breading)
Supply Chain
Value Chain
- Wild capture (trawler/jigger) -> landing/auction or direct offload -> chilled holding -> primary processing (cleaning/tubing) -> freezing (IQF or block) -> cold storage -> reefer container shipping -> import cold store -> foodservice/retail distribution
Demand Drivers
- Foodservice demand for calamari-style menu items and fried/appetizer formats
- Convenience-driven demand for ready-to-cook frozen seafood in retail
- Substitution dynamics versus other seafood proteins when relative prices shift
Temperature
- Maintain continuous frozen storage and transport at -18°C or colder; temperature abuse increases drip loss and texture defects after thawing
Shelf Life
- Frozen storage provides extended shelf life, but quality depends on glaze integrity, packaging barrier performance, and uninterrupted cold-chain control
Risks
Wild Stock Volatility HighBecause squid supply is primarily wild-caught and strongly influenced by ocean conditions and fishery management decisions, availability and raw material pricing can change abruptly, disrupting processing throughput and contracted export programs.Diversify by species and origin, use flexible size/spec ranges where possible, and monitor fishery bulletins and access changes to adjust procurement early.
Illegal, Unreported And Unregulated Fishing HighSquid supply chains can face elevated IUU exposure (including transshipment-linked opacity), which can lead to import blocks, heightened inspection, or exclusion from buyers with strict sourcing policies.Require catch documentation and vessel identifiers, implement traceability to vessel/catch area, and align suppliers with port-state controls and importer due-diligence requirements.
Regulatory Compliance MediumMajor importing markets increasingly require stronger traceability and legality assurances for seafood, and non-compliance can cause shipment delays, detentions, or loss of customer approvals.Maintain document control (catch certificates where applicable), verify chain-of-custody, and audit suppliers against destination-market import and labeling requirements.
Food Safety MediumFrozen cephalopods must meet strict hygiene controls to prevent contamination and quality defects; compliance scrutiny can be heightened for contaminants and foreign matter in seafood supply chains.Apply Codex-aligned hygiene programs, enforce foreign-matter controls (metal detection/X-ray), and use risk-based testing plans matched to destination requirements.
Cold Chain Integrity MediumTemperature excursions during storage or reefer transport can degrade texture and yield after thawing, increase drip loss, and trigger customer claims even when product remains technically safe.Use continuous temperature monitoring, define strict loading/core-temperature criteria, and manage glazing and packaging to reduce dehydration risk.
Sustainability
- Wild stock sustainability and ecosystem variability risk (cephalopod abundance can shift sharply with ocean conditions, affecting supply stability)
- Illegal, unreported and unregulated (IUU) fishing exposure in some squid fisheries and transshipment-linked supply chains, creating market-access and reputational risks (FAO PSMA; EU IUU framework context)
- Bycatch and habitat impacts depending on gear type and fishery management regime
- Carbon footprint concerns for distant-water fleets and long-haul frozen reefer logistics
Labor & Social
- Forced labor and severe labor-rights risk documented in parts of the global fishing sector, particularly in distant-water operations and complex subcontracted crewing models (ILO work-in-fishing standards context)
- Crew welfare concerns linked to long voyages, transshipment, and limited oversight; buyer due diligence increasingly expects vessel-level transparency
- Traceability and documentation integrity risks (catch area, vessel identity, and chain-of-custody) that can trigger customs detentions or delistings
FAQ
What does “frozen squid tubes” mean in international seafood trade?It typically refers to cleaned squid mantle portions prepared as whole “tubes” (rather than rings), then frozen (often IQF or block-frozen) for cold-chain export and downstream use in foodservice or retail.
Which countries are commonly important in global squid trade flows?FAO fisheries statistics and ITC Trade Map commonly show significant roles for South Pacific and South Atlantic origins (e.g., Peru and Argentina) and major processing/trading hubs in Asia and the EU (e.g., China, Viet Nam, Spain), with Spain, Italy, Japan, the United States, and South Korea often appearing among major import destinations.
What is the single biggest supply risk for frozen squid tubes?Supply can be highly volatile because squid availability depends on wild stock dynamics and ocean conditions, so catches and raw material supply can shift quickly and disrupt processors and exporters.
Sources
Frozen Squid Tubes Country Coverage for Suppliers, Export Flows, and Prices
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All country market pages: China, Peru, United States, India, Vietnam, Indonesia, Netherlands, Chile, Thailand, Colombia, Panama, Saudi Arabia, South Africa, Japan, Spain, South Korea, Morocco, Italy, Malaysia, France, Philippines, Finland, Pakistan, Germany, Portugal, Australia, Oman, Sri Lanka, Hong Kong, New Zealand, Greece, Senegal, United Kingdom, Maldives, Denmark, Canada, Uruguay, Belgium, Ecuador, Croatia, Taiwan, Singapore, Tunisia, Albania, Ukraine, Mexico, Switzerland, Myanmar [Burma], Brazil, United Arab Emirates, Slovenia, Austria, Bahrain, Turkiye, Iceland, Egypt, Lithuania, Romania, Estonia, Cyprus, Bulgaria, Russia, Guatemala, Czechia, Israel, Latvia, Macao, Serbia, Poland, Andorra, Armenia, Argentina, Azerbaijan, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Barbados, Bangladesh, Benin, Bermuda, Brunei, Bolivia, Bahamas, Botswana, Belize, Ivory Coast, Costa Rica, Cuba, Djibouti, Dominican Republic, Ethiopia, Fiji, Gabon, Honduras, Hungary, Ireland, Iran, Jamaica, Jordan, Kyrgyzstan, Cambodia, Kuwait, Kazakhstan, Laos, Luxembourg, Moldova, Montenegro, Madagascar, Macedonia, Mongolia, Malta, Mauritius, Mozambique, Namibia, Niger, Nigeria, Nicaragua, Norway, Nepal, Paraguay, Qatar, Sweden, Slovakia, El Salvador, Uzbekistan, Mayotte, Zambia, Zimbabwe
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