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Argentina: Frozen Fish Fillet Market 2025

Frozen Fish Fillet Market Size in Argentina

In 2022, the Argentinian frozen fish fillet market decreased by -25.4% to $X for the first time since 2019, thus ending a two-year rising trend. Overall, consumption showed a deep slump. As a result, consumption reached the peak level of $X. From 2016 to 2022, the growth of the market failed to regain momentum.

Frozen Fish Fillet Production in Argentina

In value terms, frozen fish fillet production reduced modestly to $X in 2022 estimated in export price. Over the period under review, production showed a noticeable decline. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2021 when the production volume increased by 10% against the previous year. Over the period under review, production reached the maximum level at $X in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2022, production remained at a lower figure.

Frozen Fish Fillet Exports

Exports from Argentina

In 2022, approx. X tons of frozen fish fillet were exported from Argentina; increasing by 6% compared with 2021 figures. In general, exports, however, showed a slight decrease. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2019 with an increase of 8.9% against the previous year. The exports peaked at X tons in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2022, the exports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, frozen fish fillet exports surged to $X in 2022. Over the period under review, exports, however, showed a mild slump. Over the period under review, the exports reached the maximum at $X in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2022, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Exports by Country

Brazil (X tons), Spain (X tons) and the United States (X tons) were the main destinations of frozen fish fillet exports from Argentina, together comprising 66% of total exports.

From 2012 to 2022, the biggest increases were recorded for Spain (with a CAGR of +5.9%), while shipments for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, Brazil ($X) remains the key foreign market for frozen fish fillet exports from Argentina, comprising 36% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was held by Spain ($X), with a 17% share of total exports. It was followed by the United States, with a 14% share.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value to Brazil totaled -1.3%. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: Spain (+5.9% per year) and the United States (-1.0% per year).

Export Prices by Country

The average frozen fish fillet export price stood at $X per ton in 2022, picking up by 13% against the previous year. In general, the export price, however, recorded a relatively flat trend pattern. The export price peaked at $X per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, the export prices remained at a lower figure.

Average prices varied somewhat for the major export markets. In 2022, amid the top suppliers, the countries with the highest prices were the United States ($X per ton) and Brazil ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Ukraine ($X per ton) and Russia ($X per ton) were amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Croatia (+1.5%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.

Frozen Fish Fillet Imports

Imports into Argentina

Frozen fish fillet imports into Argentina expanded notably to X tons in 2022, surging by 10% against 2021. In general, imports, however, saw a relatively flat trend pattern. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2020 when imports increased by 197% against the previous year. As a result, imports reached the peak of X tons. From 2021 to 2022, the growth of imports remained at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, frozen fish fillet imports soared to $X in 2022. Over the period under review, imports, however, saw a noticeable contraction. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2013 when imports increased by 108% against the previous year. As a result, imports attained the peak of $X. From 2014 to 2022, the growth of imports remained at a somewhat lower figure.

Imports by Country

In 2022, Vietnam (X tons) constituted the largest frozen fish fillet supplier to Argentina, accounting for a 80% share of total imports. Moreover, frozen fish fillet imports from Vietnam exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, Chile (X tons), fourfold.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume from Vietnam totaled +13.9%.

In value terms, Vietnam ($X) and Chile ($X) were the largest frozen fish fillet suppliers to Argentina.

In terms of the main suppliers, Vietnam, with a CAGR of +18.4%, recorded the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of imports, over the period under review.

Import Prices by Country

The average frozen fish fillet import price stood at $X per ton in 2022, growing by 4.7% against the previous year. Overall, the import price, however, continues to indicate a perceptible setback. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2021 an increase of 36% against the previous year. The import price peaked at $X per ton in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2022, import prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Prices varied noticeably by country of origin: amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Chile ($X per ton), while the price for Vietnam totaled $X per ton.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Chile (+6.6%).

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for frozen fish fillet in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of in 2021 were the United States, Vietnam and Germany, together accounting for 43% of global consumption. China, the UK, Japan, France, Poland, Spain, Italy, Mexico, Russia and Greenland lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 34%.

What are the largest producers of frozen fish fillet in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of in 2021 were Vietnam, China and the United States, with a combined 53% share of global production. Germany, Norway, the UK, Chile, Russia, Greenland, Argentina, Iceland, Namibia and France lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 31%.

