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Canned Sardine in Tomato Sauce, Reserve Military Rations

Canned Sardine in Tomato Sauce, Reserve Military Rations

US$0.15-0.40
1,000 Pieces(MOQ)
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High Quality Canned Sardine 125gx50 Tins Sardine Canned

High Quality Canned Sardine 125gx50 Tins Sardine Canned

US$0.15-0.40
1,000 Pieces(MOQ)
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Canned Sardine in Vegetable Oil 125g

Canned Sardine in Vegetable Oil 125g

US$0.15-0.40
1,000 Pieces(MOQ)
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155g Canned Sardine Fresh Sardine in Oil

155g Canned Sardine Fresh Sardine in Oil

US$0.15-0.40
1,000 Pieces(MOQ)
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Find Similar Iconhigh Quality Canned Sardine 425gx50 Tins Fish

Find Similar Iconhigh Quality Canned Sardine 425gx50 Tins Fish

US$0.15-0.40
1,000 Pieces(MOQ)
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Canned Sardines, Prepared From Fresh Sea Fish and Packed in Tomato Sauce

Canned Sardines, Prepared From Fresh Sea Fish and Packed in Tomato Sauce

US$0.15-0.40
1,000 Pieces(MOQ)
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Export Quality Oil Preserved Canned Sardine in Stock for Fast Delivery Wholesale Bulk

Export Quality Oil Preserved Canned Sardine in Stock for Fast Delivery Wholesale Bulk

US$0.15-0.40
1,000 Pieces(MOQ)
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Canned Sardines From Fresh Sea Fish, Tomato Sauce, 125g Net Weight, Ready-to-Serve

Canned Sardines From Fresh Sea Fish, Tomato Sauce, 125g Net Weight, Ready-to-Serve

US$0.15-0.40
1,000 Pieces(MOQ)
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Factory Price Canned Sardines High Quality Canned Sardines in Vegetable Oil Supplier From Morocco Sardine

Factory Price Canned Sardines High Quality Canned Sardines in Vegetable Oil Supplier From Morocco Sardine

US$0.15-0.40
1,000 Pieces(MOQ)
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Canned Sardine Brand in Vegetable Oil 125g for Hot Sale

Canned Sardine Brand in Vegetable Oil 125g for Hot Sale

US$0.15-0.40
1,000 Pieces(MOQ)
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Seven-Star Sardine, Canned Sardine in Tomato Sauce, Military Food Reserves

Seven-Star Sardine, Canned Sardine in Tomato Sauce, Military Food Reserves

US$0.15-0.40
1,000 Pieces(MOQ)
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Seven-Star Sardine, Canned Sardine in Tomato Sauce, Restaurant Catering Using

Seven-Star Sardine, Canned Sardine in Tomato Sauce, Restaurant Catering Using

US$0.15-0.40
1,000 Pieces(MOQ)
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Factory Price Canned Sardines From China Sardined in Vegetable Oil

Factory Price Canned Sardines From China Sardined in Vegetable Oil

US$0.15-0.40
1,000 Pieces(MOQ)
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Brand 425g Canned Sardines in Tomato Sauce Competitive Price for Cambodia

Brand 425g Canned Sardines in Tomato Sauce Competitive Price for Cambodia

US$0.40
1,000 Pieces(MOQ)
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Canned Sardines From Fresh Sea Fish, Immersed in a Tangy Tomato Sauce

Canned Sardines From Fresh Sea Fish, Immersed in a Tangy Tomato Sauce

US$0.15-0.40
1,000 Pieces(MOQ)
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125g/175g/425g Canned Sardines in Tomato Sauce or Vegetable Oils for Cambodia

125g/175g/425g Canned Sardines in Tomato Sauce or Vegetable Oils for Cambodia

US$0.40
1,000 Pieces(MOQ)
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Canned Sardines From Fresh Sea Fish in Oil, Net Weight 125g

