Sun-dried Snakehead Suppliers, Trade & Prices — Market Overview 2026
Parent Product
Dried Snakehead
HS Code
160419
Last Updated
2026-08-04
Key takeaways for search and sourcing teams
- Sun-dried Snakehead market coverage spans 131 countries.
- 39 exporter companies and 121 importer companies are indexed in the global supply chain intelligence network for this product.
- 2 supplier- and manufacturer-linked transactions are summarized across the top 1 countries.
- 0 premium suppliers & manufacturers and 0 catalog items are currently listed.
- Wholesale sample entries: 1; farmgate sample entries: 0.
- Latest reference year in this page dataset is 2026.
- Page data last updated on 2026-08-04.
Global Supplier & Manufacturer Transactions, Export Activity, and Price Benchmarks for Sun-dried Snakehead
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Sun-dried Snakehead Country YoY Change in Supplier Transactions and Export Momentum
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Top YoY shifts for Sun-dried Snakehead: Vietnam (-3.1%).
Sun-dried Snakehead Country-Level Supplier Transaction and Unit Price Summary
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| Country | YoY Change | Transaction Count | 2025-09 | 2025-10 | 2025-11 | 2025-12 | 2026-01 | 2026-02 | 2026-03 | 2026-04 | 2026-05 | 2026-06 | 2026-07 | 2026-08 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vietnam | -3.1% | 2 | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) |
Sun-dried Snakehead Global Supply Chain Coverage
160 companies
39 exporters and 121 importers are mapped for Sun-dried Snakehead.
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Sun-dried Snakehead Export Supplier & Manufacturer Intelligence, Trade Flows, and Price Signals
39 exporter companies are mapped in Tridge Supply Chain Intelligence for Sun-dried Snakehead. Exporters and importers can use company profiles and analytics to evaluate supplier coverage, trading activity, and route opportunities.
Sun-dried Snakehead Top Exporters, Manufacturers, and Supplier Profiles
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(Vietnam)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-07-04
Industries: Food Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: Food Manufacturing
Exporting Countries: China
Supplying Products: Dried Snakehead, Sun-dried Snakehead
(Vietnam)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-07-04
Industries: Fishing AquacultureFood ManufacturingFood Packaging
Value Chain Roles: Distribution / WholesaleFarming / Production / Processing / PackingFood Manufacturing
Exporting Countries: China, Vietnam
Supplying Products: Dried Snakehead, Dried Sea Bass, Sun-dried Snakehead
(Vietnam)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-07-04
Employee Size: 11 - 50 Employees
Industries: Others
Value Chain Roles: Logistics
Exporting Countries: United States, Vietnam
Supplying Products: Flavored Roasted Corn Snacks, Dried Common Shrimp and Prawn, Dried Tea Leaves +4
(Thailand)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-07-04
Industries: Fishing AquacultureFood ManufacturingFood PackagingOthers
Value Chain Roles: Farming / Production / Processing / PackingOthersTrade
Exporting Countries: United States
Supplying Products: Frozen Tilapia, Dried Rice Noodles, Dried Snakehead +5
(Vietnam)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-07-04
Industries: Fishing AquacultureFood Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: Trade
Exporting Countries: Japan, Vietnam
Supplying Products: Dried Stingray, Dried Flying Fish, Dried Snakehead +5
(Vietnam)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-07-04
Industries: Others
Value Chain Roles: Logistics
Exporting Countries: United States, Vietnam
Supplying Products: Dried Squid, Dried Gourami, Ground Coffee +5
Sun-dried Snakehead Global Exporter Coverage
39 companies
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Top Exporting Countries for Sun-dried Snakehead (HS Code 160419) in 2024
For Sun-dried Snakehead in 2024, compare export volume and value across the top 10 supplier countries to map core supply structure.
