Fresh fish (other species) exports from the United States: data, top buyers and prices
Exports of fresh fish (other species) by the United States reached $2.8 million in 2024 (390 tonnes). That makes it the 9th largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 79 countries. Value rose 12% on 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Exports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $2.8M | 390 t |
| 2023 | $2.5M | 296 t |
| 2022 | $2.2M | 302 t |
| 2021 | $2.1M | 305 t |
| 2020 | $1.9M | 261 t |
| 2019 | $2.1M | 369 t |
| 2018 | $2.6M | 441 t |
| 2017 | $2.7M | 471 t |
Where the United States exports fresh fish (other species) to
One buyer market dominates: Canada accounted for 78% of the value.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Canada | $2.2M | 78% |
| Cayman Isds | $514K | 18% |
| Bermuda | $95K | 3.4% |
| Taiwan | $5K | 0.2% |
| Bahamas | $4K | 0.1% |
| Venezuela | $3K | 0.1% |
| Uganda | $0K | 0% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $7.25 per kg, 504% above the world average of $1.20. 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.
Fresh fish (other species) imports to the United States
In 2024, the United States imported fresh fish (other species) worth $1.1 million (112 tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. The largest suppliers were Australia (44%), Japan (35%), Mexico (8%). Among the main suppliers, Ecuador grew fastest (+448% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Australia | $479K | 44% |
| Japan | $380K | 35% |
| Mexico | $83K | 7.6% |
| Ecuador | $65K | 6% |
| India | $30K | 2.7% |
| Panama | $19K | 1.7% |
| Brazil | $17K | 1.6% |
| South Korea | $7K | 0.6% |
| Vietnam | $5K | 0.5% |
| Turkey | $2K | 0.2% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
Public statistics stop at country totals and the last published year. EximDataX shows the shipment records underneath: the companies, dates, quantities and declared values, updated weekly.
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Updated weekly on EximDataX (some markets daily), while public statistics stop at 2024.
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 0302.49: Fish: fresh or chilled, n.e.c. in item no. 0302.4, excluding fillets, fish meat of 0304, and edible fish offal of subheadings 0302.91 to 0302.99.
Common questions
What is the value of fresh fish (other species) exported by the United States?
The United States exported fresh fish (other species) worth $2.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 390 tonnes. That ranks it 9th of 79 countries worldwide, with 3% of world exports. The value was up 12% on 2023.
Which countries buy fresh fish (other species) from the United States?
Canada was the largest buyer with 78% of the value ($2.2 million), followed by Cayman Isds (18%) and Bermuda (3%). The top three together account for 100%, out of 7 buyer countries in total. Bermuda grew fastest among the top ten, up 60% on the year.
What is the average export price of fresh fish (other species) per kg?
The average declared export value was about $7.25 per kg in 2024, 504% above the world average of $1.20 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 exports of fresh fish (other species) from the United States changed since 2017?
Exports went from $2.7 million in 2017 to $2.8 million in 2024, an increase of 4%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Monthly and weekly movements since then are in EximDataX.
Does the United States also import fresh fish (other species)?
Yes. The United States imported $1.1 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Australia, Japan and Mexico. On balance the United States is a net exporter of this product, by about $1.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for fresh fish (other species)?
The HS code for fresh fish (other species) is subheading 0302.49. 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 0302 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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