Frozen hake fillets exports from the United States: data, top buyers and prices
In 2024, the United States exported frozen hake fillets worth $65.9 million (20.1 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 5th largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 68 countries. That is 25% less than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2023, at $88.4 million.
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 | $65.9M | 20.1K t |
| 2023 | $88.4M | 20.5K t |
| 2022 | $86.7M | 21.3K t |
| 2021 | $68.0M | 19.6K t |
| 2020 | $67.6M | 20.3K t |
| 2019 | $78.5M | 25.7K t |
| 2018 | $64.5M | 23.6K t |
| 2017 | $51.8M | 18.2K t |
Where the United States exports frozen hake fillets to
The largest buyer markets were Italy (33%), Spain (24%), France (11%).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Italy | $22.1M | 34% |
| Spain | $15.8M | 24% |
| France | $7.1M | 11% |
| Netherlands | $6.1M | 9.3% |
| Czech Republic | $5.5M | 8.4% |
| Germany | $3.0M | 4.6% |
| Poland | $2.7M | 4.2% |
| Israel | $1.6M | 2.5% |
| Brazil | $559K | 0.9% |
| South Africa | $424K | 0.6% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $3.28 per kg, 27% below the world average of $4.48, 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.
Frozen hake fillets imports to the United States
The United States imported $41.1 million of frozen hake fillets in 2024 (9.4 thousand tonnes). It ranks 7th of 153 countries for imports of this product. One supplier dominates: Argentina accounted for 57% of the value. Among the main suppliers, Ecuador grew fastest (+618% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Argentina | $23.3M | 57% |
| Chile | $7.3M | 18% |
| Ecuador | $3.2M | 7.7% |
| South Africa | $3.0M | 7.4% |
| New Zealand | $1.6M | 3.9% |
| China | $1.5M | 3.6% |
| Namibia | $851K | 2.1% |
| Spain | $115K | 0.3% |
| Peru | $111K | 0.3% |
| Canada | $108K | 0.3% |
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 0304.74: Fish fillets: frozen, hake (Merluccius spp., Urophycis spp.).
Common questions
What is the value of frozen hake fillets exported by the United States?
The United States exported frozen hake fillets worth $65.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 20.1 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 5th of 68 countries worldwide, with 7% of world exports. The value was down 25% on 2023.
Which countries buy frozen hake fillets from the United States?
Italy was the largest buyer with 33% of the value ($22.1 million), followed by Spain (24%) and France (11%). The top three together account for 68%, out of 26 buyer countries in total.
What is the average export price of frozen hake fillets per kg?
The average declared export value was about $3.28 per kg in 2024, 27% below the world average of $4.48 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 frozen hake fillets from the United States changed since 2017?
Exports went from $51.8 million in 2017 to $65.9 million in 2024, an increase of 27%. The peak was 2023 at $88.4 million. Monthly and weekly movements since then are in EximDataX.
Does the United States also import frozen hake fillets?
Yes. The United States imported $41.1 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Argentina, Chile and Ecuador. On balance the United States is a net exporter of this product, by about $24.8 million a year.
What is the HS code for frozen hake fillets?
The HS code for frozen hake fillets is subheading 0304.74. 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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