Shrimp Shell

Product Specification: Shrimp Shell

Product Name:
Shrimp Shell / Dried Shrimp Shell / Shrimp Head & Shell Mix

Scientific Source:
From Penaeus spp., Metapenaeus spp., or other marine shrimp species

Origin:
Marine-caught or farmed shrimp (country of origin specified per lot)

1. Physical Characteristics
Parameter Specification
Appearance Coarse flakes or granules of shrimp exoskeleton (shells, heads, tails)
Color Pink to light red (natural pigment, astaxanthin present)
Odor Characteristic shrimp smell, no foul or rancid odor
Moisture Content ≤ 10%
Impurities (sand, etc.) ≤ 2%
Size Variable, crushed or whole shells (as required)
2. Chemical Composition (Approximate Dry Basis)
Component Typical Range
Protein 25 – 40%
Ash 20 – 35%
Calcium (Ca) 7 – 12%
Phosphorus (P) 2 – 5%
Chitin Content 15 – 25%
Fat (Crude Lipid) ≤ 5%
Salt (NaCl) ≤ 3%
3. Microbiological Standards
Parameter Specification
Total Plate Count < 1×10⁶ CFU/g
E. coli Negative
Salmonella Negative
Mould & Yeast < 1×10³ CFU/g
4. Packaging & Storage
Parameter Specification
Packaging 25 kg or 50 kg PP woven bag with inner liner, or per buyer request
Storage Cool, dry, and well-ventilated area; away from moisture and pests
Shelf Life 12 months under proper conditions
5. Applications

Raw material for chitin, chitosan, glucosamine extraction

Feed ingredient (fish, poultry, crustacean feed additive)

Fertilizer / organic compost material

Pigment (astaxanthin) extraction source