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Global Frozen Fish Fillet Market 2025

Frozen Fish Fillet Market Size

The global frozen fish fillet market expanded rapidly to $X in 2022, increasing by 11% against the previous year. The market value increased at an average annual rate of +4.0% over the period from 2012 to 2022; the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. As a result, consumption reached the peak level and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Frozen Fish Fillet Production

In value terms, frozen fish fillet production fell to $X in 2022 estimated in export price. Overall, the total production indicated tangible growth from 2012 to 2022: its value increased at an average annual rate of +4.3% over the last decade. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2022 figures, production increased by +5.7% against 2020 indices. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 when the production volume increased by 28%. Over the period under review, global production reached the peak level at $X in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2022, production remained at a lower figure.

Frozen Fish Fillet Exports

Exports

In 2022, shipments abroad of frozen fish fillet increased by 13% to X tons, rising for the second consecutive year after two years of decline. In general, exports saw a relatively flat trend pattern. The global exports peaked at X tons in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2022, the exports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, frozen fish fillet exports surged to $X in 2022. The total export value increased at an average annual rate of +3.9% from 2012 to 2022; the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. As a result, the exports attained the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Exports by Country

In 2022, Vietnam (X tons) and China (X tons) represented the main exporters of frozen fish filletin the world, together amounting to near 45% of total exports. Norway (X tons) held a 4.9% share (based on physical terms) of total exports, which put it in second place, followed by Chile (4.6%). The United States (X tons), the Netherlands (X tons), Russia (X tons), Namibia (X tons), Germany (X tons), Iceland (X tons), Argentina (X tons), Poland (X tons) and Indonesia (X tons) held a little share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2022, the biggest increases were recorded for Russia (with a CAGR of +10.8%), while shipments for the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, the largest frozen fish fillet supplying countries worldwide were China ($X), Vietnam ($X) and Chile ($X), together comprising 43% of global exports. Norway, the Netherlands, Indonesia, Iceland, Poland, Germany, the United States, Namibia, Russia and Argentina lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 32%.

In terms of the main exporting countries, Russia, with a CAGR of +12.6%, recorded the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of exports, over the period under review, while shipments for the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Export Prices by Country

In 2022, the average frozen fish fillet export price amounted to $X per ton, with an increase of 10% against the previous year. Over the last decade, it increased at an average annual rate of +3.2%. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2016 when the average export price increased by 11%. Over the period under review, the average export prices hit record highs in 2022 and is expected to retain growth in the near future.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major exporting countries. In 2022, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Chile ($X per ton), while Argentina ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Indonesia (+6.7%), while the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Frozen Fish Fillet Imports

Imports

Global frozen fish fillet imports expanded significantly to X tons in 2022, with an increase of 5.9% compared with the previous year's figure. Overall, imports saw a relatively flat trend pattern. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2013 with an increase of 6.3% against the previous year. Global imports peaked at X tons in 2019; afterwards, it flattened through to 2022.

In value terms, frozen fish fillet imports surged to $X in 2022. The total import value increased at an average annual rate of +3.4% over the period from 2012 to 2022; the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded in certain years. As a result, imports reached the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Imports by Country

In 2022, the United States (X tons), distantly followed by Germany (X tons), Japan (X tons), China (X tons), France (X tons), Poland (X tons) and the UK (X tons) represented the main importers of frozen fish fillet, together achieving 60% of total imports. Spain (X tons), the Netherlands (X tons), Mexico (X tons), Italy (X tons), Canada (X tons) and Brazil (X tons) followed a long way behind the leaders.

Imports into the United States increased at an average annual rate of +1.1% from 2012 to 2022. At the same time, China (+37.3%), Mexico (+9.1%), Canada (+3.1%), Poland (+2.1%), Italy (+1.3%) and Japan (+1.1%) displayed positive paces of growth. Moreover, China emerged as the fastest-growing importer imported in the world, with a CAGR of +37.3% from 2012-2022. France, the Netherlands, Spain and the UK experienced a relatively flat trend pattern. By contrast, Germany (-1.6%) and Brazil (-7.6%) illustrated a downward trend over the same period. China (+6.5 p.p.) and Mexico (+1.5 p.p.) significantly strengthened its position in terms of the global imports, while Germany and Brazil saw its share reduced by -2.6% and -2.7% from 2012 to 2022, respectively. The shares of the other countries remained relatively stable throughout the analyzed period.

In value terms, the United States ($X) constitutes the largest market for imported frozen fish fillet worldwide, comprising 27% of global imports. The second position in the ranking was held by Japan ($X), with a 12% share of global imports. It was followed by Germany, with a 7.8% share.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of value in the United States totaled +4.5%. In the other countries, the average annual rates were as follows: Japan (+1.0% per year) and Germany (+0.9% per year).

