Frozen Whole Filefish Suppliers, Trade & Prices — Market Overview 2026
Parent Product
Frozen Filefish
HS Code
030389
Last Updated
2026-09-01
Key takeaways for search and sourcing teams
- Frozen Whole Filefish market coverage spans 131 countries.
- 30 exporter companies and 24 importer companies are indexed in the global supply chain intelligence network for this product.
- 6 supplier-linked transactions are summarized across the top 2 countries.
- Latest reference year in this page dataset is 2024.
- Page data last updated on 2026-09-01.
Global Supplier Transactions, Export Activity, and Price Benchmarks for Frozen Whole Filefish
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Frozen Whole Filefish Country YoY Change in Supplier Transactions and Export Momentum
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Top YoY shifts for Frozen Whole Filefish: Japan (-10.2%), China (+4.5%).
Frozen Whole Filefish Country-Level Supplier Transaction and Unit Price Summary
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In 2026-01, countries with visible Frozen Whole Filefish transaction unit prices: China (2.77 USD / kg).
Frozen Whole Filefish Global Supply Chain Coverage
54 companies
30 exporters and 24 importers are mapped for Frozen Whole Filefish.
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Frozen Whole Filefish Export Supplier Intelligence, Trade Flows, and Price Signals
30 exporter companies are mapped in Tridge Supply Chain Intelligence for Frozen Whole Filefish. Exporters and importers can use company profiles and analytics to evaluate supplier coverage, trading activity, and route opportunities.
Frozen Whole Filefish Top Exporters and Supplier Profiles
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(Singapore)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-08-01
Employee Size: 11 - 50 Employees
Industries: Others
Value Chain Roles: Distribution / WholesaleTrade
Exporting Countries: Vietnam
Supplying Products: Frozen Filefish, Frozen Whole Filefish
(Singapore)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-08-01
Industries: Food WholesalersOthers
Value Chain Roles: Distribution / WholesaleTrade
Exporting Countries: Vietnam
Supplying Products: Frozen Filefish, Frozen Whole Filefish
(Taiwan)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-08-01
Industries: Fishing AquacultureFood Wholesalers
Value Chain Roles: Distribution / WholesaleTrade
Exporting Countries: Vietnam
Supplying Products: Frozen Filefish, Frozen Whole Filefish
(United States)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-08-01
Employee Size: Over 1000 Employees
Sales Revenue: USD Over 1B
Industries: Food Packaging
Value Chain Roles: Food ManufacturingOthers
Exporting Countries: Vietnam
Supplying Products: Frozen Filefish, Frozen Mackerel, Frozen Whole Filefish
(Oman)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-08-01
Industries: Fishing AquacultureFood ManufacturingFood Packaging
Value Chain Roles: Distribution / WholesaleFarming / Production / Processing / PackingFood Manufacturing
Exporting Countries: Vietnam
Supplying Products: Frozen Cuttlefish, Frozen Filefish, Frozen Whole Filefish
(United States)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-04-28
Industries: Food ManufacturingFood Wholesalers
Value Chain Roles: Distribution / WholesaleTrade
Exporting Countries: South Korea
Supplying Products: Frozen Sea Bream, Frozen Filefish, Fresh Sea Bream +1
Frozen Whole Filefish Global Exporter Coverage
30 companies
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Top Exporting Countries for Frozen Whole Filefish (HS Code 030389) in 2024
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| 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 Whole Filefish Export Trade Flow and Partner Country Summary
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Frozen Whole Filefish Import Buyer Intelligence, Demand Signals, and Price Benchmarks
24 importer companies are mapped for Frozen Whole Filefish demand intelligence. Use Supply Chain Intelligence company profiles and analytics to prioritize buyers, distributors, and downstream demand partners by market.
