Frozen Shrimp & Prawn Exporter in Pakistan
Sea Star Impex supplies frozen shrimp and prawns from Karachi, Pakistan, for importers, wholesalers, distributors and seafood processors. Contact our team with your required species, product form, size count, quantity, packing and destination port for availability and a quotation.
Frozen shrimp and prawn sourcing and supply for importers, wholesalers and distributors.
Karachi-based seafood exporter with family roots in Pakistan's seafood trade since 1989, supplying importers, wholesalers and distributors. Shrimp and prawns are sourced in Pakistan, then graded by size, packed and frozen to the order specification, with export documents issued in Sea Star Impex's name.
4 shrimp & prawn species, export-ready.
Each species has its own product page. Choose a species for full specifications, or compare product forms, size counts and packing in the table below.
Species, product forms, size counts and packing.
Details for each species, taken from our current product data. Contact us to confirm availability and options for your order.
Scroll the table sideways to see all columns.
| Species | Product forms | Size counts | Freezing style | Packing |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| White / King PrawnPenaeus indicus | Headless Shell-On (HLSO), Peeled & Deveined (PD), Peeled Undeveined (PUD), Peeled, Non-Deveined (PND) | 10/20, 20/30, 30/40, 40/50, 50/70, 70/90 | Block Frozen / IQF | 1kg Retail Box (5x1kg/carton), 2kg Block (6x2kg/carton), IQF Poly Bag |
| Brown ShrimpMetapenaeus affinis | Headless Shell-On (HLSO), Peeled & Deveined (PD) | 80/120, 120/180, 180/240 | Block Frozen / IQF | 1kg Retail Box, 2kg Block, IQF Poly Bag |
| Tiger PrawnPenaeus monodon | Headless Shell-On (HLSO), Head-On Shell-On (HOSO) | 8/12, 13/15, 16/20, 21/30 | Block Frozen / IQF | 1kg Retail Box, 2kg Block, IQF Poly Bag |
| Flower ShrimpPenaeus semisulcatus | Headless Shell-On (HLSO) | 20/30, 30/40, 40/60 | Block Frozen / IQF | 1kg Retail Box, 2kg Block, IQF Poly Bag |
Size counts are shown as listed in our product data. The unit (pieces per kilogram or per pound) is not stated, so contact us to confirm.
Processing abbreviations
- HLSO
- Headless Shell-On
- PD
- Peeled & Deveined
- PUD
- Peeled Undeveined
- PND
- Peeled, Non-Deveined
- HOSO
- Head-On Shell-On
What to send a shrimp and prawn supplier in Karachi.
Include these details in your enquiry so our team can confirm availability and prepare a quotation.
- 1
Species
Which shrimp or prawn you need, by common or scientific name.
- 2
Product form
For example HLSO, HOSO, PD or PUD, as listed for each species.
- 3
Size count and unit
The count you need, such as 16/20, and whether it is per kilogram or per pound.
- 4
Quantity
Total volume for the order and whether it is a one-off or repeat shipment.
- 5
Packing
Retail box, block or IQF poly bag, plus glazing and any labelling requirements.
- 6
Destination port
The port the shipment should be delivered to.
Sourcing, processing and export documents.
Sourcing
Seafood is sourced in Pakistan to each buyer's species, size and packing specification.
Processing
Grading, packing and freezing are carried out to the order specification.
Export Documentation
Export documents are issued in Sea Star Impex's name, and shipments are loaded into reefer containers.
Registrations, memberships and certifications.
Marine Fisheries Department · Registered
Exporter registration with Pakistan's Marine Fisheries Department.
TDAP · Registered
Exporter registration with the Trade Development Authority of Pakistan.
KCCI · Member
Member of the Karachi Chamber of Commerce & Industry.
PAKFEA · Member
Member of the Pakistan Fisheries Exporters Association.
Halal · Certified
Halal certification for markets that require it. Ask us for the current certificate and the products it covers before you order.
HACCP · Certified
HACCP food safety certification. Ask us for the current certificate and its scope before you order.
ISO 22000 · Certified
ISO 22000 food safety management certification. Ask us for the current certificate and its scope before you order.
Minimum order quantity depends on the species, specifications and shipment arrangement. Contact us to confirm. Send your destination country and port so our team can confirm supply availability and shipment requirements.
Frozen shrimp and prawn export questions.
Which shrimp and prawn species does Sea Star Impex supply?
Our current range is White / King Prawn (Penaeus indicus), Brown Shrimp (Metapenaeus affinis), Tiger Prawn (Penaeus monodon) and Flower Shrimp (Penaeus semisulcatus). Tiger Prawn is listed as a seasonal catch. Contact us to confirm availability for your order.
What processing forms are available?
Depending on the species, we list Headless Shell-On (HLSO), Peeled & Deveined (PD), Peeled Undeveined (PUD), Peeled, Non-Deveined (PND) and Head-On Shell-On (HOSO). The table on this page shows the forms listed for each species.
Are size counts per kilogram or per pound?
Our product data lists counts such as 16/20 without a unit. Contact us to confirm whether the counts for your order are per kilogram or per pound.
Which freezing and packing options do you offer?
Shrimp and prawns are listed as block frozen and iqf, packed as 1kg Retail Box, 2kg Block and IQF Poly Bag. Contact us to confirm what suits your order.
What is the minimum order, lead time and price?
Minimum order quantity depends on the species, specifications and shipment arrangement. Contact us to confirm. Lead time and price depend on species, form, size count, packing and destination, so contact us with your requirements for availability and a quotation.
What should I include in a quotation request?
Send us the species, product form, size count and unit, quantity, packing, destination port. The more detail you share, the faster we can confirm availability and price.
Let's build a reliable seafood supply chain, together.
Request a quotation, ask about seasonal availability, or schedule a call with our export team. We aim to respond within one business day.