Pacific Mackerel

Pacific Mackerel - Scomber japonicus

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Pacific Mackerel is a key product in global seafood trade, with significant volumes moving every year from Viet Nam to import markets such as Japan. The category includes Scomber japonicus. Production comes from FAO areas MAS, 61, 67, 71, 77, using Purse seine, Trawling, Gillnet, 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, Pacific Mackerel is sold in multiple frozen formats and packagings, including Naked Block, Loose Bulk IQF, Printed Bag, Rider Bag, with a portfolio of around 0 SKUs covering retail, foodservice and industry specs. Based on recent trade data, export prices for Pacific Mackerel 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
420 suppliers
Top Exporter 2024
Top Exporter 2024
Viet Nam
Top Importer 2024
Top Importer 2024
Japan
Active offers
0 live offers
data points 2024
5,373 import / export d.p
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Items Included

Frozen Pacific Mackerel Portion Skinless PBO Normal trimming Chemical free
Frozen Pacific Mackerel Steak Skin–on PBI Normal trimming Chemical treatment
Frozen Pacific Mackerel Portion Skin–on PBI Normal trimming Chemical free
Frozen Pacific Mackerel Portion Skinless PBO Well–trimming Chemical free
Frozen Pacific Mackerel WR
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Purse seine

Purse seine

Trawling

Trawling

Gillnet

Gillnet

Handline

Handline

Trolling line

Trolling line

Species distribution

Disambiguates products to avoid mix-ups across markets and languages.

Scomber japonicus
100%
Packaging & Formats

How the product ships

All available formats per product for planning logistics and processing.

Naked Block

Naked Block

Loose Bulk IQF

Loose Bulk IQF

Printed Bag

Printed Bag

Rider Bag

Rider Bag
Export prices for Pacific Mackerel

Latest reported export values

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

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Argentina
Australia
China
Colombia
Costa Rica
Cyprus
Denmark
Ecuador
France
Germany
Iceland
India
Indonesia
Ireland
Japan
Korea, Republic of
Malaysia
Mexico
Netherlands
Norway
Philippines
South Africa
Spain
Taiwan, Province of China
Thailand
United Arab Emirates
United Kingdom
United States of America
Uruguay
Viet Nam
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Export Markets

Export markets we cover

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

Viet Nam
Pacific Mackerel from Viet Nam
Export price data
1,239
Import price data
140
Average price data
690
Live offers
10
January 31, 2026
Japan
Pacific Mackerel from Japan
Export price data
7,681
Import price data
6,694
Average price data
7,188
Live offers
10
January 28, 2026
China
Pacific Mackerel from China
Export price data
145
Import price data
4,827
Average price data
2,486
Live offers
10
May 20, 2025
Open Market
Import Markets

Import markets we serve

Destinations buying now — demand signals, duties at a glance, and recommended lanes.

China
Pacific Mackerel in China
Export price data
78
Import price data
1,064
Average price data
571
Live offers
10
February 19, 2026
Japan
Pacific Mackerel in Japan
Export price data
1,929
Import price data
1,585
Average price data
1,757
Live offers
10
January 30, 2026
Open Market
Catching Seasons

When supply peaks and dips

Seasonality by species and area to plan buys and contracts.

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FAQs

What is Pacific Mackerel?

Pacific Mackerel refers to traded products within the Scomber japonicus category, typically sourced across multiple origins and specifications. On this page you’ll find packaging options (Naked Block, Loose Bulk IQF, Printed Bag, Rider Bag), and sourcing/traceability context (Pacific, Northwest, Pacific, Northeast, Pacific, Western Central, Pacific, Eastern Central).

What packaging formats are typical for Pacific Mackerel?

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

How is Pacific Mackerel typically caught or harvested?

Common catching/harvesting methods for Pacific Mackerel include Purse seine, Trawling, Gillnet, 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 Pacific Mackerel?

Typical catching/harvesting seasons include April - February. Seasonality may vary by fishing zone and origin, so always interpret seasons alongside the relevant FAO areas (Pacific, Northwest, Pacific, Northeast, Pacific, Western Central, Pacific, Eastern Central).

What certificates are common for Pacific Mackerel?

Common certificates associated with Pacific Mackerel 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 Pacific Mackerel at the offered price?

Yes. The prices shown for Pacific Mackerel 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 Pacific Mackerel down to the SKU level, so you can clearly see what the price includes and compare offers properly.

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