Freeze Dried Shrimp (ASC · ESG Compliant · Antibiotic-Free)
Spec: cleaned, shell off, head off, light cooked, freeze dried
Scientific name: Penaeus vannamei
Size: 2-5 g/pc
Packing: bulk packing or retail bag
Shelf life: 12-18 months at ambient temperature
Premium freeze dried shrimp (Penaeus vannamei) — no cold chain required, 12–18 months ambient shelf life, 60g+ protein per 100g, antibiotic-free, ASC certified. Direct from a wholesale freeze dried shrimp manufacturer in Vietnam.
Spec: cleaned, shell off, head off, light cooked, freeze dried | Size: 2–5 g/pc | Shelf life: 12–18 months at ambient temperature | Certifications: ASC · ESG Compliant · Antibiotic-Free
Freeze dried shrimp is Penaeus vannamei (whiteleg shrimp) that has been cleaned, shell-off, head-off, lightly cooked, then processed through lyophilization (freeze drying) — a method that removes up to 98% of moisture while preserving the shrimp's original shape, color, flavor, and nutritional profile.
The result is a shelf-stable, lightweight, ambient-temperature shrimp product that retains the full dried shrimp nutrition of fresh shrimp — including high protein content, omega-3 fatty acids, calcium, and B12 — without any of the refrigeration or cold-chain requirements of conventional frozen seafood. At 2–5 g per piece, our freeze dried shrimp delivers consistent sizing ideal for instant food manufacturing, culinary topping applications, and premium retail packing.
This is not sun-dried or salt-dried shrimp. Freeze drying is an advanced preservation technology that sets this product apart from any other dried shrimp on the market. Understanding the difference is key for B2B buyers evaluating ingredient quality.
| Feature | Freeze Dried Shrimp | Conventional Dried Shrimp | Frozen Shrimp |
|---|---|---|---|
| Moisture removal | Up to 98% | 60–80% | ~0% (water frozen in) |
| Nutritional retention | ~97% of fresh | 50–70% | ~90–95% |
| Protein per 100g | 60g+ | ~45–55g | ~20g |
| Shape & color | Fully preserved | Shrunken, darkened | Preserved |
| Shelf life (ambient) | 12–18 months | 6–12 months | N/A — requires –18°C |
| Cold chain required | No | No | Yes |
| Rehydration | Quick — restores to near-fresh texture | Slow — texture compromised | N/A |
| Weight for shipping | Lightest | Light | Heaviest |
| Antibiotic-free certified | Yes | Varies | Varies |
| ASC / ESG certified | Yes | Rarely | Varies |
Freeze dried shrimp requires no refrigeration throughout the supply chain. No reefer containers. No frozen warehouse. No temperature monitoring from origin to destination. For importers, distributors, and food manufacturers, this eliminates a significant layer of logistics cost and risk — and opens distribution into markets and channels where cold chain infrastructure is limited or unreliable.
With a shelf life of 12–18 months at ambient temperature (in sealed packaging), freeze dried shrimp drastically reduces spoilage risk compared to fresh and frozen alternatives. Buyers can hold inventory, consolidate container loads across SKUs, and supply customers in remote markets without time pressure — a critical advantage for importers and distributors managing multi-market distribution.
Freeze drying concentrates nutrients without destroying them. While fresh shrimp contains approximately 20g of protein per 100g, the drying process removes water weight while retaining the full protein structure — resulting in 60g or more of protein per 100g of dried shrimp. Combined with near-zero carbohydrates, this makes freeze dried shrimp one of the most compelling dried shrimp protein ingredients available for:
Unlike conventional dried shrimp — which shrinks, darkens, and develops a heavy salt/fishy concentrate flavor — freeze dried shrimp rehydrates quickly in warm water to restore near-fresh appearance, color, and tender texture. This quality is critical for:
Removing up to 98% of moisture means freeze dried shrimp ships at a fraction of the weight of frozen product. A kilogram of freeze dried shrimp delivers the equivalent protein of 3+ kg of fresh shrimp. For buyers calculating landed cost by protein yield or by flavor contribution per kg, freeze dried shrimp offers a compelling logistics cost advantage, particularly for long-distance export routes from Vietnam.
Shell off, head off, lightly cooked, and freeze dried: our product arrives at your factory or kitchen requiring no further butchering, shell removal, or pre-cooking. Straight from the pack into the production line or recipe. This reduces labor, eliminates yield loss from peeling and deveining, and simplifies quality control for food manufacturers sourcing a consistent, spec-ready ingredient.
