Exhibiting at Seafood Expo North America 2025

Brazilian Fish is one of Brazil’s leading aquaculture producers and exporters, specializing in premium-quality Tilapia products. Based in Santa Fé do Sul, São Paulo state, the company is part of the Grupo Ambar Amaral and operates with a fully integrated supply chain—from hatchery to processing to international distribution. Brazilian Fish is internationally recognized for its commitment to sustainable aquaculture, high food safety standards, and consistent product quality tailored to global market demands.

Company Overview

Founded as an arm of Grupo Ambar Amaral, Brazilian Fish leverages over 30 years of aquaculture expertise and technological innovation. It has grown to become one of Brazil’s foremost exporters of farmed Tilapia, serving markets across North America, Europe, Asia, and the Middle East. With a strategic location near the Paraná River basin and robust infrastructure, the company ensures year-round supply of fresh and frozen Tilapia products.

Core Business

Brazilian Fish focuses on the farming, processing, and global distribution of Tilapia in multiple formats. The business is vertically integrated, covering:

• Fish farming and hatchery operations
• On-site feed production
• Advanced slaughter and processing facilities
• Custom packaging and private labeling
• Export logistics and international compliance

By maintaining control over the entire production process, the company guarantees traceability, quality control, and sustainability at every stage.

Product & Service Offerings

Tilapia Fillets

• Fresh Tilapia Fillets – Skinless, boneless, trimmed to exact specifications
• Frozen Tilapia Fillets – Individually Quick Frozen (IQF), vacuum packed
• Available in sizes ranging from 3–5 oz, 5–7 oz, and 7–9 oz

Whole Tilapia

• Fresh Whole Tilapia – Scaled, gutted, head-on or headless
• Frozen Whole Tilapia – Blast frozen or IQF for retail or foodservice

Ready-to-Eat & Value-Added Products

• Tilapia Appetizers – Breaded and flavored options for retail
• Pururuca de Tilápia – Crispy, high-protein Tilapia skin snack
• Tilapia Meal Kits – Packaged fillets with marinades and sides for convenience cooking

Products are delivered in foodservice and retail packaging formats, with private label options available for international clients.

Specialization & Core USP

Brazilian Fish’s unique value proposition lies in its total supply chain integration, which includes:

• In-house aquaculture facilities following best practices in fish health, water quality, and nutrition
• A state-of-the-art processing plant capable of processing more than 80,000 tons of Tilapia per year
• Full traceability from fingerling to final product
• Export expertise and compliance with FDA, EU, and Codex Alimentarius standards

Their commitment to sustainability and precision farming has earned them trust among importers and consumers alike.

Financial Performance

Though privately held, estimates from industry reports and export registries suggest:

• Annual revenues between USD 40–60 million
• Exports to over 20 countries worldwide
• Handling of over 6,500 tons of Tilapia fillets annually
• Double-digit growth rate fueled by demand in North America and the Middle East

Brazilian Fish is consistently ranked among the top 3 Brazilian Tilapia exporters based on export volume.

Shipment Records

Trade data from platforms such as Trademap and Brazilian customs indicates:

• Primary export destinations: United States, Canada, UAE, Saudi Arabia, Netherlands
• Export formats: fresh chilled by air freight and frozen by sea container
• Compliance with SIF (Federal Inspection Service) of Brazil, allowing access to international markets
• Exports processed under HS Codes 0304 and 0302 for fillets and whole fish respectively

The company’s logistics department coordinates with major ports including Porto de Santos and Viracopos Airport to ensure efficient delivery.

Target Market

Brazilian Fish serves a global customer base including:

• Retail grocery chains and supermarket groups
• Seafood distributors and importers
• Quick-service and casual dining restaurants
• Ethnic markets specializing in Latin, Middle Eastern, and African cuisines

The company is particularly well-positioned to meet the demands of markets with dietary preferences favoring white, mild, lean fish.

Capabilities

Brazilian Fish boasts advanced aquaculture and processing capabilities:

• Hatchery, nursery, grow-out ponds, and finishing tanks
• Automated feeding and health monitoring systems
• Processing capacity: up to 150 tons/day
• HACCP-certified and ISO-compliant facility
• Cold storage capacity exceeding 1,000 tons

Their technology-forward approach includes water recirculation systems and precision nutrition to improve feed conversion and fish health.

Certifications & Compliance

Brazilian Fish meets rigorous global standards, including:

• HACCP (Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points)
• SIF certification (Brazil's Federal Inspection Service)
• FDA registration for U.S. exports
• ISO 22000 and 9001 (Food Safety and Quality Management)
• Halal Certification for Middle Eastern markets
• Sustainability protocols aligned with Best Aquaculture Practices (BAP)

These certifications ensure eligibility for export to some of the world’s most regulated food markets.

Customer Testimonials

“Brazilian Fish provides consistent quality Tilapia fillets that meet our exacting specifications. Their traceability and freshness have earned our loyalty.”
— Head of Procurement, U.S.-based Seafood Importer

“We love working with Brazilian Fish because of their flexibility, professionalism, and deep commitment to sustainable aquaculture.”
— Distributor, Netherlands

Major Achievements

• Among Brazil’s top Tilapia exporters by volume and value
• Successfully launched Pururuca de Tilápia, a high-protein snack gaining traction in global markets
• Expanded production capacity by 30% in 2023 through new pond construction and processing lines
• Featured in Seafood Brasil, AquaFeed International, and Global Aquaculture Advocate
• Exported to five continents, serving large-scale retail and foodservice clients

Brazilian Fish continues to shape the future of aquaculture in Latin America through its focus on traceable, high-quality, and value-added Tilapia products. With a growing global footprint and robust operational capabilities, the company is well-positioned to meet the rising international demand for sustainable and nutritious farmed seafood.