Exporting tuna from Vietnam to USA
(seafood.vasep.com.vn) According to the statistics of Vietnam Customs, Vietnam tuna export turnover in June 2022 reached $90 million, up 41% compared to June 2021. Accumulated in the first 6 months of 2022, tuna export turnover reached US$553 million, up 56% over the same period in 2022.
The US continues to be Vietnam’s largest tuna export market with turnover in September reaching over USD 31 million, an increase of 33% over the same period in 2022, 14% lower than the previous month, August.
So, How to export tuna from Vietnam to US?
Exporting tuna from Vietnam
- Big exporter tuna in Vietnam
As of the end of September, Vietnam’s exports of tuna products continued to increase over the same period.
With the positive results in the past 9 months, Vietnam’s tuna exports will soon reach a peak of 1 billion USD.
Top 10 largest Vietnam tuna exporter, Jan- Sep 2022 |
|
Enterprises |
Proportion (%) |
Dragon Waves |
9 |
Bidifisco |
9 |
Havuco |
7 |
Tithico |
6 |
Highland Dragon |
6 |
Yueh Chyang Co |
6 |
Tuna Vietnam |
6 |
Mariso Vietnam |
5 |
An Hai Fishery Co., Ltd |
5 |
Pattaya Vietnam |
4 |
- Nutritional value of tuna
Tuna is generally a food material with high nutritional value. The chemical composition of some small tuna species was shown in Table
Main chemical composition of some small tuna species
Small tuna |
Protein (%) |
Lipid (%) |
Water (%) |
Ash (%) |
Eastern little tuna |
22,73±0,58 |
0,93±0,11 |
75,38±0,46 |
1,03±0,06 |
Frigate tuna |
21,18±0,57 |
1,04±0,09 |
77,04±0,62 |
0,88±0,12 |
Skipjack tuna |
24,13±2,01 |
0,41±0,56 |
73,28±0,89 |
1,43±0,22 |
As can be seen, in tuna, protein accounts for over 20% – much higher than the protein content in pork or chicken meat. In addition, mineral content is quite high, from 0.9-1.4%, while fat only accounts for about 0.4-1.0%.
- Documentation and HS code for tuna
HS Code 16041441 – Prepared, preserved, tunas
Documentation for exporting shrimp includes:
- bill of lading
- invoice
- packing list
- certificate of quantity / quality
- phytosanitary
- fumigation
- contract
Delivery shrimp cargo from Vietnam to US
By air
This is the fastest option, with transit times as short as 3-10 days. It will be the best option for urgent cargo, cargo with small volume of requires special condition for delivery. However, the cost is much expensive than sea service and airline require restrict about dimension of package of the cargo:
SM Global provides air service from Vietnam to US for all routes such as below:
- HAN/ SGN- JFK ( Noibai / Tan Son Nhat– John F Kennedy)
- HAN/ SGN- LAX (Noibai / Tan Son Nhat – Los Angeles)
- HAN/ SGN – ORD (Noibai / Tan Son Nhat – Chicago O’Hare)
- HAN/ SGN – MIA (Noibai / Tan Son Nhat – Miami)
- HAN/ SGN – IAD (Noibai / Tan Son Nhat – Washington)
- HAN/ SGN – IAH (Noibai / Tan Son Nhat – Houston)
By sea
Regarding to Sea freight, transit times for ocean freight will depend on your destination. If you are planning to ship to the West Coast of the US, then your cargo will arrive sooner than if it has to reach the East Coast. In general, you can expect durations of anywhere between 25- 40 days.
Main sea ports in Vietnam
- Port Name: Ho Chi Minh City – Port code: VNSGN
- Port Name: Haiphong- Port code: VNHPH
- Port Name: Danang- Port code: VNDAD
Main sea ports in USA
- Port Name: Los Angeles- Port code: USLAX
- Port Name: New York- Port code: USNYC
- Port Name: Houston- Port code: USHOU
Why choose SM Vietnam Global Logistics for delivery cargo
SM Global Logistics has many years experience for exporting shipment
SM Global Logistics is known as one of the leading freight forwarding companies in Vietnam, providing ocean freight, air freight for export- import cargo service, customs clearance and local trucking. We can handle all term, include DDP until final destination. Until now, we have 4 branches in Vietnam and the network of agents all over the world to ensure handling shipment for many routes and types of commodity.
SM Global Logistics has good relationship with vendor and lines
SMG get our own trucking team with a big volume of truck and we are able to arrange special vehicle for all kinds of cargo. Besides, we have contract with many line: ONE, Wanhai, EMC, Yangming, Cosco…so SM Global confidents with the competitive rate, even if arrange a huge of space.
SM Global Logistics always brings the best customer service, ready for 24/7
We are always ready to answer, solve problems that related to shipment in order to provide the best service. With the spirit of international working, we not only work according to the Vietnamese time zone, but also have someone on duty to ensure that we do not miss any of our customers’ needs. We believe, good service will be what keeps customers more than anything.
SM Global’s strength is exporting cargo from Vietnam to US
We had experience in handling US/EU shipments, and US shipment accounting for around 38% total volume cargo (data 2021), with a big volume, we got competitive ocean freight and other service also.
- The main commodity: garment, seafood, furniture, agricultural goods, iron and steel…
- Volume per month: From 50- 70 containers (20 DC & 40HC)
- Port of loading: Ho Chi Minh port, Hai Phong port, Da Nang Port, Qui Nhon port
- Port of discharge: Los Angeles, New York, Houston, Seattle, Portland, Oakland, Long Beach, Chicago…
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