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Rocket Squid Flower

Rocket Squid Flower is a value-added, ready-to-cook squid cut — squid tube (mantle) that is cleaned, cross-hatch scored on the inner surface, and cut into pieces that "bloom" into a flower shape when cooked. Produced from selected squid (Loligo / Uroteuthis, Illex argentinus, Todarodes pacificus, or Dosidicus gigas depending on spec and supply), each piece is individually quick-frozen (IQF) to preserve the delicate flower pattern and a firm, succulent texture after thawing. A true squid (cephalopod) product — distinct from octopus — prized by restaurants, hot-pot operators, and food manufacturers for its decorative presentation and labor-saving convenience.

What It Is

Our Rocket Squid Flower is made from cleaned squid tube (head, tentacles, skin, and viscera fully removed), precision-scored with a diamond / flower pattern, and cut into uniform pieces (typically 3.5×3.5 to 4×6 cm). The inner-surface scoring makes the muscle contract unevenly under heat, curling each piece into an attractive bloom. After cutting, pieces are individually quick-frozen (IQF) — preventing clumping and locking in shape — then glazed to customer spec and metal-detected before packing. Available raw (most common) or lightly blanched (par-cooked), with species and cut size customizable to market. No unnecessary additives.

Key Features

Value-added, ready-to-cook squid flower cut (scored & curled "bloom" shape)

Made from selected squid tube — multi-species (Loligo / Uroteuthis, Illex, Todarodes, Dosidicus) per spec and supply

Cleaned: head, tentacles, skin, and viscera removed

Cross-hatch scored on inner surface → blooms into flower when cooked; traps sauces and marinades

Individually quick-frozen (IQF) — no clumping, shape preserved, easy to portion

Cut size customizable (3.5×3.5 / 4×4 / 4×5 / 4×6 cm)

Glaze customizable (commonly 10–50%; net weight 100/90/80/70% available)

Tender yet firm; high protein (~16–18 g/100 g), low fat, low calorie

No preservatives; metal-detected

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

Applications

Hot pot / steamboat (Chinese & Korean) — popular premium ingredient

Stir-fry (oyster sauce, garlic, vegetables; spicy Korean-style)

Grilling / teppanyaki / yakitori with marinades

Tempura and deep-frying (crispy edges, beautiful presentation)

Cold seafood salads (blanched)

Buffet, catering, banquet, and central-kitchen applications

Certifications

HACCP · BRC · HALAL · ISO 22000 (FDA / EU Approved available on request)

Storage

Store at -18°C or below. Avoid temperature fluctuation. Thaw in the refrigerator before use; cook thoroughly (raw version is uncooked). Shelf life: 24 months from production date under proper frozen storage (retail packs may be 12 months).

FAQ

A. Procurement / Trade

What is your MOQ, and can different products be mixed in one container? Standard MOQ for this item is one 20' reefer container (approx. 8–14 MT) or one 40' reefer (approx. 24–28 MT) depending on pack; mixed loading with other frozen seafood items from our catalog is available subject to compatible storage temperature and carton dimensions.

What is the production lead time, and what Incoterms do you offer? Typical lead time is about 7–25 days after order confirmation and receipt of deposit (IQF cut packs often within ~3 weeks). We trade on FOB, CIF, and CFR terms. Main loading ports: Fuzhou / Xiamen / Qingdao, China.

What payment terms do you accept? We accept T/T (30% deposit, 70% against copy of B/L) and L/C at sight for qualified buyers.

Can you provide samples? What is the sample cost and lead time? Frozen squid flower samples require an intact cold chain; where feasible we ship reference samples frozen with temperature control. Sample and international courier costs are borne by the buyer (or deducted from the first official order). Sample lead time is 5–7 working days.

B. Documents / Compliance

What export documents do you provide? We supply Health Certificate, Certificate of Origin, Catch Certificate / IUU Declaration, Certificate of Analysis (COA), Heavy Metal & Microbiology Analysis, Packing List, Commercial Invoice, and Bill of Lading. EU-approved establishment number and HALAL certificate are issued where required by destination.

Which certifications apply to this product? HACCP and HALAL as standard; BRC, ISO 22000, FDA registration, and EU approval can be supplied on request depending on market requirements.

What is the country of origin and FAO fishing area? How is traceability managed? Country of origin: China (CN), processed from selected squid. Because the raw material is multi-species, the FAO area follows the source species (e.g., Loligo / Todarodes from FAO 61/71; Illex from FAO 41/87; Dosidicus from FAO 87). Each lot carries a batch code linked to catch and processing records for full traceability.

C. Specs / Logistics

What are the carton specifications and container loading? Standard packing: 1 kg/bag × 10 bags per carton (10 kg/ctn) or 10 kg bulk carton; block / vacuum / retail pack available on request. Approx. 24–28 MT per 40' reefer / 8–14 MT per 20' reefer depending on pack config; palletization available.

What is the remaining shelf life at shipment, and how do you guarantee cold-chain integrity? Minimum 24 months from production; we ensure at least 22–23 months remaining at shipment. Reefer set at -18°C (±1°C) with optional temperature logger; containers are pre-cooled before loading.

Do you offer OEM / private label / custom specifications? Yes. We support OEM, private label, and custom spec — cut size (3.5×3.5 / 4×4 / 4×5 / 4×6 cm), glaze % (commonly 10–50%, net weight 100/90/80/70% available), raw or lightly blanched, species selection (Loligo / Illex / Todarodes / Dosidicus per supply), and labeling adjustments.

D. Technical Clarification

What species is used, and is it a fish, crustacean, or octopus? This is a squid (cephalopod) product made from squid tube — NOT octopus, NOT fish, NOT crustacean. The raw material is multi-species and selected per supply/spec: Loligo / Uroteuthis, Illex argentinus, Todarodes pacificus, or Dosidicus gigas. Allergen: Mollusc (cephalopod). Please do not label it as crustacean or fish.

What exactly is a squid flower, and how should it be cooked / thawed? A squid flower is cleaned squid tube cross-hatch scored and cut so it curls into a flower ("bloom") shape when heated. It is a ready-to-cook cut — thaw overnight in the refrigerator (0–4°C) and cook thoroughly (our standard version is raw/uncooked). Quick cooking (stir-fry, hot pot, grill, tempura) prevents toughness; avoid overcooking.