Octopus is a key product in global seafood trade, with significant volumes moving every year from United States of America to import markets such as Aruba. The category includes Octopus cyanea, Octopus maya, Octopus mimus, Octopus vulgaris.
Production comes from FAO areas OQC, 51, 57, 71, OQY, 31, QDM, 87, OCC, 21, 27, 34, 37, 41, using Trawling, Handline, Traps. The main season runs year-round, with peak landings in year-round, which is when availability and price levels are usually most competitive.
Commercially, Octopus is sold in multiple frozen formats and packagings, including Loose Bulk IQF, IVP Bulk, Tray, Vacuum Bag, Printed Bag, Rider Bag, with a portfolio of around 0 SKUs covering retail, foodservice and industry specs.
Based on recent trade data, export prices for Octopus products on this page average around N/A per kg, typically ranging from N/A to N/A depending on origin, size, specification and contract terms.