Frozen Bullet Tuna Fillet (Auxis rochei) – Vietnam Supplier

Frozen Bullet Tuna Fillet (Auxis rochei) is a competitively priced frozen tuna product supplied wholesale from Vietnam by Baseafood. Also known as Tulingan, Bonito and Cá Ngừ Ồ, the fillet is butterfly split and available in two grades: dark meat on for a stronger tuna flavor and economical applications, or dark meat removed for a cleaner appearance and milder taste. IQF frozen in 100/200 and 200/300 g/pc sizes, Frozen Bullet Tuna Fillet is suitable for seafood importers, wholesalers, canneries, processors, restaurants and foodservice companies worldwide.

What Is Frozen Bullet Tuna Fillet (Auxis rochei)?

Frozen Bullet Tuna Fillet (Auxis rochei) is produced from Bullet Tuna, a small pelagic tuna species known for its firm flesh and distinctive tuna flavor. The fish is processed into butterfly-split fillets, trimmed and IQF frozen to provide convenient individual portions for cooking and further processing.

Baseafood offers two specifications: dark meat on, which retains the natural red bloodline for a fuller flavor and competitive price, and dark meat removed, where the darker bloodline is trimmed away for a cleaner, lighter appearance. Both grades are available in 100/200 and 200/300 g/pc.

Commercial Names for Frozen Bullet Tuna Fillet

English name: Bullet Tuna, Frozen Bullet Tuna Fillet, Bullet Tuna Fillet

Vietnamese name: Cá Ngừ Ồ, Cá Ngừ Ồ Fillet

Filipino name: Tulingan

Chinese name: 圆花鲣 / 双鳍舵鲣

French name: Bonitou

French name: マルソウダ (Marusouda)

Frozen Bullet Tuna Fillet Specifications

Product Name: Frozen Bullet Tuna Fillet

Scientific Name:Auxis rochei

Product Form: Fillet, butterfly split; Dark Meat On or Dark Meat Removed; IQF

Available Sizes: 100/200 g/pc; 200/300 g/pc

Packing: Bulk or retail packing according to customer requirements

Shelf Life: 24 months

Storage Temperature: -18°C or below

Origin: Vietnam

HS Code: 0304.87.00

Quality Certifications: HACCP, BRC, IFS, ISO 22000, HALAL, SMETA, FDA Registration

Price: Around USD 4/kg

Frozen Bullet Tuna Fillet Nutrition Facts

Nutrition Facts per 100 g: 144 kcal, 23.3 g protein, 4.4 g fat, 0.8 g omega-3 fatty acids, 3.4 µg vitamin D, 6.8 µg vitamin B12, 15 mg calcium, 1.1 mg iron, 34 mg magnesium and 336 mg potassium.

Frozen Bullet Tuna Fillet is a good source of high-quality protein and provides omega-3 fatty acids, vitamin B12, vitamin D, potassium, magnesium and iron. Its high protein content makes Bullet Tuna suitable for seafood meals, foodservice and further-processed tuna products.

How to Cook Frozen Bullet Tuna Fillet

Frozen Bullet Tuna Fillet has firm, flavorful meat suitable for grilling, frying, braising, baking, curries and other cooked seafood preparations. Dark meat on is particularly suitable for dishes where a stronger tuna flavor is preferred, while dark meat removed works well for applications where appearance and a milder flavor are important.

Vietnamese Cuisine: Cá ngừ áp chảo, cá ngừ nướng, cá ngừ kho, cá ngừ sốt cà chua and cá ngừ chiên.

Philippine Cuisine: Tulingan can be grilled, fried, braised or cooked in traditional dishes such as Sinaing na Tulingan.

Chinese Cuisine: Bullet Tuna fillet can be pan-fried, braised, steamed or cooked with ginger, scallions and savory sauces.

B2B Export-Import

Frozen Bullet Tuna Fillet is suitable for:

Wholesale seafood distribution

Supermarkets and retail chains

Restaurants and foodservice

Ethnic grocery stores

Seafood processing

Canning and further processing

The dark meat on grade provides a cost-effective raw material for canning, braising, grilling and further processing, while the dark meat removed grade offers a cleaner appearance for retail, foodservice and value-added seafood production.

How Baseafood Processes Frozen Bullet Tuna Fillet

Baseafood processes Frozen Bullet Tuna Fillet under strict food safety and quality control systems to preserve freshness, texture, nutritional value and traceability.

