Description
Key attributes
Sri Lanka’s fleets land Indian Ocean yellowfin tuna (Thunnus albacares). Available as whole round frozen, H&G (headed & gutted), loins, or sashimi-grade portions. IQF and block-frozen options. Compliant with EU, US FDA, and HACCP export standards. Minimum 1 x 20ft container (approx 18 to 20MT).
NAQDA-certified processing facility. SLSI and HACCP certification available.
Trade terms: FOB Colombo (CIF available on request). Lead time confirmed per order at quotation. Samples available on request. Export documentation and shipping coordinated by the SriLankaExport.com Trade Desk.
Choosing a form
- Whole round: the fish as caught, frozen whole, for buyers who process it themselves
- H&G: headed and gutted, which cuts freight weight and processing time
- Loins: boneless sides, ready for steaks, portions or canning
- Sashimi-grade portions: selected for raw consumption, with tight temperature control through the cold chain
IQF pieces are frozen one by one, so you can take out what you need. Block frozen is packed and frozen together, and suits processors.
What to tell us for a quote
- Form, and the size range or weight per piece you need
- IQF or block frozen, and the glaze you accept
- Carton size, labelling and any private-label packing
- Quantity per shipment, how often you buy, and destination port
Quality and documents
Each lot can be tested by an independent laboratory before shipment. Export documents for your market are arranged with the shipment.
Certification and compliance: EU-approved processing plants for EU orders · Halal-certified supply (HAC), including the GSO scheme for Gulf markets · FSSC 22000 (GFSI) certified processing available. Tell us what your market requires and we confirm the certificate for your order.
Buying questions
Which trade terms do you quote?
FOB Colombo; CIF on request. Freight is quoted per shipment for your quantity and destination.
Which documents come with the shipment?
Every export shipment carries a certificate of origin. Ask the desk which other certificates your country requires.
Can I check quality before a bulk order?
Yes. Start with a sample or trial lot. We can also arrange a pre-shipment inspection or an independent lab test for any order.
How do I pay safely?
First and trial orders of about USD 2,000 to 20,000 can be paid through Escrow.com, which releases the money only after you accept the goods. Larger orders are paid by letter of credit.