Canned Sardines From Fresh Sea Fish in Oil, Net Weight 125g

US$0.15-0.40
1,000 Pieces(MOQ)
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High-Quality Canned Sardines in Tomato Sauce Customizable Canned Sardines

High-Quality Canned Sardines in Tomato Sauce Customizable Canned Sardines

US$0.15-0.40
1,000 Pieces(MOQ)
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Seven-Star Sardines, Canned Sardines in Tomato Sauce, Catring Cooking Ingredients

Seven-Star Sardines, Canned Sardines in Tomato Sauce, Catring Cooking Ingredients

US$0.15-0.40
1,000 Pieces(MOQ)
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Fresh Sea Fish and Tomato Sauce, Canned Sardine as Cooking Ingredient for Family

Fresh Sea Fish and Tomato Sauce, Canned Sardine as Cooking Ingredient for Family

US$0.15-0.40
1,000 Pieces(MOQ)
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Canned Sardine in Sunflower Oil, Seven-Star Sardines, Cooking Ingredients

Canned Sardine in Sunflower Oil, Seven-Star Sardines, Cooking Ingredients

US$0.15-0.40
1,000 Pieces(MOQ)
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Wholesale Price Canned Sardine Fish in Vegetable Oil Tin Sardine

Wholesale Price Canned Sardine Fish in Vegetable Oil Tin Sardine

US$0.15-0.40
1,000 Pieces(MOQ)
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Canned Sardine in Oil Seven-Star Ingredient for Cambodia Family Daily Cooking

Canned Sardine in Oil Seven-Star Ingredient for Cambodia Family Daily Cooking

US$0.15-0.40
1,000 Pieces(MOQ)
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155g Cheap Canned Sardines Factory Supplier

155g Cheap Canned Sardines Factory Supplier

US$0.15-0.40
1,000 Pieces(MOQ)
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Seven-Star Sardines, Canned Sardines in Tomato Sauce, Cooking Ingredient for Catering

Seven-Star Sardines, Canned Sardines in Tomato Sauce, Cooking Ingredient for Catering

US$0.15-0.40
1,000 Pieces(MOQ)
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Canned Sardines in Vegetable Oil, Seven-Star Sardines Material, Family Ready to Eat

Canned Sardines in Vegetable Oil, Seven-Star Sardines Material, Family Ready to Eat

US$0.15-0.40
1,000 Pieces(MOQ)
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Canned Sardines in Oil, Ready to Eat for Family Daily Eating

Canned Sardines in Oil, Ready to Eat for Family Daily Eating

US$0.15-0.40
1,000 Pieces(MOQ)
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Canned Sardines in Tomato Sauce, Seven-Star Sardines, Family Ready to Eat

Canned Sardines in Tomato Sauce, Seven-Star Sardines, Family Ready to Eat

US$0.15-0.40
1,000 Pieces(MOQ)
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Oil-Packed Canned Sardines From Freshly Caught Sea Fish, Net 125g

Oil-Packed Canned Sardines From Freshly Caught Sea Fish, Net 125g

US$0.15-0.40
1,000 Pieces(MOQ)
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Canned Sardines in Oil, Fresh Seven-Star Sardines, Family Daily Ready to Eat

Canned Sardines in Oil, Fresh Seven-Star Sardines, Family Daily Ready to Eat

US$0.15-0.40
1,000 Pieces(MOQ)
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Canned Sardines in Vegetables Oil, Seven-Star Sardines, Family Ready to Eat

Canned Sardines in Vegetables Oil, Seven-Star Sardines, Family Ready to Eat

US$0.15-0.40
1,000 Pieces(MOQ)
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Canned Sardines in Tomato Sauce, Seven-Star Sardines, Ready-to-Eat

Canned Sardines in Tomato Sauce, Seven-Star Sardines, Ready-to-Eat

US$0.15-0.40
1,000 Pieces(MOQ)
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Canned Sardines in Oil, Catering and Family Cooking Using

