MOLLUSCS AND CEPHALOPODS · Choromytilus chorus

Patagonian Jumbo Mussel IQF

Patagonian jumbo mussel steam-cooked and individually frozen in IQF, designed for restaurants, gourmet retail and international markets that value jumbo caliber and southern origin.

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Patagonian Jumbo Mussel IQF

Description

Patagonian Jumbo Mussel IQF · story and datasheet

Patagonian jumbo mussel (Choro zapato) is the largest mussel in the South Pacific and one of the most representative species in southern Chile’s gastronomy.

Processed through steam cooking and individually frozen in IQF, it offers intact, juicy meat with great visual impact for premium applications.

Its format in half-shell or shucked makes it a highly sought-after reference for ceviches, gratins, gourmet cocktails, food service and export to the USA, Canada and the European Union.

  • Jumbo caliber that differentiates it from other mussels on the market.
  • Ready-to-regenerate and serve product, ideal for horeca.
  • High demand in Latin markets and specialized restaurants.

Specifications

Technical data

Operational information the buyer needs to validate before negotiation: format, weight, storage and certifications.

SpeciesChoromytilus chorus (choro zapato)
OriginCoasts of Patagonia and southern Chile
Harvest zoneAquaculture areas and natural beds in southern Chile
MethodLong-line farming / controlled extraction.
ProcessPurification → steam cooking → opening → IQF -35°C → glazing → packaging
Shelf life18 months from processing date
Storage-25°C or below

Nutritional information

Per 100 g of product

Specification Detail
ColorIntense orange (female) to yellow (male). Dark shell.
TextureFirm, juicy. Intact meat in the valve.
Protein11–14 g / 100g
Total fat2.0–3.0 g / 100g
Sodium300–450 mg / 100g

Reference values per 100 grams. The final specification sheet per batch is validated through technical documentation.

Ingredients

Composition

Patagonian jumbo mussel steam-cooked, in half-shell or shucked, frozen by IQF process with protective glazing.

Allergens

Buyer information

Contains mollusks and derived products.

Origin and traceability

Where this product comes from

Product cultivated and harvested in southern Chile under controlled aquaculture systems and natural beds, processed in a facility authorized by SERNAPESCA with PSP/ASP toxin monitoring.

How it is used

Recommended applications

Restaurants

Ideal for gratins, shellfish platters, ceviches and premium coastal cuisine.

Gourmet retail

High-value perception format for specialized end consumers.

Export

High demand in the USA, Canada and specialized restaurants in the European Union.

How it fits your operation

From this datasheet to the container

Export under tariff code 0307.39 — Frozen mussels. Standard operation FOB or CIF according to commercial agreement.

Transport requires constant cold chain at -25°C or below, with estimated transit times of 12–18 days to USA/Canada and 20–28 days to Europe.

Blog

Recipes and ideas with Patagonian Jumbo Mussel IQF

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