Cuttlefish
Sepia pharaonis, Sepia ramani · Bablo
Cuttlefish (Bablo) is listed as Sepia pharaonis and Sepia ramani. We list it whole cleaned, uncleaned, as fillets or as tentacles, in the size grades and packing shown below.
Origin
Arabian Sea, Pakistan
Availability
Year-round
HS Code
0307
MOQ
Minimum order quantity depends on the species, specifications and shipment arrangement. Contact us to confirm.
Frozen cuttlefish supply from Pakistan
Cuttlefish is listed here as Sepia pharaonis, the pharaoh cuttlefish, and Sepia ramani. Its local name in Pakistan is Bablo.
Sea Star Impex is a Karachi-based exporter. We source cuttlefish in Pakistan and have it graded and packed to the agreed order specification, with export documents issued in Sea Star Impex's name.
Processing Types
- Whole Cleaned
- Uncleaned
- Fillets
- Tentacles
Packing Options
- 1kg Retail Pack
- 10kg Master Carton
Available Sizes
Specifications
glazing
10-20%
storage Temp
-18°C or below
shelf Life
24 months frozen
packing
Block Frozen / IQF
Container Capacity (general guidance): 20ft Reefer: ~10-12 MT · 40ft Reefer: ~20-24 MT (varies by product density & packing). Contact us for an exact loading calculation based on your order.
What to include in your cuttlefish quotation request
Send these details so our team can check availability and prepare a quotation for your order.
- 1
Species
The scientific name your buyers or import rules require. More than one species is traded under this name, so we confirm the species before quoting.
- 2
Product form
Whole cleaned, uncleaned, fillets or tentacles.
- 3
Size grade
The size grade you need, by piece weight or pieces per kilogram. We confirm which grades are available for your order.
- 4
Freezing requirement
The freezing style your market requires, such as individually quick frozen (IQF) or block frozen. We confirm whether it can be supplied before quoting.
- 5
Packing requirement
Pack and carton size, any inner packing, and the labelling and language your market requires.
- 6
Quantity, schedule and destination
Total volume, whether it is a one-off or repeat order, your preferred shipment window, and the destination country and port.
Cuttlefish buying questions
Which species is supplied as cuttlefish?
This product is listed as Sepia pharaonis and Sepia ramani. Trade names differ between markets, so include the scientific name your buyers require and we will confirm the species before quoting.
What is the minimum order and price for cuttlefish?
Minimum order quantity depends on the species, specifications and shipment arrangement. Contact us to confirm. Price depends on the form, grade, packing, quantity and destination, so it is confirmed in your quotation.
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.