Mackerel

Mackerel is a fresh or chilled fish commodity harvested from the species Scomber scombrus, Scomber australasicus and Scomber japonicus. It is classified as a primary raw seafood product and is sold excluding fillets and edible off‑al.

Prices, specifications and international trade for mackerel under HS 030244.

Mackerel Price

$4,424USD/t

Published reference · Jul 1, 2026

Mackerel Historical Unit Values

Mackerel is quoted in USD/t at DNK. Historical customs values may differ from the headline reference.

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Mackerel Exports and Imports

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Denmark led reported mackerel exports in 2025, at $54.8M.

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Mackerel Facts and HS Code

Mackerel belongs to seafood within protein and dairy. Its customs classification covers HS 030244.

Mackerel HS Code

Product typeRaw
FormFresh
Position in the chainPrimary
CategorySeafood — Protein and dairy
HS codes030244
Quoted inUSD/t
Reference locationDNK

Production & Handling

Processing steps for mackerel include Capture, Evisceration, Cleaning.

Production and Storage

PerishabilityHigh
Temperature regimeChilled
Processing steps
  1. Capture
  2. Evisceration
  3. Cleaning
  4. Chilling

Uses & Risks

Mackerel uses, related products and documented risks.

Mackerel Questions

What defines mackerel as a commodity?
Mackerel refers to the species Scomber scombrus, Scomber australasicus, and Scomber japonicus, supplied fresh or chilled, excluding fillets, fish meat of subheadings 0304, and edible fish offal.
How should fresh or chilled mackerel be stored to maintain quality?
It should be kept refrigerated at 0‑4 °C, protected from cross‑contamination, and the cold chain should be maintained from capture through transport.