Seasonality
Seasonal pattern: Not documented
No seasonal price pattern is currently documented for frozen saithe (coalfish).
Frozen Saithe (coalfish) Price
Monthly reported customs unit values, not live or executable quotes.
Latest reported price
$3,632 USD/t
As of Jul 2026
NormalPrevious 12 months
The latest value is within the typical range of $3,544–$4,290 USD/t.
Frozen Saithe (coalfish) Price History
Frozen Saithe (coalfish) Prices by Country
Frozen saithe (coalfish) 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Canada | $3,253 Jul 1, 2026 | Not reported |
| Iceland | $4,994 Jul 1, 2026 | +102% |
| Norway | $3,588 Jul 1, 2026 | +50% |
| Denmark | $8,103 Jun 1, 2026 | +105% |
| Faroe Islands | $3,558 Jun 1, 2026 | -17% |
| Netherlands | $4,286 Jun 1, 2026 | -0.7% |
| Poland | $2,420 Jun 1, 2026 | -31% |
| Portugal | $10,533 Jun 1, 2026 | Not reported |
| Sweden | $5,682 Jun 1, 2026 | +64% |
| Latvia | $3,583 Mar 1, 2026 | Not reported |
| Philippines | $2,714 Mar 1, 2026 | Not reported |
| Czechia | $9,282 Feb 1, 2026 | Not reported |
| Lithuania | $1,005 Feb 1, 2026 | Not reported |
| Germany | $4,461 Jan 1, 2026 | Not reported |
| United Kingdom | $1,987 Dec 1, 2025 | Not reported |
| Spain | $2,968 Sep 1, 2025 | Not reported |
| Belgium | $8,661 Jul 1, 2025 | Not reported |
| Brazil | $8,895 Jul 1, 2025 | Not reported |
| Greece | $2,331 Mar 1, 2025 | Not reported |
| United States | $1,124 Feb 1, 2025 | Not reported |
What shapes frozen saithe (coalfish) prices?
Use these documented market characteristics when comparing periods, countries and supplier quotes.
Frozen Saithe (coalfish) Price Questions
- What is the exact definition of frozen saithe (coalfish)?
- Frozen saithe (coalfish) refers to the whole fish of Pollachius virens that has been frozen, excluding fillets, livers, roes and other fish meat classified under heading 0304.
- How should frozen saithe be stored to maintain quality?
- The fish should be kept at temperatures of –18 °C or lower throughout transport and storage, with minimal temperature fluctuations to prevent thaw‑refreeze damage.
- What are common processing steps for frozen saithe before retail?
- Typical steps include cleaning, gutting, washing, quick freezing, and packaging in airtight containers or vacuum‑sealed bags to preserve freshness.