Canned Sardines in Oil, Catering and Family Cooking Using

US$0.15-0.40
1,000 Pieces(MOQ)
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Canned Sardines in Vegetables Oil, Seven-Star Sardines, Military Food Reserves

Canned Sardines in Vegetables Oil, Seven-Star Sardines, Military Food Reserves

US$0.15-0.40
1,000 Pieces(MOQ)
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Seven-Star Material, Canned Sardines in Tomato Sauce, Family Daily Eating

Seven-Star Material, Canned Sardines in Tomato Sauce, Family Daily Eating

US$0.15-0.40
1,000 Pieces(MOQ)
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Canned Sardines in Oil, Fresh Seven-Star Sardines, Family Daily Cooking Use

Canned Sardines in Oil, Fresh Seven-Star Sardines, Family Daily Cooking Use

US$0.15-0.40
1,000 Pieces(MOQ)
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Canned Sardines in Oil, Easy Open Can, Cooking Ingredients for Restaurant

Canned Sardines in Oil, Easy Open Can, Cooking Ingredients for Restaurant

US$0.15-0.40
1,000 Pieces(MOQ)
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Canned Sardines in Oil, Seven-Star Sardines Material, Cooking Ingredient for Catering

Canned Sardines in Oil, Seven-Star Sardines Material, Cooking Ingredient for Catering

US$0.15-0.40
1,000 Pieces(MOQ)
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Canned Sardines in Oil, Seven-Star Sardines Material, Cooking Ingredients for Family Kitchen

Canned Sardines in Oil, Seven-Star Sardines Material, Cooking Ingredients for Family Kitchen

US$0.15-0.40
1,000 Pieces(MOQ)
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Catering-Grade Canned Sardines (Seven-Star) in Tomato Sauce

Catering-Grade Canned Sardines (Seven-Star) in Tomato Sauce

US$0.15-0.40
1,000 Pieces(MOQ)
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Canned Sardines in Oil, Seven-Star Sardines, Cooking Ingredients for Restaurant

Canned Sardines in Oil, Seven-Star Sardines, Cooking Ingredients for Restaurant

US$0.15-0.40
1,000 Pieces(MOQ)
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Fresh Sea Sardine in Tomato Sauce, Canned Sardine for Wholesale

Fresh Sea Sardine in Tomato Sauce, Canned Sardine for Wholesale

US$0.15-0.40
1,000 Pieces(MOQ)
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Canned Sardines in Oil, Fresh Seven-Star Sardines, Family Daily Eating

Canned Sardines in Oil, Fresh Seven-Star Sardines, Family Daily Eating

US$0.15-0.40
1,000 Pieces(MOQ)
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Seven-Star Material, Canned Sardines in Tomato Sauce, Family Daily Cooking

Seven-Star Material, Canned Sardines in Tomato Sauce, Family Daily Cooking

US$0.15-0.40
1,000 Pieces(MOQ)
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Canned Sardines in Vegetables Oil, Seven-Star Sardines, Reserve Food for Marching

Canned Sardines in Vegetables Oil, Seven-Star Sardines, Reserve Food for Marching

US$0.15-0.40
1,000 Pieces(MOQ)
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Canned Sardines in Tomato Sauce Nw125g, for Army Catering Using

Canned Sardines in Tomato Sauce Nw125g, for Army Catering Using

US$0.15-0.40
1,000 Pieces(MOQ)
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Canned Sardines in Sunflower Oil, Seven-Star Sardines, Cooking Ingredients for Catering

Canned Sardines in Sunflower Oil, Seven-Star Sardines, Cooking Ingredients for Catering

US$0.15-0.40
1,000 Pieces(MOQ)
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Fresh Ingredient Canned Sardine in Oil, Metal Can Packing

Fresh Ingredient Canned Sardine in Oil, Metal Can Packing

US$0.15-0.40
1,000 Pieces(MOQ)
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Fresh Sea Fish Canned Sardines in Oil Nw125g Ready to Eat for Exporting and Wholesales

