Smoked fish (other) trade by country: top importers, exporters and prices
World trade in smoked fish (other) was worth $178.1 million in 2024, about 37.2 thousand tonnes. That is a fall of 6% since 2017, and down 2% on 2023.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
World trade by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $178.1M | 37.2K t |
| 2023 | $181.2M | 50.9K t |
| 2022 | $167.9M | 29.9K t |
| 2021 | $165.2M | 35.7K t |
| 2020 | $174.4M | 51.9K t |
| 2019 | $167.0M | 48.7K t |
| 2018 | $188.0M | 47.3K t |
| 2017 | $190.3M | 48.9K t |
Top smoked fish (other) exporting countries
Exports are led by Poland (17%), Indonesia (13%) and China (11%). 118 countries reported exports, and the top three account for 41%.
| Exporter | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Poland | $30.3M | 17% |
| Indonesia | $23.5M | 13% |
| China | $19.8M | 11% |
| Netherlands | $17.3M | 9.7% |
| Germany | $9.3M | 5.2% |
| Lithuania | $8.7M | 4.9% |
| Denmark | $6.8M | 3.9% |
| Philippines | $6.6M | 3.7% |
| Spain | $6.1M | 3.4% |
| Vietnam | $5.7M | 3.2% |
| Thailand | $5.6M | 3.2% |
| Japan | $3.7M | 2.1% |
Top importing countries and buyer markets
Germany is the biggest buyer with 15% of world imports, ahead of Japan and the United Kingdom. Demand is spread widely: the top three take 37% across 170 importing countries.
| Importer | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $27.0M | 15% |
| Japan | $22.5M | 13% |
| United Kingdom | $17.1M | 9.6% |
| South Korea | $14.6M | 8.2% |
| France | $9.1M | 5.1% |
| Belgium | $8.3M | 4.7% |
| Romania | $6.3M | 3.5% |
| Canada | $6.3M | 3.5% |
| United States | $6.2M | 3.5% |
| Italy | $6.0M | 3.4% |
| Austria | $5.8M | 3.3% |
| Australia | $3.8M | 2.2% |
Average price per kg
The world average declared value was about $4.79 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, Germany averaged $10.61 per kg and Denmark $4.11 per kg, so grade and origin matter.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments worldwide. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
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Source: CEPII BACI (reconciled UN Comtrade data), HS 2017 edition, release 202601, Etalab Open Licence 2.0. Annual values in US dollars at the customs border; quantities in tonnes where reported. HS 0305.49: Fish: smoked, whether or not cooked before or during smoking, n.e.c. in item no. 0305.4, includes fillets, but excludes edible fish offal. HS 0305 codes.
Common questions
Which countries export the most smoked fish (other)?
Poland exported $30.3 million in 2024, 17% of the world total, followed by Indonesia (13%) and China (11%). In all, 118 countries reported exports of this product. The full ranking and map are on this page.
Which countries import the most smoked fish (other)?
Germany imported $27.0 million in 2024, 15% of world imports, ahead of Japan (13%) and the United Kingdom (10%). The top three importers together take 37%. Each country with its own page is linked from the table.
How big is the world trade in smoked fish (other)?
It was worth $178.1 million in 2024, about 37.2 thousand tonnes. That is a fall of 6% since 2017. The peak year was 2017 at $190.3 million. 118 countries reported exports and 170 reported imports.
What is the average price of smoked fish (other) per kg?
The world average declared value was about $4.79 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, Germany averaged $10.61 per kg and Denmark $4.11 per kg, so grade and origin matter. It is total declared value divided by total weight, so treat it as a benchmark, not a quote.
What is the HS code for smoked fish (other)?
The HS code for smoked fish (other) is subheading 0305.49, in chapter 03 (fish and crustaceans, molluscs and other aquatic invertebrates). Customs uses this code worldwide at the six-digit level; national tariffs add more digits. The full list of codes is on the HS 0305 page.
How can I find smoked fish (other) buyers and suppliers?
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