Frozen Atlantic Chub Mackerel (Scomber colias)
ATC Group supplies frozen Atlantic chub mackerel, also traded as Spanish mackerel, to importers and wholesalers buying in bulk. As a supplier and exporter, we source Scomber colias primarily from Morocco and Mauritania, with complementary supply from Portugal and Spain. The fish is offered whole round, frozen on board or on shore in blocks. Wholesale lots are graded by length and packed in 20 kg or 30 kg net cartons. Each offer confirms the precise origin, fishing area, grade and loading configuration. Full 40ft Reefer containers are available under CIF, CFR or FOB terms for the buyer's destination port.
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Specifications
| Species & scientific name | Atlantic chub mackerel — ; also traded as Spanish mackerelScomber colias |
|---|---|
| Presentation | Whole round |
| Size grades | 16+, 20+, 23+, 25+ cm |
| Freezing | Frozen on board or on shore, in blocks |
| Packaging | 20 kg or 30 kg net cartons |
| Quantity per 40ft Reefer container | 27 tonnes — 1,350 cartons of 20 kg or 900 cartons of 30 kg |
| Origins | Morocco, Mauritania; complementary supply from Portugal and Spain |
| Fishing areas | Eastern Central Atlantic; Northeast Atlantic for Iberian origin |
| Shelf life | 12 to 24 months at -18 °C |
| Season | Available year-round in Mauritania |
Trade terms
Incoterms
CIF / CFR / FOB
Minimum order
One full container load (FCL)
Inspection
Pre-shipment inspection by SGS available at the buyer's request (quality, quantity, temperature).
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Frequently asked questions
Is Atlantic chub mackerel also called Spanish mackerel?
Yes. Scomber colias is also traded as Spanish mackerel. The scientific name on the offer identifies the species unambiguously.
Where is Atlantic chub mackerel sourced?
The main origins are Morocco and Mauritania, with complementary supply from Portugal and Spain.
Which size grades and cartons are available?
The length grades are 16+, 20+, 23+ and 25+ cm, packed in 20 kg or 30 kg net cartons.
Is Atlantic chub mackerel available throughout the year?
Atlantic chub mackerel is available year-round in Mauritania, subject to the lot offered and export availability.