• Wild-caught giant squid — Dosidicus gigas (Humboldt / jumbo squid), Peru-origin (FAO 87)

• Head with arms connected (头须连体) — a substantial, versatile cut

• Five-removed (五去): eyes, beak, skin, viscera, and cartilage removed — ready to cook, less prep

• Wild-caught from FAO 87 (Peru/Chile), Humboldt Current, jigging method

• Block-frozen (BQF), raw frozen, deacidified for a mild, clean flavor

• Graded by piece weight (commonly 300–1000 g+); glaze 0–65% (100% net weight available)

• High protein (up to 25 g/100 g), very low fat (<2 g/100 g)

• No preservatives; wild-caught

• 24-month frozen shelf life at −18 °C or below

• Braising and stewing (braised squid head, Asian soups and broths)

• Grilling and BBQ

• Hot pot and shabu-shabu

• Stir-fry (Asian seafood cuisines)

• Fried squid head / arms and street-food snacks

• Sushi, tempura, and street food (Japan / Korea)

• Seafood stews and rice dishes (Spain / Italy / Mediterranean)

• Certifications: HACCP, BRC, HALAL, ISO 22000; FDA / EU approval available on request; MSC available on request (wild-caught, FAO 87 — legitimate for this fishery; ASC does not apply to wild stock).

• Packaging: 2 × 10 kg block (poly-lined woven bag) or 10 kg carton; retail 1 kg × 10 / 500 g × 20; vacuum 500 g / 1 kg on request. Private-label OEM available.

• Shelf life: 24 months at −18 °C (unopened). HS code: 0307.43 (frozen squid).

• Store at −18 °C or below. Avoid temperature fluctuation.

• Thaw under refrigeration or in cold water; drain before cooking.

• Cook thoroughly before serving. Shelf life: 24 months from production date under proper frozen storage.

A. Procurement / Trade

A1. What is the MOQ and lead time? MOQ is typically 1 × 40' reefer container (~18–28 MT depending on pack); 20' reefer available on request. Lead time ~7–25 days after order confirmation and deposit. Main loading ports: Fuzhou / Xiamen / Qingdao, China.

A2. What incoterms and payment terms do you offer? We trade on FOB / CIF / CFR. Payment is typically T/T (30% deposit, 70% against B/L copy) or confirmed L/C at sight for qualified buyers.

A3. Can different products be mixed in one container, and do you offer OEM? Yes. Mixed loading with other frozen seafood items is available subject to compatible storage temperature and carton dimensions. We also support OEM, private label, and custom spec (piece-weight grade, skin-off already standard, glaze %, block or retail pack, labeling).

B. Documents / Compliance

B1. What documents accompany each shipment? Commercial Invoice, Packing List, Bill of Lading, Health Certificate, Certificate of Analysis (COA), HALAL (if applicable), Certificate of Origin, Catch Certificate / IUU Declaration, and heavy-metal & microbiology analysis. EU-approved establishment number issued where required.

B2. Which certifications apply to this product? HACCP and HALAL as standard; BRC, ISO 22000, FDA registration, and EU approval available on request. MSC is available on request for the wild-caught FAO 87 fishery.

B3. What is the country of origin and FAO fishing area? How is traceability managed? Country of origin: China (CN), processed from wild-caught Dosidicus gigas sourced mainly from FAO 87 (Southeast Pacific, Peru/Chile, Humboldt Current). Each lot carries a batch code linked to catch and processing records for full traceability.

C. Specs / Logistics

C1. What species and form are supplied? Species: Dosidicus gigas (Humboldt / jumbo flying squid), wild-caught. Form: head with arms connected, five-removed (eyes / beak / skin / viscera / cartilage out).

C2. What freeze type, deacidification, and glaze apply? Block-frozen (BQF), raw frozen, deacidified as standard. Glaze options: 0% (100% net weight) up to ~65% glaze; 10%/20% midpoints. Net weight declared per pack.

C3. What packaging and shelf life apply? 2 × 10 kg block (woven bag) or 10 kg carton; retail 1 kg × 10 / 500 g × 20; vacuum 500 g / 1 kg on request. Shelf life 24 months at −18 °C (unopened). HS code 0307.43.

D. Technical Clarification

D1. What does "five-removed" (五去) mean, and why does it matter to buyers? "Five-removed" means five parts are taken out during processing: eyes, beak (mouth), skin, viscera, and cartilage. This delivers a clean, cook-ready cut that saves buyers labor and yield loss at the prep stage — versus a raw, untrimmed head that still carries inedible parts. It is the practical differentiator versus basic head-and-arm cuts.

D2. Head with arms connected vs. separated — and how is this different from Giant Squid Head Skin Off? This product keeps the head and arms connected (头须连体) and is five-removed, BQF, raw, deacidified. Our Giant Squid Head Skin Off is the same species (Dosidicus gigas) but skin removed and IQF-frozen — a different finish and freeze method. Separated (head-only / arms-only) packs are available on request. Choose by downstream use: connected BQF for processing/repacking, skin-off IQF for retail-ready portions.

D3. What is deacidification, and why does Dosidicus gigas need it? Dosidicus gigas (jumbo squid) naturally accumulates higher levels of ammonia and lactic acid post-catch, which can cause off-odors and a sour note. Deacidification is a controlled wash/treatment step that neutralizes these compounds, delivering a milder, cleaner flavor and more consistent texture — especially valuable for head/arm cuts where texture matters.