Which species are covered by the fresh bluefin tuna commodity?

It includes Atlantic bluefin tuna (Thunnus thynnus) and Pacific bluefin tuna (Thunnus orientalis) that are fresh or chilled, but excludes fillets, fish meat of subheading 0304, and edible off‑al.

What parts of the fish are included in this commodity definition?

The definition covers the whole fish (fresh or chilled) while specifically excluding fillets, fish meat classified under subheading 0304, and edible off‑al covered by subheadings 0302.91‑0302.99.

How should fresh bluefin tuna be stored to preserve its quality?

Keep the fish chilled close to 0 °C throughout handling and transport, maintain an uninterrupted cold chain, and store on ice or in refrigerated conditions to prevent spoilage.

Fresh Bluefin Tuna

Fresh bluefin tuna is a raw seafood product consisting of whole Atlantic or Pacific bluefin tuna that is sold fresh or chilled. It is harvested directly from the ocean and presented without filleting or further processing.

Prices, specifications and international trade for fresh bluefin tuna under HS 030235.

Fresh Bluefin Tuna Price

$14,743USD/t

Published reference · Jul 1, 2026

Fresh Bluefin Tuna Historical Unit Values

Fresh bluefin tuna is quoted in USD/t at ESP. Historical customs values may differ from the headline reference.

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Fresh Bluefin Tuna Exports and Imports

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Spain led reported fresh bluefin tuna exports in 2025, at $108M.

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Fresh Bluefin Tuna Facts and HS Code

Fresh bluefin tuna belongs to seafood within protein and dairy. Its customs classification covers HS 030235.

Fresh Bluefin Tuna HS Code

Product type	Raw
Form	Fresh
Position in the chain	Primary
Category	Seafood — Protein and dairy
HS codes	030235
Quoted in	USD/t
Reference location	ESP

Production & Handling

Processing steps for fresh bluefin tuna include Catching, Icing, Chilled transport.

Production and Storage

Perishability	High
Temperature regime	Chilled
Processing steps	Catching Icing Chilled transport

Uses & Risks

Fresh bluefin tuna uses, related products and documented risks.

Sourcing risks

Risk	Category	Severity	Mitigation
Temperature abuse LogisticsHigh Fresh bluefin tuna must be kept at proper chilled temperatures from catch through transport; any break in the cold chain can cause rapid bacterial growth and quality loss.	Logistics	High	Maintain continuous refrigerated transport, monitor temperatures with data loggers, and enforce rapid handling procedures at ports.

Fresh Bluefin Tuna Questions

Which species are covered by the fresh bluefin tuna commodity?: It includes Atlantic bluefin tuna (Thunnus thynnus) and Pacific bluefin tuna (Thunnus orientalis) that are fresh or chilled, but excludes fillets, fish meat of subheading 0304, and edible off‑al.
What parts of the fish are included in this commodity definition?: The definition covers the whole fish (fresh or chilled) while specifically excluding fillets, fish meat classified under subheading 0304, and edible off‑al covered by subheadings 0302.91‑0302.99.
How should fresh bluefin tuna be stored to preserve its quality?: Keep the fish chilled close to 0 °C throughout handling and transport, maintain an uninterrupted cold chain, and store on ice or in refrigerated conditions to prevent spoilage.