Frozen Vietnamese Barramundi (Asian Seabass) – Fillets & Portions
Lates calcarifer
Frozen Vietnamese barramundi (Asian seabass, Lates calcarifer) for importers, distributors and foodservice. Our barramundi has a clean, slightly sweet taste and firm, moist flesh, and is available as skin-on or skinless fillets and portions from 100 g to over 1 kg per piece, with year-round supply and full traceability. Produced under HACCP and BRCGS food-safety standards at our processing plant in Vietnam.
Available forms
- Skin-on fillets
- Skinless fillets
- Skin-on portions
- Skinless portions
- Slices and custom cuts
- HACCP· Food-safety controlled processing
- BRCGS· Global Standard for Food Safety
Specifications
| Species | Barramundi / Asian seabass (Lates calcarifer) |
|---|---|
| Origin | Farmed in Vietnam |
| Size grades (per piece) | 100–200, 130–150, 135–150, 135–180, 165–180, 170–200, 170–220, 180–220, 190–220, 200–300 and 225–300 g (portions and small fillets); 300–450, 300–500, 400–600, 500–700, 500–800 g and 1 kg+ (fillets). Other grades on request. |
| Packing | IVP (individually vacuum-packed) available; 5 kg or 10 kg cartons, or 5 × 2 kg bags per carton |
| Freezing | IQF (individually quick frozen) or block frozen |
| Storage | −18 °C or colder |
| Treatment | Non-CO or CO-treated, per customer requirement. CO-treated product is not supplied to the EU, where CO is not permitted for fish. |
| Certifications | HACCP processing, BRCGS |
| Traceability | At our processing plant in Vietnam |
| Supply | Year-round |
Eating quality
- Mild, clean, slightly sweet flavour
- Firm, moist flesh that holds together when cooked
- Naturally rich in protein and omega-3
Popular uses
- Pan-seared and grilled fillets
- Crispy fried and battered dishes
- Steamed and Asian-style recipes
- Foodservice portions and retail packs
Barramundi FAQ
What is Vietnamese barramundi?
Barramundi (Lates calcarifer), also sold as Asian seabass and known in Vietnam as Cá Chẽm, is a mild, slightly sweet white fish with firm, moist flesh. Ours is sustainably farmed in Vietnam and processed for export.
Is Asian seabass the same as barramundi?
Yes. Asian seabass and barramundi are the same species, Lates calcarifer. It is sold as barramundi in Australia and the US and as Asian seabass in much of Asia and the Middle East. It is not the same fish as European seabass or Chilean seabass.
Which frozen barramundi products do you export?
We export frozen skin-on and skinless fillets and portions, plus slices and custom cuts on request. These are the forms our Australian customers buy; whole round farmed barramundi is not eligible for import into Australia.
What sizes are available?
Grades we have shipped run from 100–200 g to over 1 kg per piece: 100–200, 130–150, 135–150, 135–180, 165–180, 170–200, 170–220, 180–220, 190–220, 200–300 and 225–300 g for portions and small fillets, and 300–450, 300–500, 400–600, 500–700, 500–800 g and 1 kg+ for fillets. Other grades are available on request. Pieces can be individually vacuum-packed (IVP), in 5 kg or 10 kg cartons or 5 × 2 kg bags per carton.
Is your barramundi certified?
Yes. Our barramundi is produced under HACCP food-safety controls and BRCGS (Global Standard for Food Safety) certification, with full traceability from our processing plant in Vietnam.
Which countries do you export frozen barramundi to?
From January 2025 to August 2026 we shipped more than 550 tonnes of frozen barramundi fillets and portions to 13 importers and distributors in Australia, Singapore, Malaysia, Thailand, Hong Kong, the United Arab Emirates and the Netherlands. We also quote for importers in the United States and other Gulf markets. Product forms and documents are matched to each market's import rules; for Australia, see the import note on this page.
How do I request a quote or samples?
Contact our export team through the contact page with your product form, size, packing and destination port, and we will reply with pricing and sample options.
Barramundi buyer guides
- Asian Seabass, Barramundi, Qarous: One Fish, Many NamesAsian seabass and barramundi are the same species, Lates calcarifer. Here is what the fish is called in each market, and which 'sea bass' species it is often confused with.
- Barramundi vs Basa vs Tilapia: Which White Fish for Foodservice?Barramundi, basa (pangasius) and tilapia are the three most common farmed white fish. How they differ in texture, flavour, price level and kitchen performance.
- IQF vs Block-Frozen Fish: Which Should Importers Buy?IQF and block-frozen fillets suit different buyers. How each is made, what glaze means for net weight, and which to choose for retail, foodservice or reprocessing.
- Vietnamese vs Australian Barramundi: A Buyer's ComparisonVietnamese and Australian barramundi are the same species. The real differences are how the fish is farmed, how it reaches you, its price positioning and how it must be labelled.
- Vietnam's Barramundi Industry: A Booming Sector in Sustainable SeafoodVietnam's barramundi (sea bass) industry is experiencing rapid growth, driven by major investments in sustainable ocean farming, new processing facilities, and strong export demand from Australia and the Middle East.
- Is Vietnamese Barramundi Safe to Eat?Discover why Vietnamese Barramundi is not only safe but also a premium choice for seafood lovers, backed by international certifications and sustainable farming practices.
Request a quote for Barramundi
Share the product form, size grade, packing, volume and destination port. Our export team replies with a quotation and sample options.
- myngo@vanthinhseafoods.com
- +84 908 136 359
- 44 Tay Son Street, Phu Tho Hoa Ward, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam



