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TBC · Red PacuRed Pomfret Frozen and Exported From Zhuhai China
Farmed in southern China and processed in our BRC, HACCP and EU approved facility — an affordable, fattier whole fish with strong demand in African markets.
What Red Pomfret Is and Who Buys It
Farmed in southern China and processed in our BRC, HACCP and EU approved facility — an affordable, fattier whole fish with strong demand in African markets.
- Whole Round
- GGS
- Skin-on Fillet
- Skinless Fillet
Who It Is For
- African importers and wholesalers moving container volume
- Retail chains needing an entry-price frozen fish
- Distributors serving canteens and institutional catering
What Goes Wrong Without It
01
Volume price without dropping certification
Buyers moving container volume into price-sensitive markets usually trade away the audit trail. This item is cheaper than tilapia per kilo and still leaves a BRC and HACCP controlled plant.
02
Fattier flesh for fried and stewed dishes
Lean white fish dries out in the cooking styles these markets actually use. Red Pomfret carries more fat and stays moist.
03
Whole round from 300 g
Small-grade whole fish suits open-market and wet-market resale where fillets do not sell.
Why Buyers Keep Reordering
- Affordable per kilo compared with tilapia while offering fattier flesh and fuller taste.
- Whole round is the most popular format for African markets; GGS and fillet are available for retail and foodservice.
- Three fillet grades from 80-120 g to 160-200 g for portion-controlled packs.
- Bulk, retail and private label packing on the same programme.
Handling and Cooking
- Store at -18 °C or below throughout the chain.
- Thaw whole fish under refrigeration or cook from frozen in stews.
- Best suited to frying, stewing and grilling where the higher fat content helps.
- Do not refreeze after thawing.
Red Pomfret 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 | TBC |
|---|---|
| Origin | Farmed in southern China |
| Whole Round Sizes | 300 g and above |
| Fillet Sizes | 80-120 g, 120-160 g, 160-200 g |
| Certifications | BRC, HACCP, EU Approved 4404/02016 |
| Packing | Bulk packing, retail packing, private label |
| Storage | -18 °C or below |
Where It Ends Up On the Plate
Open market and wet market resale
Whole round 300 g and above in bulk cartons.
Retail packs
GGS format for supermarket frozen cabinets.
Foodservice portions
80-120 g fillets for canteen and casual dining.
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 Pomfret (this product) | Southern China farmed | Lower cost than tilapia, fattier flesh |
| Tilapia | Oreochromis niloticus | Leaner, the reference commodity white fish |
| Golden Pompano | Trachinotus ovatus | Marine farmed, more delicate white meat |
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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Red Pomfret Sourcing Questions
Why is Red Pomfret cheaper than tilapia?
It is farmed in volume in southern China and sells mainly as whole round, which avoids filleting yield loss. That is why it is a common entry-price item for African programmes.
What is the scientific name?
The old product record does not state a Latin name, so we list it as TBC and will confirm the species designation on your specification sheet.
Which format sells best?
Whole round is the most popular format, particularly for African markets.
Can you pack under our brand?
Yes. Bulk, retail and private label packing are available.
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Quote Red Pomfret For Your Market
Tell us the cut, the portion weight and the pack format. We will confirm grading, glazing and a container lead time.