Frozen Cuttlefish Head (Sepia pharaonis, Sepiella japonica) – Vietnam Supplier

Frozen Cuttlefish Head (Sepia pharaonis, Sepiella japonica) is a wild-caught, naturally processed seafood product supplied wholesale from Vietnam by Baseafood. Available in skin-on and skinless formats, Frozen Cuttlefish Head is a cost-effective cephalopod raw material suitable for stir-fry, soup, hotpot, braised dishes and further seafood processing. The product is processed without additives and supplied in IQF format for convenient handling by international seafood buyers.

What Is Frozen Cuttlefish Head (Sepia pharaonis, Sepiella japonica)?

Frozen Cuttlefish Head (Sepia pharaonis, Sepiella japonica) is the head portion separated from the mantle during cuttlefish processing. It is commonly used as a value-oriented cephalopod ingredient rather than for premium whole-cuttlefish presentations.

Frozen Cuttlefish Head is available in both skin-on and skinless formats. Skin-on retains the natural outer skin and appearance, while skinless provides a cleaner and more uniform appearance for certain foodservice and retail applications.

Commercial Names for Frozen Cuttlefish Head

English name: Frozen Cuttlefish Head

Vietnamese name: Đầu mực nang

Filipino name: Cuttlefish head

Chinese name: 墨鱼头

French name: Tête de seiche

Frozen Cuttlefish Head Specifications

Product Name: Frozen Cuttlefish Head

Scientific Name:Sepia pharaonis, Sepiella japonica

Product Form: Head, skin-on or skinless

Available Sizes: 1/2, 2/4, 4/8, 8/12, 13/20, 20/40, 40/60, 60up pcs/kg

Packing: IQF, 10 kg/carton

Shelf Life: 24 months

Storage Temperature: -18°C or below

Origin: Vietnam — wild-caught, naturally processed, no additives

HS Code: 0307.43.90

Quality Certifications: HACCP, BRC, IFS, ISO 22000, HALAL, FDA Registration, EU Registered

Price: USD 5–7/kg

Frozen Cuttlefish Head Nutrition Facts

Nutrition Facts per 100 g: Calories: 60 kcal; Protein: 12 g; Total Fat: 0.5 g; Saturated Fat: 0 g; Trans Fat: 0 g; Cholesterol: 140 mg; Sodium: 290 mg; Total Carbohydrate: 0 g; Dietary Fiber: 0 g; Total Sugars: 0 g; Added Sugars: 0 g; Vitamin D: 0 µg; Calcium: 14 mg; Iron: 0.2 mg; Potassium: 20 mg.

Frozen Cuttlefish Head is a good source of high-quality protein and provides important minerals and vitamins, including selenium, phosphorus and vitamin B12. Nutritional values may vary depending on species, season, size and preparation method.

How to Cook Frozen Cuttlefish Head

Frozen Cuttlefish Head is suitable for various Asian and Southeast Asian cooking methods, particularly dishes where the cuttlefish is cut into smaller pieces and cooked with vegetables, broth or sauce.

Vietnamese Cuisine: Đầu mực nang xào rau củ, đầu mực nang nấu canh, đầu mực nang kho and hotpot dishes.

Philippine Cuisine: Cuttlefish head can be stir-fried, grilled or cooked in savory sauces and seafood-based dishes.

Chinese Cuisine: Cuttlefish head is suitable for stir-frying with vegetables, hotpot, braising and cooking with savory sauces.

B2B Export-Import

Frozen Cuttlefish Head is suitable for:

Wholesale seafood distribution

Supermarkets and retail chains

Restaurants and foodservice

Ethnic grocery stores

Seafood processing

Canning and further processing

Food manufacturing

Value-oriented seafood products

The product provides seafood manufacturers and foodservice operators with a cost-effective cuttlefish raw material for products requiring convenient frozen cephalopod ingredients.

How Baseafood Processes Frozen Cuttlefish Head

Baseafood processes Frozen Cuttlefish Head under strict food safety and quality control systems to preserve freshness, texture, nutritional value and traceability.

