Frozen catfish fillets imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United States imported frozen catfish fillets worth $380.1 million (117.5 thousand tonnes). It ranks 1st of 168 countries for imports of this product. That is 27% more than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2022, at $616.1 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 | $380.1M | 117.5K t |
| 2023 | $300.5M | 84.5K t |
| 2022 | $616.1M | 137.1K t |
| 2021 | $390.5M | 114.2K t |
| 2020 | $274.0M | 88.4K t |
| 2019 | $333.0M | 89.8K t |
| 2018 | $572.1M | 127.9K t |
| 2017 | $395.5M | 110.3K t |
Where the United States imports frozen catfish fillets from
Vietnam alone supplied 95% of it.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Vietnam | $361.7M | 95% |
| China | $17.6M | 4.6% |
| Ecuador | $679K | 0.2% |
| Chile | $121K | 0% |
| Brazil | $32K | 0% |
| Latvia | $6K | 0% |
| Angola | $0K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $3.24 per kg, 30% above the world average of $2.50. 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 catfish fillets exports from the United States
In 2024, the United States exported frozen catfish fillets worth $506 thousand (105 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Turks and Caicos Isds (34%), Canada (12%), Germany (9%). Among the main buyer markets, El Salvador grew fastest (+213% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Turks and Caicos Isds | $172K | 34% |
| Canada | $63K | 12% |
| Germany | $47K | 9.3% |
| Bermuda | $34K | 6.7% |
| Barbados | $33K | 6.6% |
| Cayman Isds | $23K | 4.5% |
| Saint Kitts and Nevis | $23K | 4.5% |
| United Arab Emirates | $19K | 3.8% |
| Dominican Republic | $15K | 3.1% |
| El Salvador | $14K | 2.8% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
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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 0304.62: Fish fillets: frozen, catfish (Pangasius spp., Silurus spp., Clarias spp., Ictalurus spp.).
Common questions
What is the value of frozen catfish fillets imported by the United States?
The United States imported frozen catfish fillets worth $380.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 117.5 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 1st of 168 countries worldwide, with 28% of world imports. The value was up 27% on 2023.
Which countries supply frozen catfish fillets to the United States?
Vietnam was the largest supplier with 95% of the value ($361.7 million), followed by China (5%) and Ecuador (0%). The top three together account for 100%, out of 7 supplier countries in total. Ecuador grew fastest among the top ten, up 102% on the year.
What is the average import price of frozen catfish fillets per kg?
The average declared import value was about $3.24 per kg in 2024, 30% above the world average of $2.50 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 frozen catfish fillets to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $395.5 million in 2017 to $380.1 million in 2024, a fall of 4%. The peak was 2022 at $616.1 million. Monthly and weekly movements since then are in EximDataX.
Does the United States also export frozen catfish fillets?
Yes. The United States exported $506 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Turks and Caicos Isds, Canada and Germany. On balance the United States is a net importer of this product, by about $379.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for frozen catfish fillets?
The HS code for frozen catfish fillets is subheading 0304.62. 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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