Mutual Foods (Dalian) Co., Ltd., headquartered in the Dalian Free Trade Zone of Liaoning, China, is a specialized seafood producer focused on the farming, processing, and export of premium seaweed-based and value-added seafood products. Founded in 2017, the company has quickly emerged as a trusted supplier to international foodservice and retail partners, known particularly for its high-quality frozen seaweed salads and marine vegetable-based appetizers.
Core Business
Mutual Foods operates as a vertically integrated enterprise covering aquaculture, seafood raw material processing, deep processing of marine products, international trade, and cold chain logistics. Its strategic location in Dalian—a key port city in northern China—enables efficient access to marine resources and streamlined global shipping.
Product and Service Offerings
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Frozen Seaweed Salad:
- Wakame-based
- Seasoned and ready-to-eat
- Offered in bulk and portioned retail formats
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Sea Vegetable Appetizers:
- Mixed seaweed with sesame oil and chili
- Wakame and agar-based blends
- Rich in minerals and dietary fiber
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Value-Added Seafood Items:
- Cooked octopus slices
- Seafood mix for sushi and poke applications
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OEM & Private Label Services:
- Custom formulations and packaging for global retailers and distributors
- Compliant with international food safety and labeling standards
Specialization and Core USP
- Wakame Expertise: The company leverages coastal proximity to harvest and process fresh wakame seaweed with minimal post-harvest nutrient loss.
- Cold Chain Integrated Logistics: Maintains consistent temperature control from harvest through export.
- Fast-Cycle Production: Ensures rapid turnaround from raw seaweed to finished, ready-to-ship product.
- High Food Safety Standards: Designed for export to highly regulated markets such as the USA and Japan.
Financial and Export Performance
As of 2024, Mutual Foods (Dalian) Co., Ltd. has shown notable export activity:
- 52 confirmed U.S. export shipments over the past 3 years (via ImportYeti and Volza)
- Top buyers include:
- Ande Foods USA
- Ocean Pacific Seafood Group
- Leopard USA Corp
- Primary export product: Frozen seaweed salad (HS Code: 200899 or 200190)
- Destinations: United States, Japan, South Korea, Canada
Export volumes have grown annually, positioning Mutual Foods as a consistent supplier in the frozen specialty seafood category.
Target Markets
- U.S. and Japanese Food Importers
- Asian Grocery Retailers
- Sushi and Poke Chain Restaurants
- Foodservice Distributors
- Health-Conscious Retailers seeking vegan, low-calorie, mineral-rich appetizers
Capabilities
- In-house Processing Plant: Fully equipped with blanching, freezing, and vacuum packing lines
- Quality Control Lab: Ensures microbial, heavy metal, and allergen safety
- Custom Flavor Development: Adapts spice and ingredient levels for different markets
- Cold Chain Warehousing: Located within Dalian Free Trade Zone for immediate container loading
Certifications and Compliance
- HACCP: Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points implementation
- ISO 22000: Food Safety Management System
- FDA Registration: For U.S. market eligibility
- Halal Certified Products: For clients in the Middle East and Southeast Asia
- GACC Approval: Certified Chinese seafood exporter
Customer Testimonials
While direct public reviews are limited, the repeat business from major importers such as Ocean Pacific Seafood Group and documented multi-year relationships with U.S. buyers confirm strong satisfaction levels related to quality, pricing, and service.
Major Achievements
- Expanded from domestic to global markets within 3 years of founding
- Developed over 10 proprietary seaweed formulations for export markets
- Ranked among leading Chinese exporters of frozen seaweed salad
- Compliant with stringent Japanese and American seafood import regulations
- Achieved year-over-year export growth with low product return rates