| Rank | Country | Volume | Value |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Germany | 64,281,161 kg | 281,055,106.633 USD |
| 2 | Poland | 51,136,181.267 kg | 242,197,747 USD |
| 3 | Netherlands | 24,033,220.84 kg | 163,796,025.632 USD |
| 4 | Denmark | 17,774,441.122 kg | 126,973,616.482 USD |
| 5 | Thailand | 16,848,185.736 kg | 75,985,390.25 USD |
| 6 | United Kingdom | 11,549,384.688 kg | 58,701,092.869 USD |
| 7 | Canada | 7,333,600 kg | 53,127,134.216 USD |
| 8 | Spain | 9,223,510.338 kg | 52,804,788.201 USD |
| 9 | Malaysia | 6,196,167.98 kg | 37,384,278.812 USD |
| 10 | Chile | 12,119,173.545 kg | 36,674,945.798 USD |
Sun-dried Snakehead Export Trade Flow and Partner Country Summary
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Sun-dried Snakehead Import Buyer Intelligence, Demand Signals, and Price Benchmarks
121 importer companies are mapped for Sun-dried Snakehead demand intelligence. Use Supply Chain Intelligence company profiles and analytics to prioritize buyers, distributors, and downstream demand partners by market.
Sun-dried Snakehead Top Buyers, Importers, and Demand Partners
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(Vietnam)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-07-04
Industries: Others
Value Chain Roles: -
(United States)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-07-04
Industries: Others
Value Chain Roles: -
(Vietnam)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-07-04
Industries: Others
Value Chain Roles: -
(United States)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-07-04
Industries: Others
Value Chain Roles: -
(United States)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-07-04
Industries: Food WholesalersOthers
Value Chain Roles: -
(United States)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-07-04
Industries: Brokers And Trade AgenciesFood Wholesalers
Value Chain Roles: -
Global Importer Coverage
121 companies
Importer company count highlights the current depth of demand-side visibility for Sun-dried Snakehead.
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Top Import Demand Countries for Sun-dried Snakehead (HS Code 160419) in 2024
For Sun-dried Snakehead in 2024, compare import volume and value across the top 10 demand countries to identify priority markets.
| Rank | Country | Volume | Value |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Japan | 91,990,405 kg | 452,656,478.941 USD |
| 2 | Germany | 39,951,734.39 kg | 191,367,123.174 USD |
| 3 | Italy | 35,941,030 kg | 175,209,961.376 USD |
| 4 | United Kingdom | 28,086,399 kg | 154,447,634.139 USD |
| 5 | United States | 28,143,174 kg | 142,557,181 USD |
| 6 | South Korea | 16,841,594.918 kg | 101,028,177 USD |
| 7 | Spain | 9,520,742.835 kg | 69,296,921.396 USD |
| 8 | Australia | 9,910,097.97 kg | 63,158,203.672 USD |
| 9 | Netherlands | 9,922,035.976 kg | 60,723,786.498 USD |
| 10 | Denmark | 10,458,381.38 kg | 59,836,115.933 USD |
Sun-dried Snakehead Import Trade Flow and Origin Country Summary
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Global Wholesale Supplier Price Trends by Country for Sun-dried Snakehead
Sun-dried Snakehead Monthly Wholesale Supplier Price Summary by Country
Monthly Sun-dried Snakehead wholesale unit-price benchmarks by country for export and sourcing decisions.
In 2026-02, countries with visible Sun-dried Snakehead wholesale unit prices: Thailand (5.56 USD / kg).
| Country | 2025-09 | 2025-10 | 2025-11 | 2025-12 | 2026-01 | 2026-02 | 2026-03 | 2026-04 | 2026-05 | 2026-06 | 2026-07 | 2026-08 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thailand | 5.42 USD / kg | 5.36 USD / kg | 5.40 USD / kg | 5.52 USD / kg | 5.57 USD / kg | 5.56 USD / kg |
Sun-dried Snakehead Wholesale Price Competitiveness by Major Exporting Countries
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| Rank | Country | Average | Lower | Upper | YoY |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Thailand | 5.41 USD / kg | 5.17 USD / kg | 5.60 USD / kg | +5.5% |
Latest Sun-dried Snakehead Wholesale Export Price Updates
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| Date | Entry Name | Unit Price (USD) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-08-01 | Sun****** ********* **** * | 5.24 USD / kg |
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Classification
Product TypeProcessed Food
Product FormDried
Industry PositionProcessed Seafood Product
Market
Sun-dried snakehead is a dried freshwater fish product typically derived from snakehead species (Channa spp.) and marketed as a shelf-stable seafood item. Production and primary consumption are most strongly associated with South and Southeast Asia, where snakeheads are widely distributed and farmed, and where traditional fish processing (including drying and salting) is part of local food systems. International trade, when present, is usually recorded within broader dried/salted fish customs headings (HS 0305); species-specific identification is often less visible in trade statistics than it is in fisheries/aquaculture datasets. Global market dynamics are shaped by small-to-medium scale processing, weather-dependent sun-drying conditions, and strict importing-market food safety and labeling compliance expectations for dried fish products.
