Frozen tilapia imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of frozen tilapia by the United States reached $141.0 million in 2024 (53.9 thousand tonnes). That makes it the largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 152 countries. Value rose 62% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 14% a year on average.
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 | $141.0M | 53.9K t |
| 2023 | $86.8M | 41.1K t |
| 2022 | $94.7M | 38.2K t |
| 2021 | $107.4M | 45.0K t |
| 2020 | $70.6M | 38.0K t |
| 2019 | $66.6M | 37.4K t |
| 2018 | $62.8M | 33.2K t |
| 2017 | $55.6M | 31.1K t |
Where the United States imports frozen tilapia from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 55% of the value. Among the main suppliers, Vietnam grew fastest (+482% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $78.2M | 55% |
| Taiwan | $29.4M | 21% |
| Brazil | $14.1M | 10% |
| Vietnam | $11.0M | 7.8% |
| Thailand | $3.6M | 2.6% |
| Colombia | $1.5M | 1.1% |
| Indonesia | $1.1M | 0.8% |
| Egypt | $736K | 0.5% |
| India | $580K | 0.4% |
| Panama | $375K | 0.3% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.62 per kg, 42% above the world average of $1.85. 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 tilapia exports from the United States
Exports of frozen tilapia by the United States reached $1.5 million in 2024 (757 tonnes). Most of it went to Guatemala (47%), Vietnam (10%), Antigua and Barbuda (7%). Among the main buyer markets, Guatemala grew fastest (+776% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Guatemala | $732K | 47% |
| Vietnam | $159K | 10% |
| Antigua and Barbuda | $110K | 7.1% |
| Dominican Republic | $70K | 4.5% |
| Italy | $60K | 3.9% |
| Jamaica | $48K | 3.1% |
| Bahamas | $45K | 2.9% |
| Mexico | $40K | 2.6% |
| Saint Kitts and Nevis | $38K | 2.4% |
| Haiti | $32K | 2.1% |
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 0303.23: Fish: frozen, tilapias (Oreochromis spp.), excluding fillets, fish meat of 0304, and edible fish offal of subheadings 0303.91 to 0303.99.
Common questions
What is the value of frozen tilapia imported by the United States?
The United States imported frozen tilapia worth $141.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 53.9 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 1st of 152 countries worldwide, with 32% of world imports. The value was up 62% on 2023.
Which countries supply frozen tilapia to the United States?
China was the largest supplier with 55% of the value ($78.2 million), followed by Taiwan (21%) and Brazil (10%). The top three together account for 86%, out of 17 supplier countries in total. Vietnam grew fastest among the top ten, up 482% on the year.
What is the average import price of frozen tilapia per kg?
The average declared import value was about $2.62 per kg in 2024, 42% above the world average of $1.85 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 tilapia to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $55.6 million in 2017 to $141.0 million in 2024, an increase of 154%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Monthly and weekly movements since then are in EximDataX.
Does the United States also export frozen tilapia?
Yes. The United States exported $1.5 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Guatemala, Vietnam and Antigua and Barbuda. On balance the United States is a net importer of this product, by about $139.4 million a year.
What is the HS code for frozen tilapia?
The HS code for frozen tilapia is subheading 0303.23. 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 0303 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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