Bluefin Tuna

Bluefin Tuna - Thunnus thynnus

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Bluefin Tuna is a key product in global seafood trade, with significant volumes moving every year from Japan to import markets such as Viet Nam. The category includes Thunnus thynnus. Production comes from FAO areas BFT, 21, 27, 37, using Longline, Purse seine, Pole and line, Handline, Trolling line. The main season runs year-round, with peak landings in year-round, which is when availability and price levels are usually most competitive. Commercially, Bluefin Tuna is sold in multiple frozen formats and packagings, including IVP Bulk, IVP Printed Bag, Loose Bulk IQF, Vacuum Bag, with a portfolio of around 0 SKUs covering retail, foodservice and industry specs. Based on recent trade data, export prices for Bluefin Tuna products on this page average around N/A per kg, typically ranging from N/A to N/A depending on origin, size, specification and contract terms.
Active suppliers
68 suppliers
Top Exporter 2024
Top Exporter 2024
Japan
Top Importer 2024
Top Importer 2024
Viet Nam
Active offers
0 live offers
data points 2024
771 import / export d.p
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Items Included

Frozen Bluefin Tuna Portion Skinless PBO Normal trimming Chemical free
Frozen Bluefin Tuna Steak Skin–on PBI Normal trimming Chemical treatment
Frozen Bluefin Tuna Cubes Chemical treatment
Frozen Bluefin Tuna Portion Skin–on PBI Normal trimming Chemical free
Frozen Bluefin Tuna Portion Skinless PBO Well–trimming Chemical free
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Longline

Longline

Purse seine

Purse seine

Pole and line

Pole and line

Handline

Handline

Trolling line

Trolling line

Species distribution

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Thunnus thynnus
100%
Packaging & Formats

How the product ships

All available formats per product for planning logistics and processing.

IVP Bulk

IVP Bulk

IVP Printed Bag

IVP Printed Bag

Loose Bulk IQF

Loose Bulk IQF

Vacuum Bag

Vacuum Bag
Export prices for Bluefin Tuna

Latest reported export values

Real prices for Tilapia by origin and period for budgeting and negotiation.

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Export Markets

Export markets we cover

Country-level price data, live SKUs, leading ports, and regulatory notes for shipping out.

Japan
Bluefin Tuna from Japan
Export price data
170
Import price data
3,650
Average price data
1,910
Live offers
10
February 21, 2025
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Catching Seasons

When supply peaks and dips

Seasonality by species and area to plan buys and contracts.

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FAQs

What is Bluefin Tuna?

Bluefin Tuna refers to traded products within the Thunnus thynnus category, typically sourced across multiple origins and specifications. On this page you’ll find packaging options (IVP Bulk, IVP Printed Bag, Loose Bulk IQF, Vacuum Bag), and sourcing/traceability context (Atlantic, Northwest, Atlantic, Northeast, Mediterranean and Black Sea).

What packaging formats are typical for Bluefin Tuna?

The most common packaging formats for Bluefin Tuna include IVP Bulk, IVP Printed Bag, Loose Bulk IQF, Vacuum Bag. Packaging affects logistics cost, cold-chain handling, storage efficiency, and how buyers position the product (bulk vs. retail-ready).

How is Bluefin Tuna typically caught or harvested?

Common catching/harvesting methods for Bluefin Tuna include Longline, Purse seine, Pole and line, Handline, Trolling line. Catching method can influence sustainability claims, certification eligibility, and buyer acceptance depending on the market.

When is the catching/harvesting season for Bluefin Tuna?

Typical catching/harvesting seasons include May - July. Seasonality may vary by fishing zone and origin, so always interpret seasons alongside the relevant FAO areas (Atlantic, Northwest, Atlantic, Northeast, Mediterranean and Black Sea).

What certificates are common for Bluefin Tuna?

Common certificates associated with Bluefin Tuna include Marine Stewardship Council, Kosher, Halal. Certificate requirements depend on your buyer, destination market, and whether you’re targeting specific retail or foodservice standards.

Can I actually buy Bluefin Tuna at the offered price?

Yes. The prices shown for Bluefin Tuna come from real, live offers and reflect what suppliers are currently willing to sell.

Seafood prices depend on the exact spec (cut, size, packaging, origin, delivery terms). If the spec changes, the price changes. Tracea uses AI to standardize Bluefin Tuna down to the SKU level, so you can clearly see what the price includes and compare offers properly.

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