Hydrolyzed Fish Protein

Description

1. Product Overview
Hydrolyzed Fish Protein is a high-bioavailability organic nitrogen source derived from fresh marine fish through controlled enzymatic hydrolysis. Its primary industrial application is as a performance-enhancing nutrient base in aquaculture feeds, specialty fertilizers, and high-value animal nutrition. The key value proposition lies in its superior digestibility, precise peptide profile, and consistent amino acid composition—directly improving growth rates, feed conversion ratios, and crop stress tolerance. In a market facing volatile protein costs and tightening sustainability regulations, this product offers a traceable, low-allergen, and circular-economy-aligned alternative to plant and terrestrial animal proteins.

2. Key Specifications & Technical Characteristics

• Chemical composition: Peptides (MW <3,000 Da ≥85%), free amino acids (≥18 types), naturally retained omega-3 fatty acids, trace minerals (Ca, Mg, P, K)

• Purity level: Crude protein ≥72% (N×6.25, dry basis) | Hydrolysis degree ≥22%

• Physical characteristics: Fine powder (95% passing 80 mesh) | Light beige to amber color | Bulk density 0.55–0.65 g/cm³ | pH of 10% solution: 6.2–6.8 | Low viscosity

• Packaging options: Multi-layer kraft + PE bags (25 kg), FIBC jumbo bags (500 kg / 1000 kg), or bulk food-grade totes

• Shelf life: 24 months in original sealed packaging under cool (<25°C), dry (<60% RH) conditions

3. Core Industrial Applications

• Aquafeed manufacturing (primary use): Replaces fishmeal up to 40% in diets for shrimp, salmon, tilapia, and marine larvae. Results in faster gut maturation, reduced incidence of enteritis, and 8–12% improvement in FCR versus standard fishmeal.

• Pet food & specialty animal nutrition: Used in weaning diets and hyperimmune formulations. Hydrolysis eliminates antigenicity, enabling inclusion for sensitive digestive systems.

• Organic & biostimulant fertilizers: Spray-dried product is soluble and cold-process compatible. Provides immediate and slow-release nitrogen, promoting root vigor and abiotic stress recovery in high-value crops (berries, leafy greens, turf).

• Advantage over alternatives: Outperforms soy protein by eliminating anti-nutritional factors and lowering carbon footprint. Beats regular fishmeal by improving digestibility from ~75% to >92%, reducing waste ammonia in aquaculture systems.

4. Competitive Advantages

• Quality consistency: Each batch certified by HPLC peptide profile and total volatile nitrogen (TVN <50 mg/100g). No variance between production cycles.

• Supply reliability: Vertically integrated from catch sourcing (MSC-compliant trimmings) through hydrolysis to drying. Backed by 5,000 MT/month total capacity across two facilities.

• Logistics capability: Expedited container loading via Rotterdam and Los Angeles hubs. 7-day lead time for confirmed bulk orders.

• Price competitiveness: 15–20% lower cost per unit of digestible protein compared to premium fishmeal, with prices linked to sustainable yield indices – not commodity speculation.

• Environmental & technical support: Full LCA data available. On-site formulation assistance for feed or fertilizer blending, including matrix compatibility and repackaging documentation.

5. Commercial & Supply Information

• Minimum order quantity (MOQ): BULK 20MT (single product grade, one shipping destination)

• Loading capacity: 24 MT per 20’ container (palletized, 25 kg bags) | 20 MT per 20’ container (jumbo bags)