What are the leading suppliers of frozen fish fillet to Argentina?

In value terms, Vietnam constituted the largest supplier of frozen fish fillet to Argentina, comprising 59% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Chile, with a 21% share of total imports. It was followed by Brazil, with a 12% share.

What are the leading importers of frozen fish fillet from Argentina?

In value terms, Brazil remains the key foreign market for frozen fish fillet exports from Argentina, comprising 33% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Spain, with a 15% share of total exports. It was followed by the United States, with a 14% share.

What is the average export price for frozen fish fillet in Argentina?

In 2021, the average frozen fish fillet export price amounted to $3,409 per ton, rising by 20% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for frozen fish fillet in Argentina?

The average frozen fish fillet import price stood at $6,561 per ton in 2021, jumping by 29% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the frozen fish fillet market in Argentina. Within it, you will discover the latest data on market trends and opportunities by country, consumption, production and price developments, as well as the global trade (imports and exports). The forecast exhibits the market prospects through 2030.

Product coverage:

Prodcom 10201400 - Frozen fish fillets

Country coverage:

Argentina

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Market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Trade (exports and imports) in Argentina
Export and import prices
Market trends, drivers and restraints
Key market players and their profiles

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1. INTRODUCTION

Making Data-Driven Decisions to Grow Your Business
1. REPORT DESCRIPTION
2. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY AND AI PLATFORM
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A Quick Overview of Market Performance
1. KEY FINDINGS
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3. MARKET OVERVIEW

Understanding the Current State of The Market and Its Prospects
1. MARKET SIZE
2. MARKET STRUCTURE
3. TRADE BALANCE
4. PER CAPITA CONSUMPTION
5. MARKET FORECAST TO 2030
4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCT

Finding New Products to Diversify Your Business
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1. TOP PRODUCTS TO DIVERSIFY YOUR BUSINESS
2. BEST-SELLING PRODUCTS
3. MOST CONSUMED PRODUCT
4. MOST TRADED PRODUCT
5. MOST PROFITABLE PRODUCT FOR EXPORT
5. MOST PROMISING SUPPLYING COUNTRIES

Choosing the Best Countries to Establish Your Sustainable Supply Chain
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1. TOP COUNTRIES TO SOURCE YOUR PRODUCT
2. TOP PRODUCING COUNTRIES
3. TOP EXPORTING COUNTRIES
4. LOW-COST EXPORTING COUNTRIES
6. MOST PROMISING OVERSEAS MARKETS

Choosing the Best Countries to Boost Your Exports
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1. TOP OVERSEAS MARKETS FOR EXPORTING YOUR PRODUCT
2. TOP CONSUMING MARKETS
3. UNSATURATED MARKETS
4. TOP IMPORTING MARKETS
5. MOST PROFITABLE MARKETS
7. PRODUCTION

The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry
1. PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE
8. IMPORTS
The Largest Import Supplying Countries
1. IMPORTS FROM 2012–2024
2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
9. EXPORTS
The Largest Destinations for Exports
1. EXPORTS FROM 2012–2024
2. EXPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS

The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles
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LIST OF TABLES
1. Key Findings In 2024
2. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
3. Market Value, 2012–2024
4. Per Capita Consumption In 2012-2024
5. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
6. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
7. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2024
8. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
9. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
10. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2024
LIST OF FIGURES
1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
2. Market Value, 2012–2024
3. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012-2024
4. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012-2024
5. Trade Balance, In Physical Terms, 2012-2024
6. Trade Balance, In Value Terms, 2012-2024
7. Per Capita Consumption, 2012-2024
8. Market Volume Forecast to 2030
9. Market Value Forecast to 2030
10. Products: Market Size And Growth, By Type
11. Products: Average Per Capita Consumption, By Type
12. Products: Exports And Growth, By Type
13. Products: Export Prices And Growth, By Type
14. Production Volume And Growth
15. Exports And Growth
16. Export Prices And Growth
17. Market Size And Growth
18. Per Capita Consumption
19. Imports And Growth
20. Import Prices
21. Production, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
22. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
23. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
24. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
25. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
26. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
27. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
28. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2024
29. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
30. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
31. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
32. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
33. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
34. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2024