Selection of fresh Bullet Tuna from approved fishing vessels and suppliers

Washing and preparation of raw materials

Filleting and butterfly-split processing

Trimming according to Dark Meat On or Dark Meat Removed specifications

Washing, grading and processing according to customer specifications

Quality inspection before and during processing

Rapid IQF freezing to maintain freshness and natural texture

Packing according to customer requirements

Metal detection and final quality inspection

Cold storage at -18°C or below

Export Markets for Frozen Bullet Tuna Fillet

Export Markets: Southeast Asia, China, Japan, South Korea, Europe, the Middle East, Africa, Australia, North America and other international seafood markets.

Frozen Bullet Tuna Fillet is supplied to seafood importers, wholesalers, distributors, retailers, restaurants, foodservice companies, canneries and seafood processors seeking competitively priced frozen tuna products from Vietnam.

Why Source Frozen Bullet Tuna Fillet from Vietnam?

Vietnam has strong seafood processing capabilities, competitive production costs, experienced seafood exporters and efficient international logistics. Sourcing Frozen Bullet Tuna Fillet from Vietnam allows buyers to access competitively priced tuna raw material with flexible processing specifications and reliable export services.

Competitive manufacturing costs

Experienced tuna and seafood processing industry

Modern IQF freezing and processing technology

International food safety certifications

Dark Meat On and Dark Meat Removed options

Consistent portion sizes for processing and foodservice

Flexible OEM and private label solutions

Professional export documentation and logistics support

Frequently Asked Questions About Frozen Bullet Tuna Fillet

What is the scientific name of Frozen Bullet Tuna Fillet?

The scientific name of Frozen Bullet Tuna Fillet is Auxis rochei.

What are the commercial names of Frozen Bullet Tuna Fillet?

Frozen Bullet Tuna Fillet is commercially known as Bullet Tuna Fillet and Bonito. The species is also known as Cá Ngừ Ồ in Vietnam, Tulingan in the Philippines, Bonitou in French, マルソウダ (Marusouda) in Japan and 圆花鲣 / 双鳍舵鲣 in Chinese markets.

What is the origin of Frozen Bullet Tuna Fillet?

Frozen Bullet Tuna Fillet supplied by Baseafood is sourced and processed in Vietnam.

Which countries import Frozen Bullet Tuna Fillet?

Frozen Bullet Tuna Fillet can be supplied to seafood buyers in Southeast Asia, China, Japan, South Korea, Europe, the Middle East, Africa, Australia, North America and other international seafood markets, subject to destination-country import requirements.

Who is a Vietnam supplier and exporter for Frozen Bullet Tuna Fillet?

Baseafood is a Vietnam supplier and exporter of Frozen Bullet Tuna Fillet, supplying Auxis rochei fillets to seafood importers, wholesalers, distributors, canneries, processors, retailers and foodservice companies.

What sizes are available for Frozen Bullet Tuna Fillet?

Frozen Bullet Tuna Fillet is available in 100/200 g/pc and 200/300 g/pc for both Dark Meat On and Dark Meat Removed grades.

What is the difference between Dark Meat On and Dark Meat Removed Bullet Tuna Fillet?

Dark Meat On retains the darker red bloodline, providing a fuller tuna flavor and a more economical option for canning, grilling, braising and further processing. Dark Meat Removed has the darker bloodline trimmed away, giving the fillet a cleaner, lighter appearance and milder flavor for retail, foodservice and appearance-focused applications.

What packing options are available for Frozen Bullet Tuna Fillet?

Frozen Bullet Tuna Fillet is IQF frozen and can be supplied in bulk or retail packing according to buyer requirements. Customized packing and private label options can also be discussed.

Which HS Code is commonly used for Frozen Bullet Tuna Fillet?

The HS Code provided for Frozen Bullet Tuna Fillet is 0304.87.00.

Can Baseafood supply mixed containers of Frozen Bullet Tuna Fillet?

Yes. Baseafood can discuss mixed-container options for Frozen Bullet Tuna Fillet depending on the total quantity, product combination, destination and container loading requirements.

What is the price for Frozen Bullet Tuna Fillet?

The indicative price for Frozen Bullet Tuna Fillet is around USD 4/kg, depending on Dark Meat On or Dark Meat Removed grade, size, quantity, packing, raw material availability, destination and shipping terms.

Contact Baseafood – Vietnam Frozen Bullet Tuna Fillet Supplier & Exporter

If you are looking for a reliable supplier of Frozen Bullet Tuna Fillet from Vietnam, Baseafood can support your sourcing requirements with product specifications, competitive pricing, samples and export documentation.

Contact: Ms. Nguyen

Email: nguyen.thao@baseafood.net

WhatsApp: +84 702 520 288