Frozen Whole Filefish Top Buyers, Importers, and Demand Partners
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(Vietnam)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-08-01
Industries: Beverage ManufacturingFishing AquacultureFood ManufacturingFood Packaging
Value Chain Roles: Spain, United Arab Emirates, Vietnam, Mexico, Israel, Hong Kong, Philippines, Curacao, United States
(South Korea)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-08-01
Industries: Animal ProductionFood ManufacturingOthers
Value Chain Roles: -
(South Korea)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-08-01
Industries: Food ManufacturingFood Services And Drinking Places
Value Chain Roles: -
(China)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-08-01
Industries: Fishing AquacultureFood ManufacturingOthers
Value Chain Roles: -
(South Korea)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-08-01
Employee Size: Over 1000 Employees
Sales Revenue: USD Over 1B
Industries: Beverage ManufacturingFood ManufacturingFood Services And Drinking Places
Value Chain Roles: -
(Vietnam)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-08-01
Employee Size: 101 - 500 Employees
Sales Revenue: USD 5M - 10M
Industries: Food ManufacturingFood Packaging
Value Chain Roles: United States, Romania, Canada, Netherlands, Spain, Philippines, Taiwan
Global Importer Coverage
24 companies
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Top Import Demand Countries for Frozen Whole Filefish (HS Code 030389) in 2024
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| 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 Whole Filefish Import Trade Flow and Origin Country Summary
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Classification
Product TypeRaw Material
Product FormFrozen
Industry PositionPrimary Aquatic Product
Raw Material
Commodity GroupMarine finfish (seafood)
Scientific NameMonacanthidae (filefishes/leatherjackets) — species varies by origin and market
PerishabilityHigh
Growing Conditions
- Marine habitats; some species are reef-associated and occur in shallow coastal waters (species-dependent)
Main VarietiesAluterus spp. (e.g., unicorn/scrawled filefish), Thamnaconus spp. (leatherjackets), Monacanthus spp. (filefishes)
Consumption Forms
- Frozen whole fish for cooking after thawing
- Further processing into portions/fillets after thawing (processor-dependent)
Grading Factors
- Presentation (uneviscerated vs eviscerated; head-on vs headless)
- Size/weight count and visual condition (skin damage, bruising, broken fins)
- Degree of dehydration/freezer burn and oxidation
- Temperature compliance and evidence of thaw-refreeze
- Odor and flesh condition upon controlled thaw inspection
Market
Frozen whole filefish refers to whole finfish products from the filefish family (Monacanthidae) traded in a frozen state, typically as headed and/or eviscerated presentations. In customs classification, this product is generally captured under HS heading 0303 (frozen fish, excluding fish fillets and other fish meat of heading 0304), while species-level visibility in global trade statistics is often limited. Market access and continuity depend heavily on frozen cold-chain integrity (commonly -18°C or colder) and on regulatory scrutiny linked to illegal, unreported and unregulated (IUU) fishing. Product naming and specifications can vary by destination-market common names and by allowable presentation/labeling requirements for whole frozen finfish.
Market GrowthNot Mentioned
Specification
Physical Attributes
- Whole fish presentation (commonly uneviscerated or eviscerated; head-on or headless), with labeling typically indicating whether eviscerated and head-on/headless where applicable
- Filefish (Monacanthidae) are laterally compressed with characteristically rough, sandpapery skin; skinning practices vary by market and processor
Packaging
- Frozen distribution packaging designed to minimize dehydration and oxidation (e.g., protective inner packaging and outer cartons), with glazing used in some supply chains as an ice protective layer
- For glazed products, net contents declarations commonly exclude glaze (ice) where Codex-aligned practices apply
ProcessingQuick-freezing is commonly referenced in Codex-aligned standards for frozen whole finfish, including reaching -18°C or colder at the thermal center after thermal stabilization and maintaining deep-frozen conditions through distributionGlazing and moisture-loss control are important to reduce dehydration/freezer burn in storage and transit
Supply Chain
Value Chain
- Harvest/catch (wild capture) or farm harvest (where applicable) -> landing/receiving -> washing and sorting -> optional heading/gutting (evisceration) -> quick freezing -> optional glazing -> packaging -> frozen storage -> reefer transport -> import cold store -> wholesale/processing -> retail/foodservice
Temperature
- Deep-frozen cold chain is critical; Codex-aligned labeling and storage instructions commonly specify storage at -18°C or colder for quick-frozen whole finfish
- Avoid thaw-refreeze cycles to reduce quality loss (dehydration/freezer burn) and food-safety risks
Shelf Life
- Quality is sensitive to dehydration (freezer burn) and oxidation if packaging/glazing and frozen storage conditions are inadequate or temperature fluctuates
Risks
Illegal, Unreported and Unregulated Fishing HighWild-caught frozen whole fish supply chains can be disrupted by IUU-related enforcement actions, port-entry controls, and buyer due-diligence requirements; these measures can block product derived from IUU fishing from reaching national and international markets.Implement end-to-end traceability and documentary controls (vessel/landing documentation, chain-of-custody records), prioritize suppliers operating under effective monitoring and port-state controls, and align procurement with IUU-risk screening.
