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Global seafood markets

Global Markets

Exporting seafood to 40+ countries across six continents. Market-specific compliance, documentation, and product specifications for every region.

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North America

USA, Canada, Mexico

Our largest export region. Strong demand for shrimp (PD, PDTO, cooked), tilapia fillets, and tuna loins. FDA-registered facilities with full FSVP support.

Top Products

Vannamei Shrimp, Tilapia, Tuna, Squid, Scallops

Certifications

FDA, HACCP, NOAA

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European Union

UK, Germany, Netherlands, Spain, Italy, France, Belgium

EU-approved facilities exporting to Europe's diverse seafood markets. Full IUU catch documentation, BRC certification, and sustainability certifications available.

Top Products

Shrimp, Squid, Octopus, Pangasius, Mackerel, Tuna

Certifications

EU Approval, BRC, MSC, ASC, IUU

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East Asia

Japan, South Korea, China, Taiwan, Hong Kong

Premium market for high-specification products. Sashimi-grade tuna, Black Tiger shrimp, and specialty items for the region's demanding quality standards.

Top Products

Shrimp, Tuna (sashimi grade), Octopus, Scallops, Abalone, Sea Cucumber

Certifications

MHLW, GACC, HACCP

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Middle East

UAE, Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, Qatar, Bahrain, Oman

The GCC lobster market is a fast-growing import segment — UAE, Saudi Arabia, and Qatar restaurants and premium retailers are active buyers of frozen lobster. Hanuman Seafood supplies Kanta Lobster (rock & spiny lobster) to GCC importers at competitive FOB prices, alongside Halal-certified shrimp, tilapia, and pelagic fish. Full Arabic labeling, Saudi SFDA documentation, and UAE MOAF import support available.

Top Products

Kanta Lobster, Vannamei Shrimp, Tilapia, Mackerel, Sardines, Squid

Certifications

Halal, HACCP, FDA

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Africa

Nigeria, Ghana, South Africa, Egypt, Kenya, Cameroon

Growing market for affordable frozen fish. Mackerel, sardines, and tilapia in bulk formats. We support high-volume container programs to African ports.

Top Products

Mackerel, Sardines, Tilapia, Carp, Herring

Certifications

HACCP, Halal

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Oceania

Australia, New Zealand

Premium market with strict biosecurity requirements. We supply certified shrimp, cephalopods, and premium products meeting Australian import standards.

Top Products

Shrimp, Squid, Scallops, Lobster, Barramundi

Certifications

HACCP, AQIS compliance

GCC Lobster Market — Frozen Lobster Supplier for UAE, Saudi Arabia & Qatar

The GCC lobster market has seen strong growth as premium dining and retail expansion across the UAE, Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, and Qatar drives demand for frozen rock lobster and spiny lobster imports. Hanuman Seafood supplies the GCC lobster market through our Kanta Lobster brand — tropical rock lobster (Panulirus versicolor) and spiny lobster (Panulirus ornatus) sourced from Indonesia, available as whole frozen and tails. Our lobster exports to the Middle East include Halal-compatible processing, Arabic labeling, Saudi SFDA health certificates, and competitive FOB pricing. Typical GCC lobster import prices range from USD 28–55/kg FOB depending on species and size grade.

Kanta Lobster — GCC Export Specs

Whole frozen and tail formats. Sizes 200g–700g+. Blast frozen at -18°C. 20ft reefer (~8 MT) or 40ft reefer (~16 MT) programs. Halal-compatible processing, Arabic label printing available. Saudi SFDA and UAE MOAF documentation provided.

GCC Lobster Market — Key Import Drivers

Growing HORECA sector in UAE and Saudi Arabia, premium supermarket expansion (Carrefour, Lulu, Tamimi), and rising consumer demand for premium frozen seafood. Lobster is a high-margin SKU for GCC retailers — importers seek reliable suppliers with consistent sizing and quality documentation.

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