Nukos

Nukos is the Cebuano term for squid in the Philippines FacebookWikipedia. In the market, it primarily refers to dried squid (also known as *daing na pusit*), which is a major export commodity and a staple in local diets FacebookFacebook.

Market Trends & Insights

* Global Growth: The global squid market is projected to reach USD 18.15 billion by 2034, with the Asia-Pacific region, including the Philippines, leading in both production and consumption FortunebusinessinsightsFuturemarketinsights.

* Health-Conscious Demand: Increasing consumer preference for low-fat, high-protein seafood is driving market expansion Fortunebusinessinsights.

* E-commerce Surge: While traditional wet markets still dominate for freshness, online distribution is the fastest-growing segment for processed seafood products like dried nukos FortunebusinessinsightsLinkedin.

* Popular Product Forms:

* Dried Nukos: A premier processed product used for breakfast, snacks, and gifts (*pasalubong*) FacebookFacebook.

* Processed Snacks: Rising demand for ready-to-eat items like shredded squid fillets and spicy-sweet squid chips AlibabaAlibaba.

Sourcing & Supply

The B2B landscape shows significant wholesale activity for processed squid snacks, particularly from regional leaders like Vietnam and China, while local Philippine suppliers focus on high-quality dried and frozen exports.

I have identified over 10 products for processed squid snacks and identified several key suppliers in the seafood export sector. Detailed specifications, including pricing and MOQs, can be found in the files below.