Fresh Sea Fish Canned Sardines in Oil Nw125g Ready to Eat for Exporting and Wholesales

US$0.15-0.40
1,000 Pieces(MOQ)
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Canned Sardines in Tomato Sauce, Seven-Star Sardines, Cooking Ingredients for Family

Canned Sardines in Tomato Sauce, Seven-Star Sardines, Cooking Ingredients for Family

US$0.15-0.40
1,000 Pieces(MOQ)
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Canned Sardines in Oil, Fresh Sea Fish, Family Daily Cooking Use

Canned Sardines in Oil, Fresh Sea Fish, Family Daily Cooking Use

US$0.15-0.40
1,000 Pieces(MOQ)
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Fresh Sea Fish Canned Sardines in Oil Nw125 Packaged in Lithography Can

Fresh Sea Fish Canned Sardines in Oil Nw125 Packaged in Lithography Can

US$0.15-0.40
1,000 Pieces(MOQ)
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Canned Sardine in Tomato Sauce Seven-Star Sardine Ingredient for Cambodia Market

Canned Sardine in Tomato Sauce Seven-Star Sardine Ingredient for Cambodia Market

US$0.15-0.40
1,000 Pieces(MOQ)
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Canned Sardines in Sunflower Oil, Seven-Star Sardines, Cooking Ingredients for Army Catering

Canned Sardines in Sunflower Oil, Seven-Star Sardines, Cooking Ingredients for Army Catering

US$0.15-0.40
1,000 Pieces(MOQ)
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Canned Sardines in Oil, Fresh Sea Fish, Cooking Ingredients for Restaurtant

Canned Sardines in Oil, Fresh Sea Fish, Cooking Ingredients for Restaurtant

US$0.15-0.40
1,000 Pieces(MOQ)
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New Mackerel in Tomato Sauce or Vegetable Oil Canned Sardines

New Mackerel in Tomato Sauce or Vegetable Oil Canned Sardines

US$0.15-0.40
1,000 Pieces(MOQ)
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Canned Sardines in Tomato Sauce, for Army Catering Using

Canned Sardines in Tomato Sauce, for Army Catering Using

US$0.15-0.40
1,000 Pieces(MOQ)
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Canned Sardines in Tomato Sauce, Fresh Seven-Star Sardines as Ingredients

Canned Sardines in Tomato Sauce, Fresh Seven-Star Sardines as Ingredients

US$0.15-0.40
1,000 Pieces(MOQ)
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Canned Seafood Sardines in Tomato Sauce Canned Sardines

Canned Seafood Sardines in Tomato Sauce Canned Sardines

US$0.15-0.40
1,000 Pieces(MOQ)
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Canned Sardines in Oil, Fresh Sea Fish, Cooking Ingredients for Catering

Canned Sardines in Oil, Fresh Sea Fish, Cooking Ingredients for Catering

US$0.15-0.40
1,000 Pieces(MOQ)
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Seven-Star Sardine Ingredient Canned Sardine in Tomato Sauce

Seven-Star Sardine Ingredient Canned Sardine in Tomato Sauce

US$0.15-0.40
1,000 Pieces(MOQ)
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155 G Tomato Sauce Flavored Canned Sardines

155 G Tomato Sauce Flavored Canned Sardines

US$0.15-0.40
1,000 Pieces(MOQ)
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Fresh Seafood Canned Sardines in Tomato Sauce, Sea Fish in Nw425g

Fresh Seafood Canned Sardines in Tomato Sauce, Sea Fish in Nw425g

US$0.40
1,000 Pieces(MOQ)
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Fresh Sardine Canned Sardines in Tomato Sauce, Ready-to-Eat for Family

Fresh Sardine Canned Sardines in Tomato Sauce, Ready-to-Eat for Family

US$0.15-0.40
1,000 Pieces(MOQ)
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Fresh Seafood Canned Sardines in Tomato Sauce, Sea Fish in Nw155g

