Spiny Lobster is a key product in global seafood trade, with significant volumes moving every year from Viet Nam to import markets such as Viet Nam. The category includes Panulirus argus, Panulirus homarus.
Production comes from FAO areas SLC, 31, 41, LOK, 51, 57, 61, 71, using 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, Spiny Lobster is sold in multiple frozen formats and packagings, including Loose Bulk IQF, Printed Bag, Vacuum Bag, with a portfolio of around 0 SKUs covering retail, foodservice and industry specs.
Based on recent trade data, export prices for Spiny Lobster 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.
Active suppliers
76 suppliers
Top Exporter 2024
Viet Nam
Top Importer 2024
Viet Nam
Active offers
0 live offers
data points 2024
7,473 import / export d.p
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Spiny Lobster refers to traded products within the Panulirus argus, Panulirus homarus category, typically sourced across multiple origins and specifications. On this page you’ll find packaging options (Loose Bulk IQF, Printed Bag, Vacuum Bag), and sourcing/traceability context (Atlantic, Western Central, Atlantic, Southwest, Indian Ocean, Western, Indian Ocean, Eastern, Pacific, Northwest, Pacific, Western Central).
What packaging formats are typical for Spiny Lobster?
The most common packaging formats for Spiny Lobster include Loose Bulk IQF, Printed Bag, Vacuum Bag. Packaging affects logistics cost, cold-chain handling, storage efficiency, and how buyers position the product (bulk vs. retail-ready).
How is Spiny Lobster typically caught or harvested?
Common catching/harvesting methods for Spiny Lobster include Traps. Catching method can influence sustainability claims, certification eligibility, and buyer acceptance depending on the market.
When is the catching/harvesting season for Spiny Lobster?
Typical catching/harvesting seasons include July - February, January - December. Seasonality may vary by fishing zone and origin, so always interpret seasons alongside the relevant FAO areas (Atlantic, Western Central, Atlantic, Southwest, Indian Ocean, Western, Indian Ocean, Eastern, Pacific, Northwest, Pacific, Western Central).
What certificates are common for Spiny Lobster?
Common certificates associated with Spiny Lobster include Marine Stewardship Council, Halal. Certificate requirements depend on your buyer, destination market, and whether you’re targeting specific retail or foodservice standards.
Can I actually buy Spiny Lobster at the offered price?
Yes. The prices shown for Spiny Lobster come from real, live offers and reflect what suppliers are currently willing to sell.
Seafood prices depend on the exact spec (cut, size, packaging, origin, delivery terms). If the spec changes, the price changes. Tracea uses AI to standardize Spiny Lobster down to the SKU level, so you can clearly see what the price includes and compare offers properly.