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Technical Specification
Chilean Mussels
Mytilus chilensisSweet, plump, and clean IQF Mussels from the cold Patagonian waters
Product Datasheet
Standardized export packing and calibration specifications. Custom profiles available for volume contract accounts.
| Presentations | Whole Shell Cooked (vacuum pack), Half Shell Cooked, Cooked Mussel Meat (IQF) |
| Caliber / Sizing | Whole: 40-60, 60-80 pcs/kg | Meat: 100-200, 200-300, 300-500 pcs/kg |
| Packaging | Vacuum bag 1kg (2.2 lbs) or bulk 5kg/10kg master cartons |
| Palletization | 90 cases per pallet (Standard US Pallet) |
| Temperature Control | Frozen (IQF) at -18°C (-0.4°F) or below |
| MOQ | 1 Reefer FCL (Full Container Load) - Approx. 20,000 kg |
| Incoterms Options | FOB Lirquén/Coronel, CFR Miami Port, CIF Miami Port, DDP Doral Warehouse |
❓ Frequently Asked Sourcing Questions
Q: Are the mussels cooked or raw?
All our export mussels are fully cooked, cleaned, depurated, and IQF frozen. They are ready-to-heat and eat.
Q: What is the shelf life of frozen mussels?
Properly stored at -18°C or below, our cooked mussels maintain premium quality for 24 months from the production date.
Q: What certifications do your mussels have?
Our mussels are certified BRC Global Standards, IFS Food, and ASC certified, conforming to all US FDA import standards.