Fresh Seafood Canned Sardines in Tomato Sauce, Sea Fish in Nw155g

US$0.40
1,000 Pieces(MOQ)
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Canned Sardines in Tomato Sauce, Fresh Seven-Star Sardine Ingredients

Canned Sardines in Tomato Sauce, Fresh Seven-Star Sardine Ingredients

US$0.15-0.40
1,000 Pieces(MOQ)
Sample Available
Canned Seven-Star Sardines in Vegetables Oil, Family Daily Ready to Eat

Canned Seven-Star Sardines in Vegetables Oil, Family Daily Ready to Eat

US$0.15-0.40
1,000 Pieces(MOQ)
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Canned Seven-Star Sardines in Oil, Ready to Eat for Army Daily Eating

Canned Seven-Star Sardines in Oil, Ready to Eat for Army Daily Eating

US$0.15-0.40
1,000 Pieces(MOQ)
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Canned Seven-Star Sardine in Tomato Sauce, Family Ready-to-Eat with Meal

Canned Seven-Star Sardine in Tomato Sauce, Family Ready-to-Eat with Meal

US$0.15-0.40
1,000 Pieces(MOQ)
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Canned Seven-Star Sardines in Sunflower Oil, Cooking Ingredients for Catering and Restaurant

Canned Seven-Star Sardines in Sunflower Oil, Cooking Ingredients for Catering and Restaurant

US$0.15-0.40
1,000 Pieces(MOQ)
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Canned Seven Star Sardines in Tomato Sauce, Fresh Sea Fish

Canned Seven Star Sardines in Tomato Sauce, Fresh Sea Fish

US$0.15-0.40
1,000 Pieces(MOQ)
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Premium Chinese Canned Sardines in Tomato Sauce 125g Canned Sardines Sauce Manufacturer

Premium Chinese Canned Sardines in Tomato Sauce 125g Canned Sardines Sauce Manufacturer

US$0.15-0.40
1,000 Pieces(MOQ)
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Canned Sardine in Brine Nw425g, Seven-Star Ingredient, Family Daily Cooking

Canned Sardine in Brine Nw425g, Seven-Star Ingredient, Family Daily Cooking

US$0.20-0.40
500 Boxes(MOQ)
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Canned Seven-Star Sardine in Brine Nw425g for Restaurant Daily Ingredient

Canned Seven-Star Sardine in Brine Nw425g for Restaurant Daily Ingredient

US$0.20-0.40
500 Boxes(MOQ)
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Best-Selling Canned Vegetable Canned Sardines in Soybean/Sunflower Oil with Good Quality

Best-Selling Canned Vegetable Canned Sardines in Soybean/Sunflower Oil with Good Quality

US$16.00
1,880 Boxes(MOQ)
Sample Available
High Quality Canned Sardine with Cheap Price

High Quality Canned Sardine with Cheap Price

US$16.00
1,880 Boxes(MOQ)
Sample Available
Canned Sardines for Salads and Pasta Dishes

Canned Sardines for Salads and Pasta Dishes

US$16.00
3,250 Boxes(MOQ)
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Canned Sardines with Minimal Processing in Oil

Canned Sardines with Minimal Processing in Oil

US$16.00
3,250 Boxes(MOQ)
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Canned Sardine Fish in Vegetable Oil with Best Quality

Canned Sardine Fish in Vegetable Oil with Best Quality

US$16.00
1,880 Boxes(MOQ)
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Top Quality Factory Price Canned Sardine in Vegetable Oil

Top Quality Factory Price Canned Sardine in Vegetable Oil

US$16.00
3,250 Boxes(MOQ)
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Canned Sardines for Camping and Hiking Easy Open

Canned Sardines for Camping and Hiking Easy Open

US$16.00
3,250 Boxes(MOQ)
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Canned Sardine in Vegetable Oil in Square Tin