Sustainability and traceability are no longer optional for B2B buyers selling into EU, US, UK, Japanese, and Australian markets. Our freeze dried shrimp is sourced from ASC-certified (Aquaculture Stewardship Council) farms — the global gold standard for responsible aquaculture — and produced under an ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) compliance framework covering environmental impact, labor practices, and supply chain transparency.
Critically, all shrimp is farmed antibiotic-free, with no antimicrobial growth promoters or prophylactic antibiotics used at any stage of production. This is a mandatory requirement for import into the EU under EC 37/2010 and for major retail buyers in the US and Japan, and a growing procurement specification in HORECA and food manufacturing tenders globally. For health food brands, sports nutrition buyers, and clean-label product developers, antibiotic-free certification is a non-negotiable clean-label claim that directly supports your product positioning.
What this means for your sourcing:
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Species | Penaeus vannamei (Whiteleg / Pacific White Shrimp) |
| Processing | Cleaned, shell off, head off, lightly cooked, freeze dried |
| Size | 2–5 g per piece |
| Protein content | ~60g+ per 100g (dry weight) |
| Moisture | ≤5% |
| Shelf life | 12–18 months at ambient temperature (sealed) |
| Storage | Cool, dry, away from direct sunlight — no refrigeration required |
| Certifications | ASC (Aquaculture Stewardship Council) |
| Antibiotic use | Antibiotic-free — no antimicrobials used at any production stage |
| Sustainability | ESG compliant — environmental, social & governance framework |
| Origin | Vietnam |
Freeze dried shrimp requires high-barrier, moisture-proof, oxygen-free packaging to maintain its 12–18 month ambient shelf life. We offer three packing configurations depending on your end use:
Option 1 — Bulk Mylar Bag with Oxygen Absorber (recommended for food manufacturers) Multi-layer foil Mylar pouch (1 kg / 5 kg / 10 kg fills) with oxygen absorber and heat seal. Offers maximum ambient shelf life, ideal for ingredient buyers incorporating freeze dried shrimp into production lines. Packed into outer cartons for container shipping.
Option 2 — Nitrogen-Flushed Vacuum Pouch (recommended for retail & foodservice redistribution) Individual portion-sized or mid-size pouches (50 g / 100 g / 200 g) with nitrogen flush, resealable zipper option. Protects piece integrity — critical for 2–5 g whole pieces that can break under vacuum alone. Suitable for private-label retail and foodservice distributor packs.
Option 3 — Tin Can with Oxygen Absorber (recommended for long-shelf-life and export to regulated markets) Sealed tin cans (100 g / 250 g / 500 g) with oxygen absorber — industry-standard format for premium freeze dried seafood in the US, European, and Japanese markets. Maximum protection, rodent-proof, stackable for container export.
All packing options include desiccant and oxygen absorber as standard. Private-label and custom packing available on request.
Instant Food & Ready Meal Manufacturers Freeze dried shrimp is the global standard topping for premium instant ramen, cup noodles, and noodle kits. The pieces rehydrate directly in hot water — no separate cooking step — and deliver near-fresh visual appeal and texture that distinguishes premium SKUs from standard product lines.
Pad Thai, Asian Recipe Kits & Meal Kit Manufacturers A dried shrimp recipe staple from Southeast Asia to global fusion kitchens, our freeze dried vannamei shrimp is ideal for pad thai recipe kit assembly, tamarind-based sauce ingredient kits, and Asian stir-fry recipe packs — delivering authentic shrimp flavor and appearance without refrigeration requirements in the kit supply chain.
Sports Nutrition & Protein Ingredient Brands At 60g+ protein per 100g, near-zero carbs, antibiotic-free, and clean-label status, freeze dried shrimp protein is gaining traction as a premium seafood protein ingredient in sports nutrition, keto snack, and high-protein snack product lines. Buyers seeking dried shrimp macros-compliant ingredients for keto and paleo product development will find this product specification-ready — and the ASC certification and antibiotic-free status support the clean-label and natural positioning these brands require.
Health Food & Specialty Retail Importers Growing consumer awareness of dried shrimp nutrition — particularly among fitness, keto, and Asian food enthusiasts — is driving retail demand in specialty health food stores, Asian grocery chains, and e-commerce platforms globally. Our ASC-certified, antibiotic-free, ESG-compliant sourcing gives your brand a verifiable sustainability story that increasingly drives purchasing decisions at retail shelf level.