Major Producing Countries
- ThailandFAO documents snakehead (Channa striatus) aquaculture and notes processed forms (including salted/dried) as part of the marketing context.
- BangladeshFAO aquaculture materials include snakeheads (e.g., Channa spp.) among pond-cultured species in Bangladesh.
- VietnamWithin the documented distribution and regional food-fish importance of Channa striata in South/Southeast Asia; production is typically discussed in fisheries/aquaculture sources more than in product-specific trade sources.
- MalaysiaIncluded in regional importance context for Channa striata as a food fish in parts of Southeast Asia.
- ChinaSouthern China is within the documented distribution range for Channa striata.
- PakistanWestern part of the documented distribution range for Channa striata in Asia.
Specification
Major VarietiesChanna spp. (snakeheads) — species group used in trade descriptions, Channa striata (striped snakehead), Channa punctata, Channa marulius
Physical Attributes
- Dried whole, split, or filleted presentation; visual cleanliness (absence of extraneous matter) is a common buyer requirement
- Firm flesh characteristics are cited for Channa striata in species references
- Susceptible to surface discoloration, cracking, and brittleness if overdried; susceptible to mold if moisture is too high
Compositional Metrics
- Final moisture control (and related water activity control) is central to dried fish safety and shelf stability
- Salt level may be specified when salting/brining is used prior to drying
Packaging
- Food-grade, moisture-barrier packaging to reduce humidity uptake during storage and transport
- Secondary cartons for export distribution; packaging hygiene and integrity are emphasized in fishery product codes of practice
ProcessingDehydration (sun-drying) is weather-sensitive; drying rate depends on fish size, cut style, stacking/loading, and airflowQuality is sensitive to post-dry moisture reabsorption during humid storage and transit
Supply Chain
Value Chain
- Harvest (aquaculture or capture) -> receiving -> cleaning/evisceration -> splitting/filleting -> optional salting/brining -> sun-drying (dehydration) -> sorting/conditioning -> packaging -> ambient distribution with humidity control -> wholesale/retail
Demand Drivers
- Shelf-stable protein/ingredient demand in cuisines that use dried fish as a flavor base or cooking component
- Diaspora market demand for traditional dried seafood products where import compliance can be met
- Lower cold-chain dependence compared with chilled/frozen fish, increasing relevance in markets with limited refrigeration logistics
Temperature
- Typically shipped and stored ambient, but quality depends on avoiding heat combined with humidity that accelerates spoilage, oxidation, and mold risk
- Moisture control (dry storage) is often more critical than low temperature for dried fish stability
Atmosphere Control
- Vacuum or high-barrier sealed packaging can help limit oxygen-driven rancidity and reduce moisture ingress during long-distance distribution
Shelf Life
- Shelf life is primarily driven by final dryness, salt (if used), packaging barrier performance, and storage humidity; inadequate drying or humid storage can rapidly reduce stability via mold and off-odors
Risks
Food Safety HighDried fish products can fail import controls if hygiene, drying control, and post-dry storage are inadequate, leading to microbial contamination and/or mold growth after moisture reabsorption. Border rejections, recalls, or destruction risk is material because importing markets typically require documented preventive controls and traceability for fishery products.Implement HACCP-based controls covering raw material handling, sanitation, drying end-point verification, pest control, and moisture-barrier packaging; verify with routine microbiological and moisture testing aligned to buyer and regulatory requirements.
