MOLLUSCS AND CEPHALOPODS · Dosidicus gigas

Squid in block

Patagonian frozen squid in industrial block format from Chilean coasts, designed for processors, processing plants and specialized export to Asia and Europe.

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Squid in block

Description

Squid in block · story and datasheet

Squid in block represents one of the highest-volume industrial solutions within Mar Austral’s portfolio. Processed in homogeneous format of whole pieces, clean mantles or tentacles according to client requirements, it allows optimizing logistical costs and industrial yield per net kilo. It is a highly demanded raw material for breaded rings, squid strips, cooked tentacles, canned products and secondary processes destined mainly for Asia and southern Europe.

  • Industrial format optimized for reprocessing and high volume.
  • Excellent cost/yield ratio for production lines.
  • Ideal base for processed products, packaged goods and mass export.

Specifications

Technical data

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

SpeciesDosidicus gigas (squid, red squid)
OriginPatagonian coast and center-south zone of Chile
Fishing zoneArtisanal and industrial fishery, Chilean coastline
MethodFishing with jigging and selective purse seine.
ProcessCapture → evisceration → blocking in mold → freezing → unmolding → packaging
Shelf life18 months from processing date
Storage-25°C or lower

Nutritional information

Per 100 g of product

Specification Detail
ColorPinkish-red on skin. Clean white mantle.
TextureFirm, without internal ice crystals.
Protein16–18 g / 100g
Total fat1.0–1.5 g / 100g
Sodium200–320 mg / 100g

Reference values per 100 grams. The definitive specification sheet per lot is validated through technical documentation.

Ingredients

Composition

Whole Patagonian squid, mantles or tentacles, frozen in industrial block format.

Allergens

Buyer information

Contains mollusks and derived products.

Origin and traceability

Where this product comes from

Product captured from the center-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

Industrial processors

Ideal for plants producing rings, squid strips, cooked tentacles and export derivatives.

Canned goods industry

Excellent base for packaged formats, marinated products and international retail lines.

Global markets

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

How it fits your operation

From this datasheet to the container

Export under tariff code 0307.43 — Frozen squid and cuttlefish. Standard operation FOB or CIF according to commercial agreement. Transport requires constant 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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