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Frozen Pangasius Fillets: Well-Trimmed, Semi-Trimmed, Un-Trimmed
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Loc Kim Chi Seafood Joint Stock Company, based in Vinh Long, Vietnam, is a leading seafood processor and exporter specializing in high-quality frozen pangasius (basa) products. With modern processing capabilities, strategic location in the Mekong Delta, and a strong international client base, the company is recognized for its consistent product quality, export compliance, and competitive pricing in global seafood markets.
Core Business and Offerings
Loc Kim Chi specializes in the processing and export of pangasius (Pangasius hypophthalmus), a freshwater white fish native to Vietnam, widely appreciated for its mild flavor and firm texture. Their product line includes:
- Frozen Pangasius Fillets:
- Well-trimmed
- Semi-trimmed
- Un-trimmed
- Value-added Cuts:
- Portion cuts
- Slices
- Steaks
- Butterfly cuts
- Whole Fish HGT:
- Headed, gutted, and tail-off (HGT) products for wholesale and foodservice clients
Products are available in multiple packaging formats, tailored for foodservice, retail, and industrial buyers, with customizable specifications for moisture, glaze, and trimming levels.
Processing Capabilities
The company operates a state-of-the-art processing facility strategically located in Vinh Long Province, within proximity of raw material sources. Key capabilities include:
- Daily processing capacity: 200 metric tons/day
- Cold storage capacity: 2,000 metric tons
- Automated filleting and portioning lines
- Quality control labs and in-house inspection systems
- EU code and compliance for export to Europe
Certifications and Food Safety
Loc Kim Chi adheres to international food safety and quality standards. Their facility and operations are certified under:
- HACCP (Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points)
- ISO 22000 Food Safety Management
- HALAL Certification for Muslim-majority export markets
- EU Approval Number: Enables direct exports to European Union countries
- FDA Registration: For access to the U.S. market
The company maintains strict internal QC protocols and works with third-party inspection agencies to ensure each shipment meets the buyer’s standards.
Export Markets and Trade Performance
Loc Kim Chi Seafood has built a solid reputation in the global pangasius export industry, shipping to more than 50 countries including:
- European Union: Netherlands, Germany, Poland, Spain
- Middle East: UAE, Saudi Arabia, Egypt
- Asia: China, Thailand, Japan
- North America: United States, Mexico, Canada
- South America: Brazil, Colombia, Chile
According to Vietnamese customs export data and trade platforms such as Volza and ImportYeti, the company exported over 12,000 metric tons of pangasius products in 2022, with an estimated value exceeding $25 million USD.
Key Strengths
- Direct access to the Mekong Delta’s aquaculture farms, ensuring fresh raw material supply
- Competitive pricing due to vertical integration and low-cost labor
- Responsive to customer-specific requirements for trimming, portion sizing, and moisture levels
- Strong emphasis on traceability and compliance, a key factor for developed market buyers
Target Markets
The company focuses primarily on:
- Retail Distributors: Supplying frozen pangasius fillets to supermarket chains and private-label brands
- Foodservice: Bulk portions and cuts for restaurants and institutional kitchens
- Reprocessors and Industrial Buyers: Semi-processed HGT products and cuts for further processing
Its HALAL certification also enables it to serve demand from Muslim-majority countries, including major buyers in the Middle East and Southeast Asia.
Leadership and Management
The company is led by Tran Van Lat, an industry veteran with deep experience in seafood export operations and regulatory compliance. Under his leadership, Loc Kim Chi has expanded rapidly into high-growth export markets and established long-term buyer relationships.
Achievements
- Exported to over 50 countries worldwide with high re-order rates
- Recognized by the Vietnam Association of Seafood Exporters and Producers (VASEP) for best practices in quality assurance
- Active participant in major seafood exhibitions including Seafood Expo Global and VIETFISH
- Invested in new freezing and IQF technology in 2023 to improve product shelf life and reduce moisture variation
Loc Kim Chi Seafood Joint Stock Company continues to strengthen Vietnam’s position as a top global supplier of pangasius by delivering dependable, value-driven seafood solutions to a broad array of international buyers.