Product Information
Is your fish wild caught or farmed?
Great question, we are so glad you asked!. All of the seafood we offer is responsibly farmed, adhering to the highest standards for sustainability, quality, and environmental stewardship. We partner with farms that follow rigorous standards like Best
Do you test for PCBs and Dioxins?
We do not test for pesticides at this time, but it's absolutely something we will do as soon as we can. You can find exactly what we test for published on our website here. That said, we share your concerns around pesticides, and those concerns are a
Is Seatopia's Seafood Farmed or Wild-Caught?
Every species in the Seatopia lineup is responsibly farmed and that distinction is central to everything we do. We partner exclusively with artisanal aquaculture farms that hold certifications from the leading independent bodies in sustainable...
Humane Processing & Fish Welfare at Seatopia
Animal welfare is not a secondary consideration at Seatopia, it's inseparable from quality, integrity, and our commitment to the Seatopia Standard. We work exclusively with farms that uphold the highest global benchmarks for animal husbandry and...
What Goes Into the Price of Seatopia Seafood?
The price of Seatopia seafood reflects the true cost of doing things right from farm to table. Premium Sourcing and Farming Standards Our farm partners raise fish on clean, nutrient-dense feeds including algae-based oil inclusions that elevate...
Is Seatopia's Seafood Sushi-Grade?
Yes all Seatopia seafood is sushi-grade, arriving blast-frozen at peak freshness using commercial super-freezing technology. This process locks in quality, texture, color, and flavor in a way that matches or exceeds the best sushi-grade fish...
Is Seatopia's Seafood Safe to Eat Raw During Pregnancy?
Pregnancy involves specific dietary considerations that vary by individual. We always recommend consulting your healthcare provider or midwife to confirm whether raw seafood is appropriate for you during pregnancy. Here's what we can tell you...
Is There a Risk of Parasites in Seatopia's Fish?
Parasites are a naturally occuring and legitimate concern with seafood and it's a question worth asking. Here's the full picture for Seatopia seafood. **Farm-Raised Fish Are Significantly Less Exposed to Parasites** Wild fish acquire parasites...
Does Seatopia Use Antibiotics in Its Fish?
Seatopia has a strict zero-tolerance policy for the preventative use of antibiotics. None of our farm partners use antibiotics as a routine feed additive or preventative measure. This is a non-negotiable condition of every partnership we maintain....
What Are the Ingredients in the Fish Feed?
Feed composition is one of the most important factors in the quality and the cleanliness of farmed seafood. We currently work with 19 different species across multiple partner farms. Different species require different feed compositions, and each...
What Are the Omega-3:6 Ratios in Seatopia's Fish?
Omega-3:6 ratios are a direct reflection of what a fish eats and why feed quality is central to the Seatopia Standard. Fish fed diets higher in algae oil produce a more favorable Omega-3:6 ratio. This is precisely why transitioning our farm...
What about dyeing salmon? Where does the red color come from?
A salmon's color (in the wild, and from farms) comes from **astaxanthin**, a powerful carotenoid antioxidant in the same family as beta-carotene. It's the compound that makes carrots orange and flamingos pink. It's naturally present in kelp,...
What Is a Portion at Seatopia?
At Seatopia, our boxes are sold in **portions** — not individual fillets or bags. Portion sizes are established in consultation with professional chefs and nutritionists to reflect appropriate and satisfying serving sizes for each type of seafood...
How Long Can I Keep Seatopia Fish in the Freezer?
Properly stored blast-frozen fish can maintain sashimi-grade quality far longer than most people expect. Here's the full picture. **Vacuum-sealed and consistently frozen fish** can hold its quality for many months — provided the seal remains...
How to Properly Thaw Seatopia Seafood
Proper thawing is one of the most important steps in preparing sashimi-grade seafood — and the method matters. Here's the approach we recommend for optimal results. **Step 1: Remove from the bag** Take the fish out of the freezer and remove it...
How Long Does Thawed Fish and Caviar Last in the Refrigerator?
Once thawed, Seatopia seafood is best consumed within **1–3 days** in the refrigerator for optimal flavor, texture, and food safety. Earlier is generally better — fish continues to dry out slightly even when properly refrigerated. **Tips for...
What Is Blast-Frozen Fish?
All Seatopia seafood is **blast-frozen** at peak freshness using commercial super-freezing technology. This is not the same as standard home or commercial freezing and the difference is significant. **How it works:** Super-freezing rapidly drops...
Does Seatopia Use Vaccines in Its Fish?
Many of our farm partners use vaccines as a preventive health measure in accordance with third-party certification requirements. Vaccines in all agriculture, not just aquaculture, are one part of a comprehensive strategy to avoid antibiotics or...
My Fish Seems Slightly Different Than Expected — What's Going On?
Seatopia seafood is a living, natural product and like all whole foods, some variation from harvest to harvest is normal. Factors that can influence flavor include: - Seasonal changes in farm environment like water temperature - Variations in a...