Selection of wild-caught cuttlefish from approved fishing vessels and suppliers

Separation and preparation of the cuttlefish head according to customer specifications

Skin-on or skinless processing according to buyer requirements

Washing, grading and sizing

Quality inspection before and during processing

Rapid IQF freezing to maintain freshness and natural texture

Packing according to customer requirements

Metal detection and final quality inspection

Cold storage at -18°C or below

Export Markets for Frozen Cuttlefish Head

Export Markets: Southeast Asia, China, Japan, South Korea, Europe, the Middle East, Africa, Australia and other international seafood markets.

Frozen Cuttlefish Head is supplied to seafood importers, wholesalers, distributors, retailers, foodservice companies and seafood processors seeking wild-caught, additive-free cuttlefish products from Vietnam.

Why Source Frozen Cuttlefish Head from Vietnam?

Vietnam has strong seafood processing capabilities, competitive production costs, experienced seafood exporters and efficient international logistics. Sourcing Frozen Cuttlefish Head from Vietnam allows buyers to access cost-effective cephalopod raw materials, flexible specifications and professional export services.

Competitive manufacturing costs

Experienced seafood processing industry

Modern freezing and processing technology

International food safety certifications

Wild-caught seafood sourcing

Additive-free product options

Flexible OEM and private label solutions

Professional export documentation and logistics support

Frequently Asked Questions About Frozen Cuttlefish Head

What is the scientific name of Frozen Cuttlefish Head?

The scientific names specified for Frozen Cuttlefish Head are Sepia pharaonis and Sepiella japonica.

What are the commercial names of Frozen Cuttlefish Head?

Frozen Cuttlefish Head is commercially known as Cuttlefish Head, Frozen Cuttlefish Head Skin-On, Frozen Cuttlefish Head Skinless and Cuttlefish Head IQF. It is known as Đầu mực nang in Vietnam, 墨鱼头 in Chinese and Tête de seiche in French.

What is the origin of Frozen Cuttlefish Head?

Frozen Cuttlefish Head supplied by Baseafood is sourced from wild-caught cuttlefish and processed in Vietnam.

Which countries import Frozen Cuttlefish Head?

Frozen Cuttlefish Head can be supplied to buyers in Southeast Asia, China, Japan, South Korea, Europe, the Middle East, Africa, Australia and other international seafood markets, subject to destination-country import requirements.

Who is a Vietnam supplier and exporter for Frozen Cuttlefish Head?

Baseafood is a Vietnam supplier and exporter of Frozen Cuttlefish Head, supplying wild-caught, naturally processed and additive-free cuttlefish products for wholesalers, distributors, foodservice companies and seafood processors.

What sizes are available for Frozen Cuttlefish Head?

Frozen Cuttlefish Head is available in eight size grades: 1/2, 2/4, 4/8, 8/12, 13/20, 20/40, 40/60 and 60up pcs/kg.

What packing options are available for Frozen Cuttlefish Head?

Frozen Cuttlefish Head is supplied in IQF format, 10 kg/carton. Other packing options can be discussed according to customer requirements.

What is the difference between skin-on and skinless Frozen Cuttlefish Head?

Skin-on Frozen Cuttlefish Head retains its natural outer skin and traditional appearance. Skinless Frozen Cuttlefish Head has the outer skin removed, providing a cleaner and more uniform appearance that can be preferred for certain retail and foodservice applications.

Which HS Code is commonly used for Frozen Cuttlefish Head?

The HS Code provided for Frozen Cuttlefish Head is 0307.43.90.

Can Baseafood supply mixed containers of Frozen Cuttlefish Head?

Yes. Baseafood can discuss mixed-container options for Frozen Cuttlefish Head depending on the total quantity, product combination, destination and container loading requirements.

What is the price for Frozen Cuttlefish Head?

The indicative price for Frozen Cuttlefish Head is around USD 5–7/kg, depending on size, skin-on or skinless format, quantity, packing, destination and shipping terms.

Contact Baseafood – Vietnam Frozen Cuttlefish Head Supplier & Exporter

If you are looking for a reliable supplier of Frozen Cuttlefish Head from Vietnam, Baseafood can support your sourcing requirements with product specifications, competitive pricing, samples and export documentation.

Contact: Ms. Nguyen

Email: nguyen.thao@baseafood.net

WhatsApp: +84 702 520 288