Species fact sheet

ARGENTINE SHRIMP

Caught in waters of the South Atlantic size 10 and round 50 pieces / Kg. His flesh is pink and smooth taste. Ideal for eating grilled because their higher fat level keeps it juicy when cooked.

Argentine Shrimp
Peeled Argentine Shrimp

Argentine Tail Shrimp

SPECIES FACT SHEET‐ ARGENTINE SHRIMP

Market name:ARGENTINE SHRIMP
Scientific name:Pleoticus Muelleri

Superfamily:

Penaeoidea
Family:Solenoceridae
Local names:
Spanish:Gambón Austral
FrenchCrevettes d'Argentine
ItalianGambero argentino

Description

Description:Whole (head on Shell on) Argentine shrimp, graduated, frozen on board, raw.
Ingredients:hrimp, water, antioxidants: E-222, E-300, E-331iii, Contains sulphites
Catching zone:FAO 41
Método de captura:Extractive fishing

Product presentation

BoxCardboard telescope box
Net weight:2,0 Kg / 4,4 lbs
Presentation:Product protected by a transparent polyethylene foil
Master carton:Cardboard regular slotted box 12 kg (6 x 2)
Palletization:European pallet, 60 masters (6 x 10)
Classification (pieces per Kg):L1: 10/20 ppk (50,0‐100 g/piece)
L2: 21/30 ppk (33,3‐50,0 g/piece)
L3: 31/40 ppk (25,0‐33,3 g/piece)
L4: 41/60 ppk (16,7‐25,0 g/piece)
L5: 61/80 ppk (12,0‐16,7 g/piece)

Nutrition facts per 100 g

Calories:84 kcal
Proteins:17,7g
Total carbohydrate:0,5g
Available carbohydrate:0,5g
Total fat:1,5g
* Values can vary depending on season

Additional information

Due date:18 months after production date
Storage and handling:Keep frozen at ‐18o C
Once defrosted, product must be consumed within 24 hours. Do not refreeze once thawed