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Exhibiting at Seafood Expo North America 2025

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Boston Convention and Exhibition Center in Boston, Massachusetts
16 Mar - 18 Mar, 2025

Product Offerings

Products:

Seafood: Mexican Shrimp, Mayan Octopus

Processed Foods: Fries, Tuna

Arli Foods LLC is a San Antonio, Texas-based food production and distribution company specializing in premium seafood products. The company is known for its deep-rooted relationships with artisanal fisheries across Mexico and Latin America, providing a reliable and traceable supply chain to international buyers. With a focus on sustainability and quality, Arli Foods has positioned itself as a vital link between high-quality seafood producers and the North American and global markets.

Core Business

Arli Foods is primarily engaged in the sourcing, processing, and export of wild-caught and responsibly harvested seafood. Their portfolio includes premium products such as Mexican Shrimp and Mayan Octopus, alongside other high-demand items like Tuna and value-added processed foods including French fries. The company plays a dual role as both a producer and trader, ensuring full control over the supply chain from ocean to market.

Product Offerings

Arli Foods' product categories include:

  • Seafood
    • Wild Mexican Blue Shrimp
    • Mayan Octopus (Octopus Maya)
    • Tuna (whole, loins, steaks)
  • Processed Foods
    • Frozen French Fries
    • Other selected ready-to-cook items

Each product undergoes strict quality control, traceability protocols, and complies with international food safety standards, targeting discerning buyers in the retail, foodservice, and wholesale distribution segments.

Specialization and USP

Arli Foods' major strength lies in its direct sourcing from artisanal fisheries and small-scale cooperatives throughout the Yucatan Peninsula and Gulf of Mexico. This enables them to offer products with complete traceability, freshness, and sustainability certifications. Their Mayan Octopus, for example, is caught during strictly regulated seasons, ensuring environmental balance and compliance with marine biodiversity preservation norms.

Their shrimp, known for its size and flavor, is sourced from cooperatives with generations of fishing tradition. Arli Foods also adds value through IQF (Individually Quick Frozen) processing methods, maintaining freshness and extending shelf life.

Financials

While Arli Foods LLC does not publicly disclose its financials, export data and third-party platforms indicate robust international activity. According to ImportYeti, the company has worked with major U.S. importers such as International Seafood Ventures and other distributors, reflecting consistent cross-border shipments.

Trade data platforms suggest over 180+ shipments from Mexico to the U.S. between 2020 and 2023, with a strong emphasis on frozen seafood products. These shipments highlight Arli Foods’ stable operational scale and increasing demand in the North American market.

Target Market

Arli Foods primarily targets:

  • Foodservice distributors in North America
  • Retail chains demanding traceable, sustainably harvested seafood
  • Gourmet restaurants and chefs seeking premium Mexican and Latin American seafood
  • International wholesalers in Asia and Europe seeking certified wild-caught shrimp and octopus

Capabilities

  • In-house cold storage and packing facilities in San Antonio, Texas
  • Dedicated procurement offices in Mexico for sourcing and quality assurance
  • Real-time tracking systems for shipments and inventory
  • HACCP and FDA-compliant processing systems
  • Ability to handle both bulk and retail-ready packaging

Certifications & Compliance

Arli Foods ensures full compliance with U.S. and international seafood standards, including:

  • HACCP (Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point)
  • FDA registration for imports
  • Traceability documentation for all wild-caught seafood
  • Alignment with Mexican fishing regulations including seasonal bans, size limits, and gear types

Customer Testimonials

Although direct testimonials are not published on public platforms, Arli Foods' repeat shipments and consistent importer relationships suggest a high degree of buyer satisfaction, particularly for their consistency in quality and sourcing reliability.

Achievements

  • Established long-term contracts with fishing cooperatives across Mexico
  • Expanded into U.S. distribution with a physical presence in San Antonio
  • Maintained a strong export record through challenging pandemic conditions
  • Recognized by buyers for providing year-round availability of seasonal seafood

Arli Foods continues to grow its presence in international markets by combining local sourcing expertise with U.S.-based logistical capabilities, making it a reliable partner for seafood importers seeking sustainability, quality, and traceability.