Salmon Bits & Pieces (B&P) in Block

B&P in Block Format – Standardized Atlantic Salmon Raw Material for Processing and Foodservice

Bits & Pieces (B&P) in block format from Master Meat is a premium-grade raw material made from boneless, skinless pieces of Atlantic salmon (Salmo salar) sourced from certified aquaculture in Norway, Iceland, or Scotland. The pieces are frozen into a compact rectangular block (250 × 480 × 60 mm), with excellent structure and minimal processing.

This product is tailored to meet the needs of food manufacturers, industrial processors, HoReCa operators, and international exporters requiring high consistency, microbiological safety, and logistical efficiency.

Why Choose Salmon Bits & Pieces (B&P) in Block Format?

• 100% Atlantic salmon – skinless and virtually boneless

• Uniform block shape – stable structure, easy storage and portioning

• No glaze, no injection – clean label, unprocessed purity

• Excellent performance after defrosting and thermal treatment

• Fully compliant with BRC and HACCP standards

• Export-ready with complete traceability and documentation

Applications of B&P Blocks in Industry and Foodservice

• Food manufacturing – pâtés, fillings, spreads, fish salads, ready meals

• Professional kitchens & canteens – soups, stews, oven-baked dishes

• Export markets – efficient for containerized frozen logistics

• Premium pet food production – high-protein, natural fish base

Key Technical Features and Functional Advantages

• Format: frozen rectangular block (250 × 480 × 60 mm)

• Content: mixed-size salmon pieces, cleanly trimmed, compacted

• Texture: firm when frozen, juicy and cohesive when cooked

• Flavor & aroma: natural, fresh Atlantic salmon profile

• Packaging unit: 3 blocks (liners) per carton, 7.5 kg net per block

• Shelf life: 18 months at –18°C or colder

Quality & Hygiene Standards

• Produced in accordance with BRC Global Standard for Food Safety and HACCP

• Free from GMOs and irradiation

• Controlled for bones (max 1 bone/kg) and skin (none)

• Microbiological and chemical parameters fully documented

• Allergen: fish (Salmo salar) – no cross-contamination risk

FAQ – Frequently Asked Questions About B&P Block

1. Are the B&P blocks boneless?
Yes – a maximum of 1 bone per kg is permitted. Visual and mechanical inspections are applied.

2. Are the salmon pieces skinless?
Yes – all B&P blocks are completely skin-free.

3. Is the product ready to eat?
No – it must be cooked before consumption.

4. What is the packaging format?
Each block is vacuum packed in a liner; 3 liners per carton.

5. How many cartons per pallet?
48 cartons per pallet, containing 144 liners in total.

6. Are other block sizes or weights available?
On request – subject to volume agreements.

7. Is the product export-certified?
Yes – compliant with EU and global markets, with full veterinary documentation.

8. What is the shelf life?
18 months from date of freezing, stored at –18°C or colder.

9. Can I request a sample or technical documentation?
Yes – samples and full specifications are available for industrial customers.

10. What are the microbiological limits?
See below – the product meets all food safety benchmarks.

Technical Product Specification

Ingredients:

• 100% Atlantic salmon (Salmo salar)

Nutritional Values (per 100 g):

• Energy: 824 kJ / 197 kcal

• Protein: 20 g

• Fat: 13 g (incl. omega-3)

• Carbohydrates: 0 g

• Salt: < 0.1 g

Format & Packaging:

• Block size: 250 × 480 × 60 mm

• Net weight: 7.5 kg per block

• Carton: 3 liners (blocks) per carton

• Carton dimensions: 290 × 490 × 200 mm

• Pallet: 48 cartons (144 liners), 1200 × 1000 × 140 mm

Microbiological Criteria:

Chemical Limits:

• Cadmium: ≤ 0.05 mg/kg

• Lead: ≤ 0.30 mg/kg

• Mercury: ≤ 0.30 mg/kg

• TVB-N: ≤ 35 mg/100 g

Allergens:

• Fish (Salmo salar)

Certifications & Declarations:

• BRC

• HACCP

• GMO-free

• Non-irradiated