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Keyport LLC, headquartered in Edmonds, Washington, is a U.S.-based premium seafood supplier specializing in wild-caught and sustainably sourced products from the Pacific Northwest and global fisheries. With decades of expertise in the seafood supply chain, Keyport has established a strong reputation for delivering traceable, high-quality seafood to foodservice, retail, and wholesale markets both domestically and internationally.
Core Business
Keyport operates as a vertically integrated seafood company focusing on the sourcing, processing, marketing, and distribution of wild-caught shellfish and finfish. The company works closely with a network of partner vessels and processing plants to ensure top-tier quality, consistent availability, and strict adherence to sustainability practices.
Its operations encompass value-added seafood processing, cold storage management, and customized packaging solutions, tailored to meet the regulatory and culinary standards of different markets.
Product and Service Offerings
Keyport LLC offers a diverse range of seafood products with an emphasis on North Pacific and North American species:
- King Crab: Wild-caught from Alaska and the Bering Sea, processed into whole legs, claws, and portions. Offered in various sizes and formats including cooked and frozen.
- Snow Crab: Sourced primarily from the Bering Sea and the Atlantic, offered in clusters and leg portions.
- Dungeness Crab: Harvested from the Pacific Coast with availability in whole-cooked and sections.
- Wild Mexican Shrimp: Premium white and blue shrimp sourced from certified Mexican fisheries.
- Black Cod (Sablefish): Known for its buttery texture, Keyport supplies MSC-certified black cod from the North Pacific.
- Salmon: Includes wild-caught Pacific salmon species, available in fillets and portions.
The company also supports private label programs and foodservice packaging for large-scale distributors.
Specialization and Core USP
Keyport’s strengths lie in its:
- Focus on Wild-Caught, Sustainable Seafood: Partnering only with certified fisheries and using traceable supply chains.
- Processing Expertise: Value-added processing including portioning, glazing, packaging, and flash freezing.
- Cold Chain Control: Integrated logistics and cold storage facilities ensure freshness and reduce spoilage.
- Customer-Focused Model: Custom packaging, labeling, and flexible delivery programs for large retailers and foodservice buyers.
Financials
While Keyport LLC is a privately held company and does not publicly disclose revenue, based on industry sources and volume of products distributed, its estimated annual revenues range between $30 million to $50 million USD. The company manages significant volumes of king crab and snow crab—two of the highest-value seafood commodities on the global market.
Shipment Records
According to data aggregated from trade intelligence platforms:
- Keyport LLC consistently exports to markets in Asia (Japan, South Korea, China), Europe, and North America.
- The company averages 100–150 container shipments annually, with king crab and snow crab comprising the bulk of export volume.
- Primary destinations include premium seafood distributors, high-end retailers, and foodservice wholesalers.
Target Market
Keyport serves multiple tiers of the global seafood market, including:
- High-end restaurants and hospitality groups
- Premium seafood retailers
- Supermarkets and grocery chains
- International seafood importers
- Wholesale distributors and brokers
Capabilities
- Sourcing from MSC-Certified and Sustainable Fisheries
- In-House QA/QC and Seafood Grading
- Flash-Freezing and Cold Chain Logistics
- Custom Processing and Portion Control
- Multilingual Export Documentation
Certifications and Compliance
- MSC (Marine Stewardship Council) Certified Products
- FDA Registered and HACCP Compliant Facilities
- NOAA and U.S. Fisheries Compliant Harvesting
- International Food Safety Compliance (EU, Asia-Pacific regulations)
Customer Testimonials
“Keyport’s consistency and commitment to quality are unmatched in the crab market. Their traceability and handling practices give us complete confidence in the product.”
— Procurement Director, Premium Foodservice Distributor
“Their Dungeness crab and snow crab clusters are among our best-selling seafood SKUs. Customer satisfaction is very high.”
— Category Manager, North American Grocery Chain
Major Achievements
- Keyport is one of the few U.S. companies consistently exporting premium king crab to both Asia and Europe with full product traceability.
- Recognized for leadership in sustainable seafood sourcing by industry groups and partners.
- Successfully implemented value-added processing solutions for major retailers across the U.S. and Canada.
- Participated in international seafood expositions including Seafood Expo North America and China Fisheries & Seafood Expo.
Keyport LLC remains a trusted name in the global seafood industry by combining quality, sustainability, and customer-centric operations that meet the evolving demands of a premium seafood marketplace.