Frozen fish fillets (other) imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
The United Kingdom imported $86.8 million of frozen fish fillets (other) in 2024 (8.5 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 7th largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 197 countries. Value rose 5% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 13% a year on average.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Imports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $86.8M | 8.5K t |
| 2023 | $83.0M | 7.6K t |
| 2022 | $85.6M | 7.9K t |
| 2021 | $69.3M | 6.4K t |
| 2020 | $51.3M | 5.4K t |
| 2019 | $45.3M | 5.1K t |
| 2018 | $47.3M | 4.3K t |
| 2017 | $37.0M | 4.4K t |
Where the United Kingdom imports frozen fish fillets (other) from
One supplier dominates: Turkey accounted for 82% of the value. Among the main suppliers, Myanmar grew fastest (+105% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Turkey | $71.6M | 83% |
| Myanmar | $5.7M | 6.6% |
| China | $1.5M | 1.7% |
| Bangladesh | $1.2M | 1.4% |
| Iceland | $960K | 1.1% |
| United States | $900K | 1% |
| Australia | $762K | 0.9% |
| Indonesia | $678K | 0.8% |
| Vietnam | $670K | 0.8% |
| Spain | $499K | 0.6% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $10.16 per kg, 51% above the world average of $6.74. This usually points to higher-grade or processed goods.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Frozen fish fillets (other) exports from the United Kingdom
The United Kingdom exported $40.5 million of frozen fish fillets (other) in 2024 (7.2 thousand tonnes). Its share of world exports was 2%. One buyer market dominates: Japan accounted for 77% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Sweden grew fastest (+289% on the year before).
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom frozen fish fillets (other) imports (HS 0304.89): companies, dates, quantities and declared values.
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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 0304.89: Fish fillets: frozen, of fish n.e.c. in heading 0304.8.
Common questions
What is the value of frozen fish fillets (other) imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported frozen fish fillets (other) worth $86.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 8.5 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 7th of 197 countries worldwide, with 4% of world imports. The value was up 5% on 2023.
Which countries supply frozen fish fillets (other) to the United Kingdom?
Turkey was the largest supplier with 82% of the value ($71.6 million), followed by Myanmar (7%) and China (2%). The top three together account for 91%, out of 35 supplier countries in total. Bangladesh grew fastest among the top ten, up 109% on the year.
What is the average import price of frozen fish fillets (other) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $10.16 per kg in 2024, 51% above the world average of $6.74 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of frozen fish fillets (other) to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $37.0 million in 2017 to $86.8 million in 2024, an increase of 135%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $63.2 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export frozen fish fillets (other)?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $40.5 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Japan, Sweden and Malaysia. On balance the United Kingdom is a net importer of this product, by about $46.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for frozen fish fillets (other)?
The HS code for frozen fish fillets (other) is subheading 0304.89. It sits in HS chapter 03 (fish and crustaceans, molluscs and other aquatic invertebrates). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 0304 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
The totals here are public statistics; the company-level detail sits in EximDataX, which has a direct customs feed for the United Kingdom. Tell us your product to see it live.
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