Cold Chain Integrity MediumTemperature abuse in handling, storage, or reefer transport can cause dehydration/freezer burn and quality loss, and can elevate food-safety risk if partial thawing occurs.Use continuous temperature monitoring, enforce -18°C-or-colder storage expectations through contracts/specs, and verify packaging/glazing adequacy to reduce dehydration.
Food Safety MediumWhole frozen finfish can present hazards that require HACCP-based control (e.g., parasite concerns, contamination from handling/evisceration, and sanitation failures), with market access dependent on verified hygienic processing and handling practices.Apply Codex-aligned prerequisite programs and HACCP controls at receiving, evisceration, freezing, and packing steps; verify sanitation and product temperature performance.
Sustainability
- Illegal, unreported and unregulated (IUU) fishing risk and associated traceability/compliance scrutiny for wild-caught supply chains
- Fisheries stock status and overfishing pressures (species- and region-dependent) influencing availability and reputational risk
- Climate-driven shifts in marine ecosystems affecting distribution and catch variability
Labor & Social
- Forced labour and human trafficking risks documented in parts of the commercial fishing sector, creating due-diligence and reputational exposure
- Occupational safety and welfare risks for fishers addressed through international labor standards (e.g., ILO Work in Fishing Convention, 2007 (No. 188))
FAQ
What temperature should frozen whole finfish be stored at for international trade?Codex guidance for quick-frozen whole finfish commonly requires that products be stored at -18°C or colder and kept deep frozen throughout transportation, storage, and distribution.
What does “quick frozen” mean in Codex terms for whole finfish?Codex describes quick freezing as a process where the temperature range of maximum crystallization is passed quickly, and the product reaches -18°C or colder at the thermal center after thermal stabilization.
If frozen whole fish is glazed, how is net content typically declared?Under Codex-aligned labeling practices for quick-frozen finfish, the declared net contents for glazed products are commonly exclusive of the glaze (ice layer).
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Frozen Whole Filefish Country Coverage for Suppliers, Export Flows, and Prices
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All country market pages: Indonesia, Canada, Myanmar [Burma], Malaysia, Ivory Coast, Morocco, Hong Kong, Senegal, Portugal, Brazil, United Kingdom, Italy, New Zealand, Egypt, France, Oman, Pakistan, Ukraine, Mauritius, Turkiye, Germany, Uruguay, South Africa, Iceland, Jamaica, United Arab Emirates, Ecuador, Singapore, Gabon, Benin, Mexico, Colombia, Jordan, Australia, Denmark, Kazakhstan, Poland, Saudi Arabia, Sweden, Lithuania, Burkina Faso, Estonia, Dominican Republic, Peru, Greece, Panama, Kuwait, Madagascar, Bulgaria, Sri Lanka, Liberia, Austria, Belgium, Nicaragua, Croatia, Bolivia, Andorra, Albania, Armenia, Argentina, Azerbaijan, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Barbados, Bahrain, Burundi, Bermuda, Brunei, Bahamas, Botswana, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Switzerland, Costa Rica, Cuba, Cyprus, Czechia, Ethiopia, Finland, Fiji, Gambia, Guatemala, Hungary, Ireland, Israel, Iran, Kenya, Kyrgyzstan, Cambodia, Laos, Lesotho, Luxembourg, Latvia, Moldova, Montenegro, Macedonia, Mongolia, Macao, Malta, Maldives, Mozambique, Namibia, Niger, Nepal, Philippines, Paraguay, Qatar, Romania, Serbia, Slovenia, Slovakia, Swaziland, Togo, Tunisia, Taiwan, Tanzania, Uganda, Uzbekistan, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, Zambia, Zimbabwe
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