Fresh flat fish fillets imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of fresh flat fish fillets by the United States reached $11.6 million in 2024 (453 tonnes). It ranks 4th of 77 countries for imports of this product. That is 11% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 8% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2017, at $21.5 million.
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 | $11.6M | 453 t |
| 2023 | $10.5M | 459 t |
| 2022 | $14.2M | 1.0K t |
| 2021 | $15.3M | 1.2K t |
| 2020 | $12.6M | 643 t |
| 2019 | $12.9M | 679 t |
| 2018 | $14.7M | 1.0K t |
| 2017 | $21.5M | 2.0K t |
Where the United States imports fresh flat fish fillets from
One supplier dominates: Canada accounted for 81% of the value.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Canada | $9.3M | 81% |
| Iceland | $2.0M | 17% |
| South Korea | $133K | 1.2% |
| Netherlands | $28K | 0.2% |
| China | $25K | 0.2% |
| Spain | $22K | 0.2% |
| Sri Lanka | $20K | 0.2% |
| Maldives | $17K | 0.1% |
| Norway | $4K | 0% |
| Japan | $3K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $25.52 per kg, 98% above the world average of $12.88. 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 flat fish fillets exports from the United States
The United States exported $1.6 million of fresh flat fish fillets in 2024 (164 tonnes). It ranks 8th of 50 countries for exports of this product. Canada alone took 81% of it. Among the main buyer markets, Panama grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Canada | $1.3M | 81% |
| Panama | $160K | 10% |
| Czech Republic | $54K | 3.4% |
| Switzerland | $54K | 3.4% |
| Australia | $23K | 1.4% |
| Bermuda | $10K | 0.6% |
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 0304.43: Fish fillets: fresh or chilled, flat fish (Pleuronectidae, Bothidae, Cynoglossidae, Soleidae, Scophthalmidae and Citharidae).
Common questions
What is the value of fresh flat fish fillets imported by the United States?
The United States imported fresh flat fish fillets worth $11.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 453 tonnes. That ranks it 4th of 77 countries worldwide, with 16% of world imports. The value was up 11% on 2023.
Which countries supply fresh flat fish fillets to the United States?
Canada was the largest supplier with 81% of the value ($9.3 million), followed by Iceland (17%) and South Korea (1%). The top three together account for 99%, out of 10 supplier countries in total. Spain grew fastest among the top ten, up 103% on the year.
What is the average import price of fresh flat fish fillets per kg?
The average declared import value was about $25.52 per kg in 2024, 98% above the world average of $12.88 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 fresh flat fish fillets to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $21.5 million in 2017 to $11.6 million in 2024, a fall of 46%. The peak was 2017 at $21.5 million. Monthly and weekly movements since then are in EximDataX.
Does the United States also export fresh flat fish fillets?
Yes. The United States exported $1.6 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Canada, Panama and the Czech Republic. On balance the United States is a net importer of this product, by about $10.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for fresh flat fish fillets?
The HS code for fresh flat fish fillets is subheading 0304.43. 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?
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