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Exhibiting at Thaifex - Anuga Asia 2025

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IMPACT Muang Thong Thani
27 May - 31 May, 2025

Product Offerings

Product Categories:

Fish and Seafood Products, Seafood

Products:

Wild Alaska Pollock: Whole Fillet Blocks, Surimi, Roe

Wild Pacific Hake (Whiting): Surimi, Fillet Blocks

Pacific Cod: Fillet Blocks, Minced Blocks, Headed & Gutted

Yellowfin Sole: Headed & Gutted, Whole

Fish Oil: Aqua-grade Crude Fish Oil

Fishmeal: ULBA® White Fish Meal

Marine Collagen Proteins: MCP™ for Companion Animal Feed

Product Gallery:

American Seafoods Japan K.K., headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, is the regional arm of American Seafoods Group, one of the largest integrated harvesters, processors, and exporters of wild-caught seafood from the North Pacific. With a legacy tied to sustainable fishing and high-capacity at-sea processing, the company supplies premium seafood ingredients and value-added marine proteins to Japan’s demanding foodservice, industrial, and feed markets.

Core Business and Offerings

The company offers a broad spectrum of wild-caught marine products, directly sourced from American Seafoods Group’s U.S.-flagged catcher-processor vessels operating in the Bering Sea and North Pacific.

Key Products:

  • Wild Alaska Pollock
    • Whole Fillet Blocks
    • Surimi (Grade A/B)
    • Roe (Processed for Japanese sushi and snack markets)
  • Wild Pacific Hake (Whiting)
    • Fillet Blocks
    • Surimi for value-added processing
  • Pacific Cod
    • Fillet Blocks
    • Minced Blocks
    • Headed & Gutted (H&G)
  • Yellowfin Sole
    • Whole fish
    • H&G for further processing
  • Fish Oil
    • Aqua-grade Crude Fish Oil used in aquaculture feeds
  • Fishmeal
    • ULBA® White Fish Meal for animal nutrition
  • Marine Collagen Proteins
    • MCP™ developed for companion animal feed markets

These products serve a diverse range of applications from food manufacturing and retail to aquafeed and pet food production.

Specialization and USP

American Seafoods Japan K.K. stands out through its:

  • Direct access to U.S.-managed fisheries – Sustainable and quota-regulated by NOAA
  • High-efficiency at-sea processing – Catches are frozen within hours to preserve quality
  • Traceability from catch to delivery
  • Tailored product specifications for the Japanese market, especially in surimi and roe

The company’s approach ensures freshness, sustainability, and customization, aligning with Japan’s rigorous food quality standards.

Financials and Market Footprint

As part of American Seafoods Group, the company contributes significantly to its global revenues.

  • Parent Group Estimated Annual Revenue: ~$500 million USD
  • Export Share to Asia: Japan is among the top three export markets for surimi and roe
  • Annual Volume into Japan:
    • Surimi: Over 30,000 metric tons
    • Roe and Pollock blocks: Approx. 15,000–20,000 metric tons
  • Key Clients: Large-scale food manufacturers, processors of fish cakes (kamaboko), and premium sushi/sashimi supply chains

Target Market

American Seafoods Japan K.K. supplies to:

  • Surimi manufacturers for fish cakes and imitation seafood
  • Japanese ready-meal companies
  • Pet food and aquaculture feed producers
  • Roe importers and seafood distributors
  • Institutional and industrial foodservice processors

The product line meets both culinary and industrial-grade specifications, making it ideal for Japan’s diverse market sectors.

Capabilities

  • Seamless supply chain integration with U.S.-based fleets and Japanese cold chain logistics
  • In-house product grading and QC systems
  • Export documentation support (SPS certificates, CoO, traceability documentation)
  • Market-specific adaptation (cut styles, moisture retention, roe grading)

American Seafoods also provides regular product trials and supports long-term procurement planning with its B2B partners.

Certifications and Compliance

All operations align with U.S. and international seafood sustainability and safety standards:

  • Marine Stewardship Council (MSC) Certified Fisheries
  • NOAA and NMFS compliance for U.S. fisheries management
  • HACCP and GMP certified processing vessels
  • Third-party traceability audits
  • ULBA® and MCP™ compliant with pet nutrition regulations in Asia and the U.S.

These certifications ensure regulatory readiness for Japanese and global markets.

Customer Testimonials and Recognition

The company’s long-standing supply relationships with Japanese clients indicate:

  • Consistent product quality
  • On-time seasonal delivery of roe and fillets
  • Flexibility in custom orders for surimi grades
  • Sustainability and traceability as key brand values

American Seafoods Japan is regularly featured in global seafood trade events and recognized as a reliable, volume-capable supplier in Japan’s seafood import ecosystem.

Major Achievements

  • Supplied to Japan for over 30 consecutive years, earning trusted partner status
  • Launched ULBA® white fish meal for Asian aquafeed manufacturers
  • Developed marine collagen MCP™ protein line for the high-growth pet food sector
  • Enabled traceable MSC-certified Alaska Pollock supply chain from the U.S. to Japan
  • Partnered with leading surimi brands for co-development of new product formulations

American Seafoods Japan K.K. continues to strengthen its footprint in Asia by delivering sustainable, high-quality wild seafood products tailored to Japan’s exacting standards, reinforcing its role as a critical bridge between the North Pacific and the Asian seafood economy.