Seasonality
Seasonal pattern: Not documented
No seasonal price pattern is currently documented for frozen albacore tuna.
Frozen Albacore Tuna Price
Monthly reported customs unit values, not live or executable quotes.
Latest reported price
$3,811 USD/t
As of Jul 2026
HighPrevious 12 months
The latest value is above the typical range of $3,076–$3,249 USD/t.
Frozen Albacore Tuna Price History
Frozen Albacore Tuna Prices by Country
Frozen albacore tuna export unit values are shown in USD/t. Compare the reporting dates as well as the values; product mix and delivery terms can differ between countries.
| Country | Latest · USD/t | YoYYear on year |
|---|---|---|
| Australia | $2,791 Jul 1, 2026 | +18% |
| Canada | $5,919 Jul 1, 2026 | -2.4% |
| Panama | $2,000 Jul 1, 2026 | Not reported |
| Tonga | $2,716 Jul 1, 2026 | +0.0% |
| United States | $4,967 Jul 1, 2026 | +1.9% |
| Indonesia | $3,391 Jun 1, 2026 | +27% |
| Japan | $2,575 Jun 1, 2026 | -6.6% |
| Mauritius | $2,013 Jun 1, 2026 | -1.8% |
| Malaysia | $2,548 Jun 1, 2026 | Not reported |
| Netherlands | $2,867 Jun 1, 2026 | Not reported |
| New Zealand | $3,924 Jun 1, 2026 | Not reported |
| Portugal | $3,122 Jun 1, 2026 | Not reported |
| Spain | $3,455 May 1, 2026 | -44% |
| Fiji | $3,342 May 1, 2026 | Not reported |
| South Africa | $4,156 May 1, 2026 | +2.2% |
| Brazil | $6,109 Apr 1, 2026 | Not reported |
| Romania | $9,361 Apr 1, 2026 | -0.1% |
| Denmark | $15,811 Feb 1, 2026 | Not reported |
| Ecuador | $4,000 Feb 1, 2026 | Not reported |
| Greece | $1,041 Feb 1, 2026 | Not reported |
| France | $2,400 Dec 1, 2025 | Not reported |
| United Kingdom | $3,104 Dec 1, 2025 | Not reported |
| South Korea | $3,650 Dec 1, 2025 | -6.5% |
| Türkiye | $3,388 Dec 1, 2025 | Not reported |
| Cyprus | $3,000 Sep 1, 2025 | Not reported |
| Italy | $5,972 Sep 1, 2025 | Not reported |
| Singapore | $2,009 Sep 1, 2025 | -8.5% |
| Colombia | $1,300 Apr 1, 2025 | Not reported |
| Thailand | $2,246 Apr 1, 2025 | Not reported |
| Peru | $9,507 Mar 1, 2025 | Not reported |
| Saudi Arabia | $6,111 Mar 1, 2025 | Not reported |
| Namibia | $3,119 Jan 1, 2025 | Not reported |
| China | $2,340 Dec 1, 2024 | Not reported |
What shapes frozen albacore tuna prices?
Use these documented market characteristics when comparing periods, countries and supplier quotes.
Frozen Albacore Tuna Price Questions
- What exactly is classified as frozen albacore tuna?
- Frozen albacore tuna refers to the whole fish of the species Thunnus alalunga that has been frozen, excluding fillets, fish meat, and edible offal. It is identified under HS subheading 030341 as a distinct product.
- How should frozen albacore tuna be stored to maintain quality?
- The product should be kept at temperatures below –18 °C throughout transport and storage. Maintaining a continuous cold chain prevents thawing and preserves texture and flavor.
- Can frozen albacore tuna be used directly for industrial processing?
- The HS description excludes specimens intended for industrial processing or preservation, indicating that the commodity is typically sold as whole frozen fish for further handling by the buyer.