Pomfret

Pomfret - Pampus argenteus, Parastromateus niger

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Pomfret is a key product in global seafood trade, with significant volumes moving every year from Indonesia to import markets such as China. The category includes Pampus argenteus, Parastromateus niger. Production comes from FAO areas SIP, 51, 57, 71, POB, using Gillnet, Handline, Pond farming, Sea cage, Trawling. The main season runs year-round, with peak landings in year-round, which is when availability and price levels are usually most competitive. Commercially, Pomfret is sold in multiple frozen formats and packagings, including Loose Bulk IQF, IVP Bulk, IVP Printed Bag, IWP, 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 Pomfret 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
514 suppliers
Top Exporter 2024
Top Exporter 2024
Indonesia
Top Importer 2024
Top Importer 2024
China
Active offers
0 live offers
data points 2024
11,512 import / export d.p
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Items Included

Frozen Pomfret Portion Skinless PBO Normal trimming Chemical free
Frozen Pomfret Steak Skin–on PBI Normal trimming Chemical treatment
Frozen Pomfret Portion Skin–on PBI Normal trimming Chemical free
Frozen Pomfret Portion Skinless PBO Well–trimming Chemical free
Frozen Pomfret Portion Skinless PBO Chemical treatment
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Gillnet

Gillnet

Handline

Handline

Pond farming

Pond farming

Sea cage

Sea cage

Trawling

Trawling

Species distribution

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

Pampus argenteus
50%
Parastromateus niger
20%
Packaging & Formats

How the product ships

All available formats per product for planning logistics and processing.

Loose Bulk IQF

Loose Bulk IQF

IVP Bulk

IVP Bulk

IVP Printed Bag

IVP Printed Bag

IWP

IWP

Printed Bag

Printed Bag

Rider Bag

Rider Bag
Export prices for Pomfret

Latest reported export values

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

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Argentina
Bangladesh
China
India
Indonesia
Japan
Myanmar
Oman
Pakistan
Taiwan, Province of China
Thailand
Uruguay
Viet Nam
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Average Custom Price:
$ 0.00 /kg
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$ 0.00 /kg
Difference in price:
-0.0% cheaper
Export Markets

Export markets we cover

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

Viet Nam
Pomfret from Viet Nam
Export price data
1,633
Import price data
37
Average price data
835
Live offers
10
May 20, 2025
Hong Kong
Pomfret from Hong Kong
Export price data
5,689
Import price data
2
Average price data
2,846
Live offers
10
May 19, 2025
United Arab Emirates
Pomfret from United Arab Emirates
Export price data
3,364
Import price data
0
Average price data
1,682
Live offers
10
February 15, 2025
Open Market
Import Markets

Import markets we serve

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

China
Pomfret in China
Export price data
1,906
Import price data
421
Average price data
1,164
Live offers
10
January 29, 2025
Hong Kong
Pomfret in Hong Kong
Export price data
1,705
Import price data
0
Average price data
853
Live offers
10
March 2, 2022
Open Market
Catching Seasons

When supply peaks and dips

Seasonality by species and area to plan buys and contracts.

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Season
High season
Pampus argenteus
JAN
FEB
MAR
APR
MAY
JUN
JUL
AUG
SEP
OCT
NOV
DEC
Parastromateus niger
JAN
FEB
MAR
APR
MAY
JUN
JUL
AUG
SEP
OCT
NOV
DEC

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FAQs

What is Pomfret?

Pomfret refers to traded products within the Pampus argenteus, Parastromateus niger category, typically sourced across multiple origins and specifications. On this page you’ll find packaging options (Loose Bulk IQF, IVP Bulk, IVP Printed Bag, IWP, Printed Bag, Rider Bag), and sourcing/traceability context (Indian Ocean, Western, Indian Ocean, Eastern, Pacific, Western Central, Indian Ocean, Western, Indian Ocean, Eastern, Pacific, Western Central).

What packaging formats are typical for Pomfret?

The most common packaging formats for Pomfret include Loose Bulk IQF, IVP Bulk, IVP Printed Bag, IWP, 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 Pomfret typically caught or harvested?

Common catching/harvesting methods for Pomfret include Gillnet, Handline, Pond farming, Sea cage, Trawling. Catching method can influence sustainability claims, certification eligibility, and buyer acceptance depending on the market.

When is the catching/harvesting season for Pomfret?

Typical catching/harvesting seasons include October - January, January - December. Seasonality may vary by fishing zone and origin, so always interpret seasons alongside the relevant FAO areas (Indian Ocean, Western, Indian Ocean, Eastern, Pacific, Western Central, Indian Ocean, Western, Indian Ocean, Eastern, Pacific, Western Central).

What certificates are common for Pomfret?

Common certificates associated with Pomfret include Best Aquaculture Practices, EU Organic, USDA Organic, GLOBALG.A.P. Aquaculture, Halal, Kosher, Marine Stewardship Council. Certificate requirements depend on your buyer, destination market, and whether you’re targeting specific retail or foodservice standards.

Can I actually buy Pomfret at the offered price?

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

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