Squid Meal

Description

1. Product Overview
Squid Meal is a high-value, marine-derived protein ingredient produced from fresh or frozen squid by-products (viscera, fins, and trimmings) through controlled cooking, pressing, drying, and grinding. It is primarily used in aquafeeds for shrimp, marine fish, and pet food to boost feed intake and growth performance. The key value proposition is its exceptional palatability, high essential amino acid profile (particularly taurine and methionine), and natural attractant properties that reduce feed wastage. Strategically, it is critical for producers seeking to replace fishmeal partially while improving feed conversion ratios in high-margin species.

2. Key Specifications & Technical Characteristics

• Chemical composition: Crude protein 70% min, crude fat 8–12%, moisture 10% max, ash 15% max, taurine ≥0.5%

• Purity level: Free from ruminant proteins, urea, and salmonella

• Physical characteristics: Fine powder, brownish to dark brown color, characteristic marine odor, particle size 100% through 2mm sieve, bulk density 0.55–0.65 g/cm³

• Packaging options: 25 kg multi-wall kraft paper bags with PE liner, 1 MT super sacks, or bulk in container liners

• Shelf life: 12 months in dry, cool conditions (<25°C, <70% RH)

3. Core Industrial Applications

• Primary industries: Aquaculture (shrimp, seabass, grouper, salmon), pet food (premium kibble and treats), and specialty animal nutrition

• Use cases: Shrimp starter feeds (2–5% inclusion) to trigger feeding response; marine fish grower diets (3–8%) for enhanced palatability and gonad development

• Performance advantage vs alternatives: Compared to standard fishmeal, squid meal increases feed intake by 15–25% in weaning shrimp and reduces feed conversion ratio (FCR) by up to 10% due to natural feeding stimulants (betaine, trimethylamine oxide)

• Cost advantage: Low inclusion levels (as low as 2%) deliver significant yield improvements, making it cost-effective despite higher unit price

4. Competitive Advantages

• Quality consistency: Every batch tested for protein, fat, ash, histamine (<500 ppm), and TVN (<120 mg/100g) – lab report included

• Supply reliability: Year-round production from established fishing cooperatives with cold-chain integration

• Logistics capability: Dedicated container loading from major ports (Busan, Bangkok, Manta) with 10-day lead time

• Price competitiveness: Direct sourcing eliminates trader margins – spot and contract pricing available

• Sustainability: Produced from wild-caught by-products (no dedicated fishing) – supports circular economy

5. Commercial & Supply Information

• Minimum order quantity (MOQ): BULK 20MT (20 metric tons) per product grade

• Loading capacity: 24 MT per 20′ dry container (palletized: 20 MT; bulk bag: 24 MT)