Climate MediumSun-drying is sensitive to rainfall, humidity, and extreme weather, which can disrupt drying schedules and reduce consistency in final moisture outcomes, increasing spoilage and quality-claims risk during trade.Use covered/raised drying infrastructure, humidity monitoring, and (where feasible) hybrid mechanical drying capacity to stabilize production during wet seasons.
Regulatory Compliance MediumTrade reporting and import clearance can be complicated by product-form differences (whole vs. fillet), species naming (Channa spp. vs. specific species), and classification within HS 0305 subheadings. Mislabeling or misclassification increases the likelihood of documentation disputes and border delays.Standardize product descriptions (species and cut form), align HS declaration to the shipped form (e.g., fillets vs. other), and maintain consistent labeling and origin/lot traceability documentation.
Storage And Pests MediumDried fish is vulnerable to insect infestation and odor/oxidation defects, particularly when packaging is not moisture/oxygen resistant or when stored in warm, humid environments during distribution.Use sealed high-barrier packaging, maintain dry storage conditions, and apply integrated pest management in warehouses and distribution points.
Sustainability
- Freshwater aquaculture impacts (water use, effluent management, and feed inputs) in regions where snakeheads are farmed
- Food loss and waste risk from inadequate drying and moisture reabsorption during humid storage/transport
FAQ
Which HS heading is typically used for dried snakehead products in international trade data?Dried fish products are generally classified under HS heading 0305 (fish, dried, salted or in brine; smoked fish). Where the product is traded as dried/salted fish fillets that include snakeheads (Channa spp.), the HS 2012 structure includes subheading 030531 for those fillets.
What are the main quality and safety failure points for sun-dried snakehead in export trade?The most common failure points are inadequate hygiene during handling and drying, an insufficient drying end-point (leading to instability), and moisture reabsorption during humid storage that can drive mold and off-odors. These issues can trigger border holds or rejections because importing markets often expect preventive controls and traceability for fishery products.
How is sun-dried snakehead typically manufactured at a high level?A common process flow is receiving whole fish, cleaning and evisceration, splitting or filleting, optional salting/brining, controlled sun-drying to a stable end-point, sorting, and packaging in moisture-barrier materials to protect the product during storage and distribution.
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Sun-dried Snakehead Country Coverage for Suppliers, Manufacturers, Export Flows, and Prices
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All country market pages: Japan, Vietnam, China, South Korea, Germany, Singapore, Poland, Thailand, Malaysia, Netherlands, Spain, Denmark, United States, France, India, Italy, Canada, Saudi Arabia, United Kingdom, Myanmar [Burma], Portugal, Jamaica, Hong Kong, Indonesia, Uganda, Australia, Tanzania, Estonia, Sweden, Switzerland, Belgium, Chile, Austria, Ecuador, Kenya, Sri Lanka, Ukraine, Ireland, Kazakhstan, Colombia, Maldives, Norway, South Africa, Finland, Lithuania, Czechia, El Salvador, Romania, Senegal, Panama, Greece, United Arab Emirates, Hungary, Macao, Israel, Iceland, New Zealand, Zambia, Croatia, Mauritius, Pakistan, Latvia, Oman, Andorra, Albania, Armenia, Argentina, Azerbaijan, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Barbados, Burkina Faso, Bulgaria, Bahrain, Burundi, Benin, Bermuda, Brunei, Bolivia, Brazil, Bahamas, Botswana, Belize, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Ivory Coast, Costa Rica, Cuba, Cyprus, Dominican Republic, Egypt, Ethiopia, Fiji, Gabon, Guatemala, Honduras, Iran, Jordan, Kyrgyzstan, Cambodia, Kuwait, Laos, Liberia, Lesotho, Luxembourg, Morocco, Moldova, Montenegro, Madagascar, Macedonia, Mongolia, Malta, Malawi, Mexico, Mozambique, Namibia, Niger, Nigeria, Nicaragua, Nepal, Peru, Philippines, Qatar, Serbia, Slovenia, Slovakia, Swaziland, Tunisia, Turkiye, Uruguay, Uzbekistan, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, Zimbabwe
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