Import Prices by Country

In 2022, the average frozen fish fillet import price amounted to $X per ton, increasing by 15% against the previous year. Over the last decade, it increased at an average annual rate of +2.4%. As a result, import price attained the peak level and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Prices varied noticeably by country of destination: amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Japan ($X per ton), while China ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Spain (+4.3%), while the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

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%.
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 accounting for a further 31%.
In value terms, China remains the largest frozen fish fillet supplier worldwide, comprising 24% of global exports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Norway, with an 8.4% share of global exports. It was followed by Vietnam, with a 7.2% share.
In value terms, the United States, Japan and Germany were the countries with the highest levels of imports in 2021, together accounting for 45% of global imports. France, the UK, the Netherlands, Italy, Poland, Spain, Sweden, China, Mexico and South Korea lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 35%.
The average frozen fish fillet export price stood at $5,640 per ton in 2021, growing by 9.4% against the previous year.
In 2021, the average frozen fish fillet import price amounted to $5,308 per ton, picking up by 2% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the global frozen fish fillet market. 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:

Worldwide - the report contains statistical data for 200 countries and includes detailed profiles of the 50 largest consuming countries:

+ the largest producing countries

Data coverage:

  • Global market volume and value
  • Per Capita consumption
  • Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
  • Global production, split by region and country
  • Global trade (exports and imports)
  • Export and import prices
  • Market trends, drivers and restraints
  • Key market players and their profiles

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This report is designed for manufacturers, distributors, importers, and wholesalers, as well as for investors, consultants and advisors.

In this report, you can find information that helps you to make informed decisions on the following issues:

  1. How to diversify your business and benefit from new market opportunities
  2. How to load your idle production capacity
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  4. How to increase your profit margins
  5. How to make your supply chain more sustainable
  6. How to reduce your production and supply chain costs
  7. How to outsource production to other countries
  8. How to prepare your business for global expansion

While doing this research, we combine the accumulated expertise of our analysts and the capabilities of artificial intelligence. The AI-based platform, developed by our data scientists, constitutes the key working tool for business analysts, empowering them to discover deep insights and ideas from the marketing data.

  1. 1. INTRODUCTION

    Making Data-Driven Decisions to Grow Your Business

    1. REPORT DESCRIPTION
    2. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY AND AI PLATFORM
    3. DATA-DRIVEN DECISIONS FOR YOUR BUSINESS
    4. GLOSSARY AND SPECIFIC TERMS
  2. 2. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

    A Quick Overview of Market Performance

    1. KEY FINDINGS
    2. MARKET TRENDS This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
  3. 3. MARKET OVERVIEW

    Understanding the Current State of The Market and Its Prospects

    1. MARKET SIZE
    2. CONSUMPTION BY COUNTRY
    3. MARKET FORECAST TO 2030
  4. 4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCT

    Finding New Products to Diversify Your Business

    This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
    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. 5. MOST PROMISING SUPPLYING COUNTRIES

    Choosing the Best Countries to Establish Your Sustainable Supply Chain

    This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
    1. TOP COUNTRIES TO SOURCE YOUR PRODUCT
    2. TOP PRODUCING COUNTRIES
    3. TOP EXPORTING COUNTRIES
    4. LOW-COST EXPORTING COUNTRIES
  6. 6. MOST PROMISING OVERSEAS MARKETS

    Choosing the Best Countries to Boost Your Exports

    This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
    1. TOP OVERSEAS MARKETS FOR EXPORTING YOUR PRODUCT
    2. TOP CONSUMING MARKETS
    3. UNSATURATED MARKETS
    4. TOP IMPORTING MARKETS
    5. MOST PROFITABLE MARKETS
  7. 7. GLOBAL PRODUCTION

    The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry

    1. PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE
    2. PRODUCTION BY COUNTRY
  8. 8. GLOBAL IMPORTS

    The Largest Importers on The Market and How They Succeed

    1. IMPORTS FROM 2012–2024
    2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
    3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
  9. 9. GLOBAL EXPORTS

    The Largest Exporters on The Market and How They Succeed

    1. EXPORTS FROM 2012–2024
    2. EXPORTS BY COUNTRY
    3. EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
  10. 10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS

    The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles

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  11. 11. COUNTRY PROFILES

    The Largest Markets And Their Profiles

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    • United States
    • China
    • Japan
    • Germany
    • United Kingdom
    • France
    • Brazil
    • Italy
    • Russian Federation
    • India
    • Canada
    • Australia
    • Republic of Korea
    • Spain
    • Mexico
    • Indonesia
    • Netherlands
    • Turkey
    • Saudi Arabia
    • Switzerland
    • Sweden
    • Nigeria
    • Poland
    • Belgium
    • Argentina
    • Norway
    • Austria
    • Thailand
    • United Arab Emirates
    • Colombia
    • Denmark
    • South Africa
    • Malaysia
    • Israel
    • Singapore
    • Egypt
    • Philippines
    • Finland
    • Chile
    • Ireland
    • Pakistan
    • Greece
    • Portugal
    • Kazakhstan
    • Algeria
    • Czech Republic
    • Qatar
    • Peru
    • Romania
    • Vietnam
  12. 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, By Country, 2018–2024
    5. Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    6. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    7. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    8. Import Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2024
    9. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    10. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    11. Export Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2024
  13. LIST OF FIGURES

    1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
    2. Market Value, 2012–2024
    3. Consumption, By Country, 2024
    4. Market Volume Forecast to 2030
    5. Market Value Forecast to 2030
    6. Products: Market Size And Growth, By Type
    7. Products: Average Per Capita Consumption, By Type
    8. Products: Exports And Growth, By Type
    9. Products: Export Prices And Growth, By Type
    10. Production Volume And Growth
    11. Exports And Growth
    12. Export Prices And Growth
    13. Market Size And Growth
    14. Per Capita Consumption
    15. Imports And Growth
    16. Import Prices
    17. Production, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
    18. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
    19. Production, By Country, 2024
    20. Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    21. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
    22. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
    23. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
    24. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    25. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    26. Import Prices, By Country, 2012–2024
    27. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
    28. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
    29. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
    30. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    31. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    32. Export Prices, 2012–2024

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