Fish Meal
A concentrated marine protein ingredient produced from fish or fish trimmings, supplying protein and a balanced amino-acid profile. Grades vary by protein content and freshness, so specification and origin are confirmed for each trade.
Fish Meal is widely used in aquafeed and other formulations. Grades are commonly differentiated by protein content and freshness, with parameters such as total volatile nitrogen (TVN) and histamine used to indicate freshness. The binding specification and origin are confirmed per trade. Marine protein and lipid ingredients are covered on the Marine Ingredients page; other animal proteins on the Animal Protein Raw Materials page.
Product characteristics.
Fish Meal
- Available origins: Marine fish or fish trimmings
- Available grades: Differentiated by protein content and freshness
- Key nutritional value: Concentrated marine protein with a balanced amino-acid profile
- Potential feed applications: Aquafeed, livestock, poultry, and pet food, subject to specification
- Key performance factors: Protein, freshness (TVN), histamine, salt, digestibility, origin
Information buyers should confirm.
- Crude protein
- Freshness — total volatile nitrogen (TVN)
- Histamine
- Salt / sand
- Fat
- Moisture
- Protein digestibility
- Microbiological parameters
- Species and origin
- Required documents
- Packaging and shelf life
Frequently asked questions.
What is Fish Meal used for in feed?
A concentrated marine protein ingredient supplying protein and a balanced amino-acid profile, widely used in aquafeed and selected livestock, poultry and pet food formulations. Quality depends on protein content and freshness.
How is Fish Meal graded?
Commonly differentiated by protein content and freshness, with parameters such as total volatile nitrogen (TVN) and histamine used to indicate freshness. Grade definitions vary by supplier and market.
What is the difference between Fish Meal and Fish Oil?
Both come from fish or fish trimmings, but Fish Meal is a protein ingredient and Fish Oil is a lipid ingredient. They differ in composition, function and the parameters buyers should check.
How do I request a specification or quotation?
Send an inquiry with intended application, target grade, quantity, destination country, required documents and delivery schedule. Availability and specification are confirmed case by case.
Discuss a Fish Meal requirement.
Share your required origin, specification and destination and MANTA will follow up.