Frozen Leather Jacket Fish HGT (Aluterus monoceros) – Vietnam Supplier

Frozen Leather Jacket Fish HGT (Aluterus monoceros) is a lean marine fish supplied wholesale from Vietnam by Baseafood. Processed head off, gutted and tail off, it offers firm white flesh, a mild flavor and convenient handling for importers, distributors, processors and foodservice buyers.

What Is Frozen Leather Jacket Fish HGT (Aluterus monoceros)?

Frozen Leather Jacket Fish HGT is made from Aluterus monoceros, a marine fish commonly known as Leather Jacket Fish or Unicorn Leatherjacket.

The HGT format means the fish is headed, gutted and tail off before freezing. This removes major non-edible portions and gives seafood processors and foodservice buyers a cleaner raw material with less preparation and waste.

Leather Jacket Fish has firm, mild-tasting flesh and is suitable for frying, grilling, curries, drying and further processing.

Commercial Names for Frozen Leather Jacket Fish HGT

English name: Leather Jacket Fish, Unicorn Leatherjacket, Unicorn Filefish

Vietnamese name: Cá Bò Da

Chinese name: 单角革鲀

Japanese name: ウスバハギ

Korean name: 말쥐치

Other commercial names: Leatherjacket Fish, Filefish, Unicorn Filefish

Frozen Leather Jacket Fish HGT Specifications

Product Name: Frozen Leather Jacket Fish HGT

Scientific Name:Aluterus monoceros

Product Form: HGT – head off, gutted, tail off

Available Sizes: 100/200 pcs/kg, 200/300 pcs/kg

Packing: 5 kg/block × 2 blocks/CTN

Net Weight: 10 kg/CTN

Freezing: Block frozen

Shelf Life: 24 months

Storage Temperature: -18°C or below

Origin: Vietnam

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

Frozen Leather Jacket Fish HGT Nutrition Facts

Nutrition Profile: Leather Jacket Fish is a lean source of high-quality protein and naturally contains relatively low levels of fat. It also provides nutrients commonly found in marine fish, including omega-3 fatty acids, phosphorus, vitamin B12 and vitamin D.

Its lean flesh and mild flavor make it suitable for consumers looking for a versatile marine protein for everyday meals.

How to Cook Frozen Leather Jacket Fish HGT

Vietnamese Cuisine: Cá bò da is commonly grilled, fried, cooked with chili and lemongrass, or used for dried and seasoned seafood products.

Korean Cuisine: Filefish can be grilled or seasoned and is also widely associated with dried fish preparations and seafood snacks.

Chinese Cuisine: Leather Jacket Fish can be braised, steamed, deep-fried or cooked with ginger, scallions, chili and savory sauces.

B2B Export-Import

Frozen Leather Jacket Fish HGT is suitable for:

Seafood importers and wholesalers

Foodservice and HORECA distributors

Restaurants and catering companies

Frozen seafood retailers

Dried seafood processors

Seasoned fish manufacturers

Seafood filleting and further-processing plants

Asian and ethnic grocery distributors

The HGT format helps processors reduce trimming labor and waste while providing a convenient raw material for further production.

How Baseafood Processes Frozen Leather Jacket Fish HGT

Baseafood processes Frozen Leather Jacket Fish HGT under controlled food safety and quality systems to preserve freshness, texture and product consistency.

Selection of fresh Leather Jacket Fish raw material

Washing and preliminary inspection

Sorting and grading by size

Removal of head

Gutting and cleaning

Removal of tail

Final washing and inspection

Arranging fish into 5 kg blocks

Rapid freezing

Packing 2 × 5 kg blocks per carton

Metal detection and final quality control

Frozen storage at -18°C or below

Export Markets for Frozen Leather Jacket Fish HGT

Export Markets: China, South Korea, Japan, Southeast Asia, UAE, Saudi Arabia, other Middle Eastern markets, Ghana, Benin, Nigeria, Europe and other international seafood markets.

The product is suitable for markets requiring economical marine fish for retail, foodservice, drying and further processing.

Why Source Frozen Leather Jacket Fish HGT from Vietnam?

Vietnam has an established marine fishing and seafood-processing industry, making it a competitive sourcing origin for Leather Jacket Fish and other tropical marine species.

Established marine fish supply

Competitive processing costs

Experienced seafood-processing workforce

Convenient HGT processing

Consistent size grading

Export-oriented block packing

International food safety systems

Professional cold-chain and export logistics

Flexible supply for wholesalers and processors

Frequently Asked Questions About Frozen Leather Jacket Fish HGT

What is the scientific name of Frozen Leather Jacket Fish HGT?

The scientific name is Aluterus monoceros, commonly known as Leather Jacket Fish, Unicorn Leatherjacket or Unicorn Filefish.

What are the commercial names of Leather Jacket Fish?

It is commonly known as Leather Jacket Fish, Unicorn Leatherjacket and Unicorn Filefish. In Vietnam, it is called Cá Bò Da.

What does HGT mean?

HGT means headed, gutted and tail off. The head, internal organs and tail are removed before freezing, making the fish more convenient for further processing or cooking.

What sizes are available for Frozen Leather Jacket Fish HGT?

Available sizes are 100/200 pcs/kg and 200/300 pcs/kg.

What packing is available?

Frozen Leather Jacket Fish HGT is packed 5 kg/block × 2 blocks/carton, giving a total net weight of 10 kg per carton.

Which countries import Frozen Leather Jacket Fish HGT?

Key markets include China, South Korea, Japan, Southeast Asia, the Middle East, Africa and ethnic seafood markets in Europe.

Who is a Vietnam supplier and exporter of Frozen Leather Jacket Fish HGT?

Baseafood supplies Frozen Leather Jacket Fish HGT from Vietnam to seafood importers, distributors, processors, retailers and foodservice buyers.

Can Baseafood supply mixed containers?

Yes. Mixed-container shipments can be discussed depending on product availability, quantity, destination and required product combination.

Contact Baseafood – Vietnam Frozen Leather Jacket Fish HGT Supplier & Exporter

If you are looking for a reliable Frozen Leather Jacket Fish HGT supplier from Vietnam, Baseafood can support your sourcing requirements with export-grade processing, block packing and professional seafood export services.

Contact: Ms. Nguyen
Email: nguyen.thao@baseafood.net
WhatsApp: +84 702 520 288