Skipjack Tuna
Skipjack tuna is a frozen fish commodity classified under seafood. It is traded as whole frozen skipjack, excluding fillets and fish meat.
Prices, specifications and international trade for skipjack tuna under HS 030343.
Skipjack Tuna Price
$2,210USD/t
Published reference · Jul 1, 2026
Skipjack tuna is quoted in USD/t at ESP. Historical customs values may differ from the headline reference.
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Spain led reported skipjack tuna exports in 2025, at $204M.
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Skipjack tuna belongs to seafood within protein and dairy. Its customs classification covers HS 030343.
Skipjack Tuna HS Code
| Product type | Raw |
|---|---|
| Form | Frozen |
| Position in the chain | Primary |
| Category | Seafood — Protein and dairy |
| HS codes | 030343 |
| Quoted in | USD/t |
| Reference location | ESP |
Production & Handling
Processing steps for skipjack tuna include Freezing.
Production and Storage
| Temperature regime | Frozen |
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Uses & Risks
Skipjack tuna uses, related products and documented risks.
Skipjack Tuna Questions
- What is the exact identity of skipjack tuna as a commodity?
- Skipjack tuna refers to the species Katsuwonus pelamis, also known as stripe‑bellied bonito. It is classified under frozen fish, excluding fillets and other fish meat of heading 0304. The commodity description specifically excludes edible fish offal of subheadings 0303.91 to 0303.99.
- How should frozen skipjack tuna be stored to maintain quality?
- Frozen skipjack tuna must be kept at temperatures below ‑18 °C throughout transport and storage. Maintaining a continuous cold chain prevents thaw‑refreeze damage and preserves its texture and flavor. The product should be protected from moisture loss and cross‑contamination with other foods.
- What processing forms are typical for skipjack tuna?
- The commodity is commonly supplied as whole frozen fish, not as fillets or other processed cuts. It is used for industrial manufacture of products such as canned tuna or fish meal. The classification excludes any edible offal, focusing on the intact frozen fish body.