MOLLUSCS AND CEPHALOPODS · Dosidicus gigas

Cuttlefish Fillet in Block

Patagonian cuttlefish fillet processed from clean mantle and frozen in industrial block format, designed for processors seeking operational efficiency without incurring individual freezing costs.

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Cuttlefish Fillet in Block

Description

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Cuttlefish fillet in block is a high-value-added industrial solution within Mar Austral’s product portfolio.

Processed from clean, skinned, and portioned mantle, it delivers raw material ready for cutting into rings, squid rings or strips, reducing preparation time and optimizing secondary processes.

It positions itself as an intermediate product between traditional block and IQF format, enabling operational efficiency and cost competitiveness for processors and industrial buyers.

  • Clean mantle ready for cutting, requiring no additional skinning.
  • Reduces processing time on industrial lines and in foodservice.
  • High-yield alternative between standard block and IQF format.

Specifications

Technical data

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

SpeciesDosidicus gigas (mantle fillet)
OriginPatagonian coast and central-south zone of Chile
Fishing zoneArtisanal and industrial fishery, Chilean coastline
MethodJigging and selective purse seine fishing.
ProcessEvisceration → mantle extraction → cleaning → skinning → blocking → freezing
Shelf life18 months from processing date
Storage-25°C or lower

Nutritional information

Per 100 g of product

Specification Detail
ColorPearlescent white. Mantle free from skin and impurities.
TextureFirm, elastic. Intact mantle without cuts.
Protein17–19 g / 100g
Total fat1.0–1.5 g / 100g
Sodium200–320 mg / 100g

Reference values per 100 grams. Final specifications by lot are validated through technical documentation.

Ingredients

Composition

Patagonian cuttlefish fillet produced from clean mantle, with or without skin according to specification, frozen in industrial block format.

Allergens

Buyer information

Contains molluscs and mollusc-derived products.

Origin and traceability

Where this product comes from

Product caught on the central-south and Patagonian Chilean coast through selective artisanal and industrial fishing, processed in a SERNAPESCA-certified facility under HACCP and GMP protocols.

How it is used

Recommended applications

Processors

Ideal for production lines of rings, squid rings, sautéed strips, and processed products.

Foodservice

Excellent base for industrial kitchens and distributors requiring yield and speed.

Export

High demand in Asia, Europe, and specialized industrial buyers.

How it fits your operation

From this datasheet to the container

Export under tariff code 0307.43 — Frozen cuttlefish and squid (fillet). Standard FOB or CIF operation according to commercial agreement.

Transport requires continuous cold chain at -25°C or lower, with estimated transit times of 18–25 days to Asia and 20–28 days to Europe.

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Recipes and ideas with Cuttlefish Fillet in Block

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