High Pressure Processing (HPP)

A modern processing method that seperates seafood from the shell without heat, preserving natural quality while improving handling
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What is High Pressure Processing?

High Pressure Processing (HPP) is an advanced method used to separate seafood meat from the shell without applying heat.
By using high levels of pressure, the structure of the shell is gently loosened, allowing the meat to be removed cleanly while remaining raw.
This means the product keeps its natural texture, flavor and quality — without being cooked during the process.

How HPP Works

1. Sealed Chamber

The product is placed in a sealed chamber filled with water, creating a controlled environment for the pressure process.

2. High Pressure 

Extremely high pressure is applied evenly from all sides, loosening the bond between shell and meat without using heat.

3. Clean Separation

The meat detaches cleanly from the shell while remaining raw, allowing for easy handling and further processing.

4. Freezing

The extracted meat is quickly frozen to preserve freshness, texture and quality, ensuring optimal product stability for storage and distribution.

Key Benefits of HPP Seafood

HPP is widely used in products such as lobster, oysters, crab and more to improve usability and consistency.
Traditionally, extracting meat from shellfish can be time-consuming and inconsistent, HPP simplifies this process significantly.

Improved Yield

A higher extraction yield maximizes usable meat, reduces waste and improves cost efficiency, delivering greater value across the entire supply chain.

Easy handling

The meat can be removed quickly and cleanly, minimizing manual effort, reducing preparation time and ensuring efficient handling across kitchens and industrial processing.

Food Safety

HPP enhances food safety by achieving a ≥3.52 log10 reduction of Vibrio spp., in line with ISSC standards.
This reduces bacterial risk while maintaining the product in its raw state.

Efficiency

Reduced labor requirements and simplified handling allow for faster preparation, more efficient operations and consistent outcomes across batches.
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HPP at Golden Seabreeze

At Golden Seabreeze, we focus on offering HPP products that combine raw quality with practical usability. By working closely with selected partners, we ensure that HPP seafood meets our standards in consistency, handling and performance.

This includes a range of HPP lobster products designed for efficient handling and reliable results, making them a practical solution for both foodservice and wholesale applications.
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