Seasonality
Seasonal pattern: Not documented
No seasonal price pattern is currently documented for fresh skipjack tuna.
Fresh Skipjack Tuna Price
Monthly reported customs unit values, not live or executable quotes.
Latest reported price
$9,294 USD/t
As of Jun 2026
NormalPrevious 12 months
The latest value is within the typical range of $4,226–$11,517 USD/t.
Fresh Skipjack Tuna Price History
Fresh Skipjack Tuna Prices by Country
Fresh skipjack 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Netherlands | $14,464 Jun 1, 2026 | Not reported |
| United States | $2,116 Jun 1, 2026 | Not reported |
| Spain | $5,940 May 1, 2026 | +13% |
| Greece | $3,512 May 1, 2026 | Not reported |
| Philippines | $4,842 May 1, 2026 | +7.3% |
| Portugal | $10,258 May 1, 2026 | -29% |
| France | $6,292 Dec 1, 2025 | -0.9% |
| Italy | $8,904 Nov 1, 2025 | +1.8% |
| Côte d’Ivoire | $1,596 Oct 1, 2025 | Not reported |
| Malaysia | $474 Oct 1, 2025 | +1.9% |
| Croatia | $2,097 Sep 1, 2025 | Not reported |
| Colombia | $220 Aug 1, 2025 | Not reported |
| South Korea | $1,563 Aug 1, 2025 | Not reported |
| Malta | $5,929 May 1, 2025 | Not reported |
| Türkiye | $1,689 May 1, 2025 | Not reported |
| Barbados | $13,166 Apr 1, 2025 | Not reported |
| Peru | $234 Apr 1, 2025 | Not reported |
| South Africa | $2,213 Feb 1, 2025 | Not reported |
| Ecuador | $200 Nov 1, 2024 | Not reported |
| India | $1,223 Oct 1, 2024 | Not reported |
| Ghana | $1,190 Aug 1, 2024 | Not reported |
What shapes fresh skipjack tuna prices?
Use these documented market characteristics when comparing periods, countries and supplier quotes.
Fresh Skipjack Tuna Price Questions
- What exactly is classified as fresh skipjack tuna?
- Fresh skipjack tuna refers to the whole fish, fresh or chilled, of the species Katsuwonus pelamis (stripe‑bellied bonito), excluding fillets, other fish meat of heading 0304, and edible fish offal. It is identified under HS code 030233 as a distinct product separate from other tuna species.
- What quality characteristics should buyers look for in fresh skipjack tuna?
- Buyers should expect a whole, intact fish with firm flesh, a fresh or chilled condition, and no visible off‑cuts or offal. The product should be free from filleting or processing, matching the definition that excludes fillets and other fish meat.
- How should fresh skipjack tuna be stored to maintain quality?
- Fresh skipjack tuna must be kept chilled or on ice throughout handling and transport. Maintaining a continuous cold chain prevents spoilage and preserves the fish’s texture and flavor.