Flavor & Seasoning Manufacturers Freeze dried shrimp can be ground into shrimp powder or flakes, delivering intense, clean-flavor shrimp concentrate for seasoning blends, bouillon, instant soup bases, and tamarind-shrimp flavor profiles popular across Southeast Asian and East Asian food manufacturing.
| Nutrient | Approx. Value |
|---|---|
| Protein | 60g+ |
| Fat | ~7g |
| Carbohydrates | ~2g |
| Calcium | High |
| Omega-3 fatty acids | Present |
| Vitamin B12 | High |
| Sodium | Low (lightly cooked, no added salt) |
| Antibiotics | Not detected — antibiotic-free certified |
| Sustainability | ASC certified · ESG compliant |
Our freeze dried shrimp contains no added salt and is produced antibiotic-free from ASC-certified farms, making it suitable for low-sodium, clean-label, and sustainably sourced product formulations.
Q: What is the difference between freeze dried shrimp and regular dried shrimp? A: Conventional dried shrimp uses heat or sun drying, which removes moisture but also degrades color, shrinks the piece, alters flavor, and destroys heat-sensitive nutrients. Freeze drying removes moisture through sublimation at low temperature and pressure — preserving original shape, color, texture, and up to 97% of nutritional value. The result is a superior product for food manufacturers and ingredient buyers who require consistent quality, visual appeal, and clean dried shrimp nutrition.
Q: Does freeze dried shrimp need to be refrigerated? A: No. This is one of its primary commercial advantages. In sealed packaging (Mylar, nitrogen-flushed pouch, or tin can with oxygen absorber), freeze dried shrimp is fully shelf-stable at ambient temperature for 12–18 months. No cold chain is required from factory to warehouse to end user — eliminating reefer freight, frozen storage costs, and temperature break risk.
Q: What are the dried shrimp macros per 100g? A: Approximately 60g+ protein, ~7g fat, ~2g carbohydrates per 100g (dry weight). These macros make freeze dried shrimp one of the most protein-dense, low-carb seafood ingredients available — well suited for keto, paleo, high-protein, and clean-label product formulations where dried shrimp protein content is a key specification.
Q: What B2B applications is this best suited for? A: The primary B2B applications are instant noodle and ramen topping (the largest global use), meal kit and recipe kit assembly (pad thai recipe and Asian cuisine kits), sports nutrition and protein ingredient supply, retail snack and health food, and flavoring/seasoning ingredient manufacturing. The lightly cooked, shell-off, head-off spec means no further processing is required by the buyer.
Q: What certifications does the product carry? A: Our freeze dried shrimp is sourced from ASC-certified (Aquaculture Stewardship Council) farms — the internationally recognized standard for responsible, sustainable aquaculture. The product is produced antibiotic-free, with zero antimicrobial use at any stage of farming or processing. Our operations are ESG compliant, with full environmental, social, and governance documentation available for buyer supplier audits, CSR reporting, and retailer sustainability requirements. For EU importers, our product meets EC 37/2010 antibiotic maximum residue limit (MRL) zero-tolerance requirements. Certificates are available on request.
Q: What does "antibiotic-free" mean for this product and why does it matter for B2B buyers? A: Antibiotic-free means no antimicrobial agents — including antibiotics used as growth promoters or disease prevention — are administered to the shrimp at any stage of farming. This is a mandatory EU import requirement and an increasingly standard procurement specification for US, Japanese, and Australian buyers, as well as a growing on-pack claim for health food, sports nutrition, and clean-label brands. Our antibiotic-free status is verifiable through farm-level documentation and residue testing results available upon request.
Q: What packing is recommended for container shipment? A: For bulk ingredient buyers, 1–10 kg Mylar bulk bags with oxygen absorber, packed into outer cartons, are the most cost-efficient format for container export. For retail redistribution, nitrogen-flushed retail pouches in branded cartons are recommended. We can work with your specification and MOQ to determine the optimal packing configuration.
Q: Can you supply private-label or custom pack sizes? A: Yes. Private-label packaging, custom pouch and tin sizes, and branded carton printing are available for established B2B buyers with sufficient volume. Contact us with your target market, pack size, and labeling requirements.
Looking for a reliable freeze dried shrimp wholesale supplier or freeze dried seafood export Vietnam partner? We offer competitive FOB/CIF pricing, full export documentation, ASC certification, ESG compliance records, antibiotic-free verification, flexible packing options (Mylar bulk, nitrogen-flush retail pouch, or tin can), and 12–18 months ambient shelf life — purpose-built for importers, food manufacturers, meal kit brands, and health food distributors globally.
Contact us today to request product specifications, a technical data sheet, certification documents, or to discuss your ingredient volume requirements.
