Maximize your product line with our certified, high-retention biological raw materials for premium pet feeds.
GAGA Pet Food Co., Ltd., located in Rizhao, Shandong Province, is a professional manufacturer specializing in high-quality freeze-dried pet food with more than ten years of dedicated experience in research and development, production, and sales. For over a decade, we have focused on creating premium freeze-dried products that meet the highest international standards of nutrition, safety, and palatability for pets worldwide.
Our core operational values center on raw material transparency and advanced industrial freeze-drying technology. By sourcing baby shrimp directly from the pure ocean waters off the Shandong coast, we ensure that every batch of freeze-dried baby shrimp preserves the natural minerals, proteins, and astaxanthin that promote strong skeletal development and vibrant coat health in aquatic, avian, and terrestrial animals.
Decoding the growth factors, consumption trends, and shifting manufacturing demands in the marine pet treats segment.
Modern consumers are shifting heavily toward biological raw food diets. Freeze-dried baby shrimp (Acetes chinensis) represent a single-ingredient, additive-free protein option rich in natural calcium and astaxanthin, satisfying the pet industry's strict clean-label requirements.
Traditional high-heat dehydration methods destroy vital heat-sensitive vitamins, lipids, and amino acids. Freeze-drying processes remove moisture through sublimation at sub-zero temperatures, retaining 98% of the marine raw materials' original nutritional profile and natural savory flavor.
Global pet brands require ethical, sustainable marine sourcing. Relying on our proximity to the Yellow Sea, GAGA Pet Food establishes a traceability loop from zero-pollution coastal harvesting areas straight to our freeze-drying chambers within hours.
Typical chemical and physical parameters designed for bulk buyers, brand importers, and pet food formulators.
| Parameter Class | Target Standard | Verification Method / Control Standards |
|---|---|---|
| Ingredient Composition | 100% Sun-dried & Freeze-dried Baby Shrimp (No additives, preservatives, or artificial coloring) | HACCP Raw Material Control, Traceability Log Booked |
| Crude Protein | ≥ 52.0% | AOAC Official Method for Nitrogen determination |
| Crude Fat | ≤ 3.5% | Ether Extraction Method |
| Moisture Content | ≤ 5.0% | Vacuum Oven Sublimation Loss Testing |
| Crude Ash | ≤ 18.0% (Natural Calcium Carbonate shell presence) | High-temperature muffle furnace incineration |
| Astaxanthin Level | ≥ 150 mg/kg | HPLC analysis for natural antioxidant content |
| Heavy Metal Limits | Lead ≤ 2.0 ppm, Arsenic ≤ 2.0 ppm, Cadmium ≤ 0.5 ppm | Inductively Coupled Plasma Mass Spectrometry (ICP-MS) |
| Microbiology Standards | Salmonella: Negative/25g, E. Coli ≤ 10 CFU/g | Third-Party Laboratory (SGS / Pony Testing) |
We operate six advanced vacuum freeze-drying production lines, with a daily production capacity of up to 4,000 kilograms, allowing us to build a stable and efficient core supply chain for freeze-dried pet treats. Our team consists of more than 20 professional technical personnel, supported by an independent product research and development department.
We specialize in customized solutions, offering a highly responsive service that can complete the entire process—from receiving samples and discussing detailed requirements to producing finished samples—in as little as 10 days. This flexibility enables us to meet diverse market demands and support our partners effectively.
Human-Grade raw materials guided by our core philosophy: "Natural, Healthy, Delicious" to scale your business.
We have a wide range of products in stock for your selection. Mixed wholesale of different items is supported. We will provide detailed product specifications and images, and help new clients build up their sales system free of charge.
We are a professional factory specializing in custom production. With sophisticated equipment and an expert R&D team, we deliver bespoke formulas, unique product shapes, and targeted nutrition profiles in 15-30 days to help you capture new market shares.
Choose from a range of flexible variables tailored to fit your distribution network and shelf strategy.
Cats, Dogs, Hamsters, Rabbits, Exotic Pets (Reptiles, Amphibians)
Single pure meat, Multi-ingredient mixes, Functional botanical infusions
Cubes, Round patties, Fine powders, Crumbles, Whole intact raw pieces
Pouches with hang holes, Nitrogen-flushed bags, Jars, Bulk industrial cartons
We provide high-quality product solutions to turn your ideas into commercial success with clear stages.
Detailed evaluation of project goals, nutrition needs, and global regulatory compliance parameters to define exact raw material parameters.
Optimization of protein-to-fat ratios, ash content limits, and amino acid profiles tailored to your brand's unique market claims.
Assistance with graphic designs, materials (recyclable or high-barrier pouches), and oxygen absorber sourcing to guarantee 18+ months shelf life.
Creating direct batch samples under industrial conditions for nutrition and moisture testing prior to committing to mass production.
Sourcing raw materials and initiating PLC-controlled freeze-drying cycles to ensure complete structural uniformity across all tons.
Strict parameter testing, physical sifting, metal detection, and processing of necessary health certificates for target export markets.
Palletization, shrink-wrapping, container packing, and booking shipping channels to ensure cargo integrity from our factory to your warehouse.
Post-delivery support, tracking market feedback, and starting formulation updates to maintain your brand's market competitiveness.
Our facility strictly adheres to ISO, HACCP, and FDA guidelines, ensuring your pet foods meet all global customs policies.
FDA Registration
ISO Standards
HACCP Compliance
CIQ Certification
Safety Testing
Audit Report
See how global manufacturers utilize our baby shrimp across multiple market sectors.
Our freeze-dried baby shrimp are ideal for small aquatic animals, exotic reptiles, and wild birds. They rehydrate quickly, maintaining their natural shape, aroma, and nutrient density.
Get professional answers regarding sourcing, customization, safety standards, and logistical setups.
China is home to the world's most robust seafood supply chain, centered around coastal cities like Rizhao in Shandong Province. Sourcing from our factory gives you access to freshly harvested baby shrimp processed within hours of catch. This coastal proximity, combined with automated manufacturing lines, reduces logistics costs and preserves raw material freshness compared to landlocked processing facilities.
We enforce a multi-step quality control protocol. First, we harvest only from verified, clean-water aquaculture regions with official ecological testing records. Second, every incoming batch is sampled and tested for heavy metals (Lead, Cadmium, Arsenic) using ICP-MS. We issue official health certificates and third-party test reports (SGS) for every export shipment to ensure hassle-free customs clearance.
For wholesale in bulk packaging (cartons or bulk bags), the MOQ starts at 500kg. For customized branded retail packaging (custom bags, pouches, or private label printing), the MOQ typically starts at 3,000 to 5,000 packages, depending on the complexity of the pouch construction and materials used.
Absolutely. We specialize in custom recipe formulations. We can homogenously mix baby shrimp with freeze-dried chicken cubes, duck granules, cod cubes, antarctic krill, or freeze-dried vegetables. This creates balanced, high-protein recipes that make your brand stand out on retail shelves.
GAGA Pet Food Co., Ltd. holds comprehensive international registrations, including US FDA registration, HACCP certification, ISO 9001 quality management standards, and CIQ export licenses. Our facilities are audited regularly to meet import standards for markets in North America, the European Union, South Korea, Japan, and Southeast Asia.
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