Dried salted fish fillets imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
The United States imported $11.2 million of dried salted fish fillets in 2024 (2.4 thousand tonnes). It ranks 4th of 146 countries for imports of this product. That is 54% more than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable.
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 | $11.2M | 2.4K t |
| 2023 | $7.2M | 1.6K t |
| 2022 | $10.4M | 1.9K t |
| 2021 | $7.5M | 1.8K t |
| 2020 | $6.7M | 1.5K t |
| 2019 | $5.8M | 1.3K t |
| 2018 | $6.2M | 1.2K t |
| 2017 | $8.3M | 2.0K t |
Where the United States imports dried salted fish fillets from
Most of the value came from Canada (16%), China (16%), Iceland (10%). Trade is spread widely: the top three suppliers together make up only 43%. Among the main suppliers, Norway grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Canada | $1.8M | 17% |
| China | $1.8M | 16% |
| Iceland | $1.1M | 10% |
| Denmark | $1.0M | 9.3% |
| Turkey | $647K | 5.8% |
| Thailand | $573K | 5.1% |
| Hong Kong | $530K | 4.8% |
| Vietnam | $514K | 4.6% |
| Norway | $485K | 4.4% |
| Spain | $422K | 3.8% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $4.70 per kg, 34% below the world average of $7.12, which often means bulk or lower-grade product.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Dried salted fish fillets exports from the United States
In 2024, the United States exported dried salted fish fillets worth $1.0 million (98 tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. One buyer market dominates: Japan accounted for 80% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Japan grew fastest (+128% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Japan | $834K | 80% |
| Germany | $64K | 6.1% |
| Barbados | $60K | 5.7% |
| Cayman Isds | $59K | 5.6% |
| Singapore | $12K | 1.2% |
| Bahamas | $6K | 0.6% |
| Australia | $6K | 0.5% |
| Bermuda | $5K | 0.5% |
| Guatemala | $1K | 0.1% |
| Canada | $1K | 0.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
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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 0305.39: Fish fillets: dried, salted or in brine, but not smoked, n.e.c. in item no. 0305.3.
Common questions
What is the value of dried salted fish fillets imported by the United States?
The United States imported dried salted fish fillets worth $11.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2.4 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 4th of 146 countries worldwide, with 6% of world imports. The value was up 54% on 2023.
Which countries supply dried salted fish fillets to the United States?
Canada was the largest supplier with 16% of the value ($1.8 million), followed by China (16%) and Iceland (10%). The top three together account for 43%, out of 47 supplier countries in total. Canada grew fastest among the top ten, up 241% on the year.
What is the average import price of dried salted fish fillets per kg?
The average declared import value was about $4.70 per kg in 2024, 34% below the world average of $7.12 per kg. It is total declared value divided by total weight, so it blends every grade and size; use it as a benchmark, not a quote. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
How have imports of dried salted fish fillets to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $8.3 million in 2017 to $11.2 million in 2024, an increase of 35%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Monthly and weekly movements since then are in EximDataX.
Does the United States also export dried salted fish fillets?
Yes. The United States exported $1.0 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Japan, Germany and Barbados. On balance the United States is a net importer of this product, by about $10.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for dried salted fish fillets?
The HS code for dried salted fish fillets is subheading 0305.39. 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 0305 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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