Prepared mackerel imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of prepared mackerel by the United States reached $51.3 million in 2024 (12.5 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 2nd largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 211 countries. That is 21% more than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable.
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 | $51.3M | 12.5K t |
| 2023 | $42.2M | 10.4K t |
| 2022 | $58.8M | 14.2K t |
| 2021 | $49.9M | 13.0K t |
| 2020 | $48.4M | 15.2K t |
| 2019 | $43.7M | 12.8K t |
| 2018 | $39.6M | 13.6K t |
| 2017 | $36.5M | 12.7K t |
Where the United States imports prepared mackerel from
Most of the value came from Thailand (30%), Vietnam (15%), China (11%). Among the main suppliers, Morocco grew fastest (+72% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Thailand | $15.4M | 30% |
| Vietnam | $7.6M | 15% |
| China | $5.9M | 12% |
| Poland | $5.5M | 11% |
| Chile | $3.6M | 7.1% |
| Morocco | $3.6M | 7% |
| Japan | $3.6M | 7% |
| Ecuador | $927K | 1.8% |
| South Korea | $834K | 1.6% |
| Indonesia | $600K | 1.2% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $4.11 per kg, close to the world average of $3.57.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Prepared mackerel exports from the United States
In 2024, the United States exported prepared mackerel worth $866 thousand (100 tonnes). Bahamas alone took 53% of it.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Bahamas | $462K | 53% |
| Cayman Isds | $248K | 29% |
| Australia | $38K | 4.3% |
| Bermuda | $29K | 3.4% |
| Samoa | $29K | 3.3% |
| Canada | $20K | 2.3% |
| Cuba | $7K | 0.8% |
| Montserrat | $6K | 0.7% |
| Palau | $6K | 0.7% |
| Barbados | $5K | 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 1604.15: Fish preparations: mackerel, prepared or preserved, whole or in pieces (but not minced).
Common questions
What is the value of prepared mackerel imported by the United States?
The United States imported prepared mackerel worth $51.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 12.5 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 2nd of 211 countries worldwide, with 7% of world imports. The value was up 21% on 2023.
Which countries supply prepared mackerel to the United States?
Thailand was the largest supplier with 30% of the value ($15.4 million), followed by Vietnam (15%) and China (11%). The top three together account for 56%, out of 37 supplier countries in total. Indonesia grew fastest among the top ten, up 92% on the year.
What is the average import price of prepared mackerel per kg?
The average declared import value was about $4.11 per kg in 2024, 15% above the world average of $3.57 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 prepared mackerel to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $36.5 million in 2017 to $51.3 million in 2024, an increase of 40%. The peak was 2022 at $58.8 million. Monthly and weekly movements since then are in EximDataX.
Does the United States also export prepared mackerel?
Yes. The United States exported $866 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the Bahamas, Cayman Isds and Australia. On balance the United States is a net importer of this product, by about $50.4 million a year.
What is the HS code for prepared mackerel?
The HS code for prepared mackerel is subheading 1604.15. It sits in HS chapter 16 (meat, fish, crustaceans, molluscs or other aquatic invertebrates, or insects; preparations thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 1604 page.
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