Wild octopus, live, fresh or chilled

cpc code 04471 covers the import and export of wild octopus, a highly sought-after seafood delicacy. Octopus is a versatile ingredient used in a variety of cuisines around the world, from Japanese sushi to Mediterranean seafood dishes. As a global trade commodity, the wild octopus industry plays a significant role in the broader seafood and food processing sectors, contributing to economic activity and employment in coastal regions.

Wild octopus are typically caught using a variety of fishing methods, such as traps, pots, or by hand. Fishermen may dive or use small boats to locate and harvest the octopus from their natural habitats, often in shallow coastal waters. Once caught, the octopus are carefully handled to maintain freshness and quality before being transported to processing facilities or markets.

The main inputs for the wild octopus industry include fishing vessels, traps, and other specialized equipment used for harvesting. Additionally, transportation infrastructure, such as refrigerated trucks or cargo ships, is required to move the live or fresh octopus from the point of capture to processing facilities or export destinations. Labor, in the form of skilled fishermen and processing workers, is another critical input for this industry.

The primary output of the wild octopus industry is the live, fresh, or chilled octopus itself, which is then sold to consumers, restaurants, or 15231 fish and seafood wholesalers. Octopus may also be processed further, such as being frozen, dried, or canned, before being distributed to 15231 fish and seafood wholesalers or 46341 grocery and related product merchant wholesalers.