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Lates calcarifer · Asian Sea BassBarramundi Frozen and Exported From Zhuhai China
Farm-raised Barramundi from Zhuhai with buttery mild flesh, supplied whole round, GGS and as skin-on or skinless fillet from our EU approved plant.
What Barramundi Is and Who Buys It
Farm-raised Barramundi from Zhuhai with buttery mild flesh, supplied whole round, GGS and as skin-on or skinless fillet from our EU approved plant.
- Whole Round
- GGS
- Skin-on Fillet
- Skinless Fillet
Who It Is For
- Distributors covering hotel and restaurant accounts
- Retail chains looking for a mild white fish alternative to cod or tilapia
- Processors buying blocks for value-added lines
What Goes Wrong Without It
01
A white fish that plates consistently
Kitchens lose money when portion weights drift. Barramundi fillets are cut to declared ranges from 100-200 g up to 300-500 g, so a service plate costs the same every day.
02
One species, several trade names
Barramundi, Asian Sea Bass and Giant Sea Perch all describe Lates calcarifer. We label the Latin name on every document so customs and buyers are working from the same species.
03
Buttery texture without wild-catch volatility
Farm-raised supply from our own region keeps volume and size grading stable across the year instead of following a catch season.
Why Buyers Keep Reordering
- Mild, buttery flesh that suits Western and Asian menus without heavy seasoning.
- Available as 5 kg fillet blocks for further processing as well as retail portions.
- Processed on the same EU approved line as our sea bass, under BRC and HACCP control.
- Whole round grades up to 1-2 kg for banquet and whole-fish presentation.
Handling and Cooking
- Hold at -18 °C or below and rotate stock by production lot.
- Thaw fillets under refrigeration on a draining tray.
- Cook skin-on portions skin-side down first to keep the fillet flat.
- Blocks should be tempered, not fully thawed, before band-saw portioning.
Barramundi Specification
Figures below come from the factory product record. Anything not published is marked TBC and confirmed on your specification sheet rather than estimated.
| Scientific Name | Lates calcarifer |
|---|---|
| Origin | Zhuhai, China — farm raised |
| Whole Round Sizes | 400-600 g, 600-800 g, 800-1000 g, 1-2 kg |
| Fillet Portions | 100-200 g, 200-300 g, 300-500 g, 5 kg block |
| Freezing Method | IQF |
| Certifications | BRC, HACCP, EU Approved 4404/02016 |
| Packing | Bulk, retail or private label |
| Storage | -18 °C or below |
Where It Ends Up On the Plate
Restaurant mains
Skin-on 200-300 g fillets pan-seared or baked as a plate centre.
Retail frozen fillets
100-200 g skinless portions for family packs.
Further processing
5 kg blocks for breading, marinating or portion cutting.
Cuts and Packing Formats
Photographs taken at the Zhuhai plant of the actual formats produced.


How It Differs From the Neighbouring Species
| Product | Species | What Sets It Apart |
|---|---|---|
| Barramundi (this product) | Lates calcarifer | Buttery and mild, higher fat feel on the palate |
| Japanese Sea Bass | Lateolabrax japonicus | Firmer flake, cleaner finish, spotted skin |
| Tilapia | Oreochromis niloticus | Leaner and firmer, the lowest cost of the three |
Processed Under EU Approval 4404/02016
The plant is certified to BRC, FDA, HACCP and HALAL. Quality control covers aquaculture, processing and finished product inside the same company.
Certifications
- EU Approved 4404/02016
- BRC
- FDA
- HACCP
- HALAL
Customisation Options
- Portion weights cut to your grade
- Glazing at 100%, 95%, 90% or a set percentage
- Bulk, retail, IVP or private label packing
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Industries That Buy This Item
Capabilities Behind It
Barramundi Sourcing Questions
Is Barramundi the same fish as your Japanese Sea Bass?
No. Barramundi is Lates calcarifer and our Japanese Sea Bass is Lateolabrax japonicus. They are separate species with different texture, and we list them as separate products.
What fillet sizes can you run?
100-200 g, 200-300 g and 300-500 g portions, plus 5 kg blocks for further processing.
Do you offer private label packing?
Yes. Bulk, retail and private label packing are all available for this item.
Which certifications cover this product?
It is processed under BRC and HACCP in our EU approved facility, registration number 4404/02016.
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Quote Barramundi For Your Market
Tell us the cut, the portion weight and the pack format. We will confirm grading, glazing and a container lead time.

