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Dried Sea Cucumber Supplier and Wholesale Exporter
BSA Food Products supplies dried sea cucumber to importers, distributors and premium foodservice buyers, specified by species, origin, piece count and drying method — with the documentation each destination requires.
- Specified by scientific name, origin and count per kilogram
- Light-dried and salted styles, by origin
- Lot-level traceability to harvest or farm area
- Trial rehydration report available on request
- Bulk cartons, retail packs and private-label packing
Product Specifications
Indicative; confirmed per lot on each quotation.
- Origin
- Japan (Hokkaido), Northern China, North Atlantic Canada, Australia, Indonesia, the Pacific Islands and Latin America — subject to species, season and destination eligibility.
- Grade / Size
- Graded by piece count per kilogram (e.g. 20–30, 30–50, 50–80 pcs/kg) and by length; premium, standard and broken grades.
- Form & Processing
- Whole, gutted, boiled and dried (sun, oven or combination). Light-dried (low-salt) and salted styles depending on origin.
- Storage
- Keep sealed in a cool, dry, odor-free store away from direct sunlight. For holding beyond a few months, store chilled at 0–5 °C to protect texture.
- MOQ
- From 20 kg per grade for trial orders; regular programs from 100 kg.
- Lead Time
- 2–4 weeks from confirmed specification, subject to grade availability and permit timelines.
Product overview
Dried sea cucumber is one of the defining products of the Asian dried seafood trade, and also one of the most variable. Two lots sold under the same name can differ in species, salt content, dryness, sand removal and rehydration behavior. We specify every offer by scientific name, origin, count per kilogram and processing method so that buyers compare like with like.
Our range covers the main commercial groups: spiky sea cucumber (Apostichopus japonicus) from cold northern waters, prized for its pronounced papillae and firm, springy texture after soaking; tropical sandfish and related Holothuria species with a smoother body and softer bite; and North Atlantic Cucumaria frondosa, a practical choice for volume foodservice and processing programs. Other species can be sourced on request where legal trade and documentation allow.
Each lot is processed by gutting, cleaning, boiling and controlled drying. Some origins add a light salt stage; others are offered as low-salt or “light-dried” product, which most banquet kitchens prefer. Before dispatch we check piece count, dryness, visible sand and grit, breakage and odor, and we can arrange a trial rehydration so you can assess yield before committing to volume. Our guide to sea cucumber varieties and rehydration yield explains how these factors affect landed cost per portion.
Buyers who also need ready-to-cook product can pair dried stock with frozen sea cucumber, which arrives soaked and cleaned for kitchens that prefer to skip the rehydration step.
Specification sheet
Dried Sea Cucumber: full specification
Indicative values. Final specifications are confirmed per lot on the quotation and certificate of analysis.
| Species | Apostichopus japonicus, Holothuria scabra, Cucumaria frondosa and others on request |
|---|---|
| Origin | Declared per lot (FAO area or farm region) |
| Count / size | 20–30, 30–50, 50–80 pcs/kg; other counts on request |
| Processing | Gutted, boiled, dried; light-dried or salted |
| Moisture | Typically ≤ 15% (confirmed per lot) |
| Foreign matter | Visible sand and grit removed; checked per lot |
| Shelf life | Typically 18–24 months sealed, under recommended storage |
| Packing | 5 kg / 10 kg bulk cartons; 500 g – 1 kg packs; private label |
| Documents | Commercial invoice, packing list, certificate of origin; health certificate and CITES permits where applicable |
| Minimum order | From 20 kg per grade for trial orders; regular programs from 100 kg. |
| Lead time | 2–4 weeks from confirmed specification, subject to grade availability and permit timelines. |
FAQ
Dried Sea Cucumber: questions from buyers
Which sea cucumber species do you supply?
Our core range is spiky sea cucumber (Apostichopus japonicus), sandfish (Holothuria scabra) and Atlantic sea cucumber (Cucumaria frondosa). We can source other commercial species on request, provided the trade is legal for both the origin and your destination market and the required documentation can be issued.
Can you supply CITES-listed sea cucumber species?
Several species, including the teatfish group and Thelenota species, are listed in CITES Appendix II. We only offer these with valid CITES export permits from the origin country, and only to destinations where import is permitted. Allow additional lead time for permit processing.
How do you grade dried sea cucumber?
By species first, then by piece count per kilogram, length, dryness and appearance: intact body, clean cut, no excessive salt bloom or sand. Broken pieces are offered separately as an economy grade for soups and processing. See our buyer’s guide to rehydration yield for how grade affects cost per portion.
Can I start with a small trial order?
Yes. Trial orders start from 20 kg per grade, and on request we include a trial rehydration record showing soaked weight against dry weight. Request a quote with your target species and count.
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Request a quote
Request a quote for dried sea cucumber
Share your target grade, packing, volume and destination. We confirm availability, documentation for your market and a formal quotation, usually within one business day.
- Grade, size or count required
- Packing format and labeling language
- Estimated volume and order frequency
- Destination port or airport and Incoterm
- Reference: Dried Sea Cucumber