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Sciaenops ocellatus · Redfish · Red SciaenidRed Drum Fish Frozen and Exported From Zhuhai China
Farm-raised Red Drum from Zhuhai with tender juicy white flesh and few pin bones, supplied whole round, GGS and as CO-treated skinless fillet.
What Red Drum Fish Is and Who Buys It
Farm-raised Red Drum from Zhuhai with tender juicy white flesh and few pin bones, supplied whole round, GGS and as CO-treated skinless fillet.
- Whole Round
- GGS
- Skin-on Fillet
- Skinless Fillet
Who It Is For
- Hotel and banquet operators buying whole fish
- Foodservice distributors needing a firmer alternative to tilapia
- Importers building a mixed white-fish container
What Goes Wrong Without It
01
Few pin bones, less kitchen labour
Red Drum carries minimal pin bones, so fillets go from pack to pan without an extra trimming station.
02
A firm fillet for grilling menus
Softer white fish breaks up on a grill. Red Drum holds together well enough for carving and open-flame cooking.
03
Species continuity across seasons
It is farmed alongside our sea bass at the same base, which keeps the grade structure and supply rhythm consistent rather than catch-driven.
Why Buyers Keep Reordering
- Tender, juicy white flesh with a mild profile that suits both Western and Asian menus.
- Whole round from 400 g upward for whole-fish presentation and counter display.
- Portion sizes can be cut to your specification instead of a fixed grade only.
- Processed in the same EU approved facility as our sea bass programme.
Handling and Cooking
- Store at -18 °C or below and keep cartons out of temperature-cycling zones.
- Thaw under refrigeration; drain before cooking so the surface sears.
- Whole round fish should be scored before grilling to keep the skin flat.
- Portion cut fillets from a tempered, not fully thawed, state.
Red Drum Fish 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 | Sciaenops ocellatus |
|---|---|
| Origin | Zhuhai, China — farm raised |
| Whole Round Sizes | 400 g and above |
| Fillet Portions | 100-200 g |
| Fillet Options | Skin-on or skinless, customisable portion sizes |
| 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
Grilled and carved service
Whole round fish for carving and grilling in hotel and banquet kitchens.
Foodservice portions
GGS format for kitchens that portion in-house.
Retail fillet packs
100-200 g skinless fillets for frozen retail.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Red Drum (this product) | Sciaenops ocellatus | Tender and juicy, very few pin bones |
| Japanese Sea Bass | Lateolabrax japonicus | Firmer flake with a cleaner finish |
| Barramundi | Lates calcarifer | Softer and more buttery on the palate |
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
Red Drum Fish Sourcing Questions
What size whole round fish can you supply?
From 400 g upward. Grades above that are agreed against your programme.
Are the fillets skin-on or skinless?
Both. Skin-on and skinless are available, and portion sizes can be customised.
Can Red Drum be shipped in the same container as sea bass?
Yes. Both are processed in the same EU approved plant, so mixed containers are normal for us.
Which markets does this item usually go to?
We export frozen seafood to Europe, the Middle East, Southeast Asia and Africa; market fit for a specific grade can be discussed on WhatsApp.
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Quote Red Drum Fish For Your Market
Tell us the cut, the portion weight and the pack format. We will confirm grading, glazing and a container lead time.