Frozen tilapia fillets imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United States imported frozen tilapia fillets worth $111.8 million (14.7 thousand tonnes). That makes it the largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 146 countries. That is 27% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 18% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2017, at $441.6 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 | $111.8M | 14.7K t |
| 2023 | $88.3M | 11.6K t |
| 2022 | $113.3M | 15.2K t |
| 2021 | $102.9M | 15.9K t |
| 2020 | $102.5M | 17.7K t |
| 2019 | $210.7M | 46.8K t |
| 2018 | $251.8M | 61.8K t |
| 2017 | $441.6M | 113.2K t |
Where the United States imports frozen tilapia fillets from
Indonesia alone supplied 61% of it. Among the main suppliers, Vietnam grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Indonesia | $68.0M | 61% |
| China | $10.9M | 9.7% |
| Taiwan | $10.7M | 9.6% |
| Honduras | $7.0M | 6.3% |
| Vietnam | $4.5M | 4.1% |
| Malaysia | $4.1M | 3.6% |
| Peru | $2.5M | 2.2% |
| Colombia | $1.8M | 1.6% |
| Canada | $722K | 0.7% |
| Mexico | $547K | 0.5% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $7.61 per kg, 68% above the world average of $4.54. 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 fillets exports from the United States
Exports of frozen tilapia fillets by the United States reached $6.9 million in 2024 (1.6 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 7th largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 69 countries. The largest buyer markets were Canada (29%), Israel (22%), South Korea (16%). Among the main buyer markets, Canada grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Canada | $2.0M | 29% |
| Israel | $1.5M | 22% |
| South Korea | $1.1M | 17% |
| Dominican Republic | $468K | 6.7% |
| Nicaragua | $255K | 3.7% |
| Guatemala | $244K | 3.5% |
| Japan | $215K | 3.1% |
| China | $206K | 3% |
| Aruba | $136K | 2% |
| Jamaica | $117K | 1.7% |
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 0304.61: Fish fillets: frozen, tilapias (Oreochromis spp.).
Common questions
What is the value of frozen tilapia fillets imported by the United States?
The United States imported frozen tilapia fillets worth $111.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 14.7 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 1st of 146 countries worldwide, with 24% of world imports. The value was up 27% on 2023.
Which countries supply frozen tilapia fillets to the United States?
Indonesia was the largest supplier with 61% of the value ($68.0 million), followed by China (10%) and Taiwan (10%). The top three together account for 80%, out of 19 supplier countries in total. Canada grew fastest among the top ten, up 126% on the year.
What is the average import price of frozen tilapia fillets per kg?
The average declared import value was about $7.61 per kg in 2024, 68% above the world average of $4.54 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 fillets to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $441.6 million in 2017 to $111.8 million in 2024, a fall of 75%. The peak was 2017 at $441.6 million. Monthly and weekly movements since then are in EximDataX.
Does the United States also export frozen tilapia fillets?
Yes. The United States exported $6.9 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Canada, Israel and South Korea. On balance the United States is a net importer of this product, by about $104.8 million a year.
What is the HS code for frozen tilapia fillets?
The HS code for frozen tilapia fillets is subheading 0304.61. 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.
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