Freshwater Prawn specifications
We check supply against your requirements. Sizes, packing and availability are confirmed in the quotation.
| Species | Freshwater prawn / giant river prawn — Macrobrachium rosenbergii |
|---|---|
| Product forms | Whole, headless, or peeled and deveined requirements to be checked with suppliers. |
| Processing | Specify frozen format and raw or cooked requirements for supplier confirmation. |
| Size grading | State the count per pound or kilogram, finished-product form and deglazed weight basis. |
| Whole-product presentation | Confirm head, shell and claw presentation and permitted damage where relevant. |
| Net weight and packing | Specify glaze, net prawn weight, bag or pack size and units per carton. |
| Origin and approvals | Origin, availability and required factory approvals are checked for the actual offer. |
Buying freshwater prawn
Large freshwater prawns need a precise finished-product specification. A whole-prawn size cannot be carried over to a headless or peeled product without checking the count again. For a U4 or U5 inquiry, include the weight unit and deglazed basis from the start.
Third-party pre-shipment inspection, including OFCO, can be arranged on request. Share any inspection, testing or buyer approval requirements before the order is agreed.
Questions about freshwater prawn
Is giant river prawn the same species as this freshwater prawn?
Yes. This page covers Macrobrachium rosenbergii, commonly called giant river prawn or giant freshwater prawn. Include the scientific name in your inquiry because other freshwater prawn species also exist.
Can you check U4 or U5 freshwater prawns?
Send your required form, count per pound or kilogram, deglazed basis, packing and volume. U4 means fewer than four pieces per specified weight unit; U5 means fewer than five. We will check availability against that exact specification.
Is freshwater prawn sold as scampi?
Some suppliers use scampi as a trade name for freshwater prawn, but the name can refer to other seafood in other markets. Specify Macrobrachium rosenbergii and confirm the appropriate product name for your destination.
For the general guide to forms, size counts and glaze, see our shrimp range and buying FAQ.
