Frozen Vannamei Shrimp from Vietnam

Name: Vannamei
Brand: TBESFOOD

Vannamei or whiteleg shrimp (Litopenaeus vannamei) is the main shrimp species farmed in Vietnam. TBESFOOD supplies frozen vannamei shrimp in every common form, from head-on shell-on to peeled and deveined, for retail, foodservice and further processing.

Frozen Shrimp

Overview

Scientific name:Litopenaeus vannamei

Variations:HOSO, HLSO, PUD, PD, PTO, PDTO, Butterfly or as your request

Size:in pcs/lb or in pcs/kgHOSO: 16/20, 21/25, 26/30, 31/35, 36/40,41/50,51/60, 61/80, 81/100 pcs/kg

Nutrition value per 100g:Humidity 75 G, Energy 96 KCAL / 404 KJ, Protein 20,5 G, Carbohydrates 0 G, Fat 1,5 G, Cholesterol 107 MG

Packing:IQF/Semi-IQF/Block, Retailer pack or bulk

Forms

HOSO (head-on, shell-on), HLSO (headless, shell-on), PUD (peeled, undeveined), PD (peeled and deveined), PTO and PDTO (tail-on) and butterfly cuts. Other cuts can be produced on request.

Count sizes and packing

Counts are agreed in pieces per kilogram or per pound, from 16/20 to 81/100. Shrimp are packed IQF, semi-IQF or block, in retail packs or bulk. Net weight and glaze are fixed in the contract so the delivered cartons match the specification.

Frequently asked questions

What count sizes of vannamei shrimp are available?

From 16/20 to 81/100 pieces per kilogram, or the equivalent per pound. Larger and smaller counts depend on the harvest; ask our export team for current availability.

Is vannamei the same as whiteleg or white shrimp?

Yes. Vannamei, whiteleg shrimp and Pacific white shrimp are names for Litopenaeus vannamei, the species most widely farmed in Vietnam and worldwide.

Which markets do you supply vannamei shrimp to?

Buyers in Asia, including the Philippines, Japan and South Korea, as well as the Middle East, Europe and North America. Each order is packed to the destination market’s labelling rules.