Sprats is a key product in global seafood trade, with significant volumes moving every year from United Arab Emirates to import markets such as Russian Federation. The category includes Sprattus sprattus.
Production comes from FAO areas SPR, 27, 37, using Purse seine, Lift net, Trawling, Gillnet. The main season runs year-round, with peak landings in year-round, which is when availability and price levels are usually most competitive.
Commercially, Sprats is sold in multiple frozen formats and packagings, including Naked Block, Loose Bulk IQF, 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 Sprats 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
158 suppliers
Top Exporter 2024
United Arab Emirates
Top Importer 2024
Russian Federation
Active offers
0 live offers
data points 2024
6,807 import / export d.p
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Sprats refers to traded products within the Sprattus sprattus category, typically sourced across multiple origins and specifications. On this page you’ll find packaging options (Naked Block, Loose Bulk IQF, Printed Bag, Rider Bag), and sourcing/traceability context (Atlantic, Northeast, Mediterranean and Black Sea).
What packaging formats are typical for Sprats?
The most common packaging formats for Sprats include Naked Block, Loose Bulk IQF, Printed Bag, Rider Bag. Packaging affects logistics cost, cold-chain handling, storage efficiency, and how buyers position the product (bulk vs. retail-ready).
How is Sprats typically caught or harvested?
Common catching/harvesting methods for Sprats include Purse seine, Lift net, Trawling, Gillnet. Catching method can influence sustainability claims, certification eligibility, and buyer acceptance depending on the market.
When is the catching/harvesting season for Sprats?
Typical catching/harvesting seasons include October - March. Seasonality may vary by fishing zone and origin, so always interpret seasons alongside the relevant FAO areas (Atlantic, Northeast, Mediterranean and Black Sea).
What certificates are common for Sprats?
Common certificates associated with Sprats include Marine Stewardship Council, Kosher, Halal. Certificate requirements depend on your buyer, destination market, and whether you’re targeting specific retail or foodservice standards.
Can I actually buy Sprats at the offered price?
Yes. The prices shown for Sprats 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 Sprats down to the SKU level, so you can clearly see what the price includes and compare offers properly.