Import Frozen Hilsa Fish — Buy in Bulk from Supplier in France

Frozen Hilsa Fish from Soupin Jean Stephane is sourced from wild-caught specimens and processed using IQF technology to preserve texture and natural oils. Each 10 kg bulk unit contains whole fish, head-on, with gills and scales intact, frozen at -30°C within 6 hours of catch. The product contains no preservatives, phosphates, or artificial additives, as confirmed by the supplier’s processing declaration.

The fish is typically graded for fat content and flesh firmness, with a natural silver-blue sheen and moderate oiliness characteristic of mature Hilsa. In South Asian markets, the species is classified by length: medium (25-35 cm) and large (35-45 cm). This batch aligns with standard commercial size ranges, though exact dimensions are not specified by the supplier. The IQF method ensures individual fillets remain separate, reducing clumping and enabling portion control during thawing.

This product is primarily purchased by restaurants specializing in Bengali, Odia, and Bangladeshi cuisine, as well as importers supplying ethnic retail chains in Europe. Buyers typically use it for curries, fried preparations, and steamed dishes requiring rich, fatty flesh. Trade terms include FOB and CIF, with packaging in 10 kg vacuum-sealed polyethylene overwrap inside corrugated cartons. Lead time and minimum order quantities must be confirmed directly with the supplier.

Soupin Jean Stephane is listed as an importer of frozen seafood with a harbor-based logistics profile in France. The supplier does not state whether it is a processor, distributor, or trader, nor does it provide details on staff, facility size, or years of operation. Its trust tier is classified as 'harbor', indicating direct access to port-based cold chain infrastructure, but no certifications, client list, or production capacity are disclosed.

The supplier has no recorded response rate or average response time, suggesting limited buyer communication capability. There is no evidence of direct fishing, aquaculture, or processing operations. All product claims are derived from third-party listing data. Buyers should treat this entity as a logistics intermediary or broker unless verified otherwise through direct inquiry.