Canned Sardine in Vegetable Oil in Square Tin

US$16.00
1,880 Boxes(MOQ)
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Canned Sardines in Vegetable Oil Top Quality with Factory Prize

Canned Sardines in Vegetable Oil Top Quality with Factory Prize

US$16.00
1,880 Boxes(MOQ)
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High Quality Canned Sardine in Tomato Sauce 155g

High Quality Canned Sardine in Tomato Sauce 155g

US$16.00
1,880 Boxes(MOQ)
Sample Available
Cheap Canned Sardines Canned Sardines in Soyabean/Sunflower Oil

Cheap Canned Sardines Canned Sardines in Soyabean/Sunflower Oil

US$16.00
1,880 Boxes(MOQ)
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Qualified Canned Sardine in Vegetable Oil with Lemon

Qualified Canned Sardine in Vegetable Oil with Lemon

US$16.00
1,880 Boxes(MOQ)
Sample Available
Morocco Titus Canned Sardines in Vegetable Oil 125g

Morocco Titus Canned Sardines in Vegetable Oil 125g

US$16.00
1,880 Boxes(MOQ)
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Canned Sardine in Vegetable Oil 125g with Best Quality

Canned Sardine in Vegetable Oil 125g with Best Quality

US$17.80
3,250 Boxes(MOQ)
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Canned Food Canned Sardine Ready to Eat Healthy Product Outdoor

Canned Food Canned Sardine Ready to Eat Healthy Product Outdoor

US$17.80
3,250 Boxes(MOQ)
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Canned Sardine The Best Sardines From China with Vegetable Oil Tin Factory Direct

Canned Sardine The Best Sardines From China with Vegetable Oil Tin Factory Direct

US$17.80
3,250 Boxes(MOQ)
Sample Available
Canned Sardine 125g in Oil

Canned Sardine 125g in Oil

US$16.00
1,880 Boxes(MOQ)
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Canned Sardine Best Quality Sardines in Vegetable Oil

Canned Sardine Best Quality Sardines in Vegetable Oil

US$17.80
3,250 Boxes(MOQ)
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Canned Sardine High Quality Canned Fish Low Prices China Suppliers

Canned Sardine High Quality Canned Fish Low Prices China Suppliers

US$15.00-17.00
3,250 Boxes(MOQ)
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Canned Sardine Best Quality Sardines, 125g Sardine in Vegetable Oil

Canned Sardine Best Quality Sardines, 125g Sardine in Vegetable Oil

US$17.80
3,250 Boxes(MOQ)
Sample Available
Hot Selling 125g Canned Sardine in Oil/Tomato Sauce

Hot Selling 125g Canned Sardine in Oil/Tomato Sauce

US$16.00
1,880 Boxes(MOQ)
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2023 Best Seller Fish Canned Sardine Sandwich Presavation Oil Sardine Shredded for Cooking Products and Food Mix

2023 Best Seller Fish Canned Sardine Sandwich Presavation Oil Sardine Shredded for Cooking Products and Food Mix

US$16.00
1,880 Boxes(MOQ)
Sample Available
Canned Sardine Fish in Vegetable Oils with Best Quality and Price

Canned Sardine Fish in Vegetable Oils with Best Quality and Price

US$17.80
3,250 Boxes(MOQ)
Sample Available
High Quality Factory Supplied Canned Sardine in Vegetable Oil

High Quality Factory Supplied Canned Sardine in Vegetable Oil

US$17.50
3,250 Boxes(MOQ)
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Sourcing guidance for Canned Sardine

What are the key quality standards and certifications required for importing canned sardines?

When sourcing canned sardines, the most critical factor is food safety compliance. You must ensure the supplier holds HACCP (Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points) and ISO 22000 certifications. For specific markets, look for FDA registration (USA), EU health marks, or Halal/Kosher certifications. Additionally, verify that the product meets Codex Alimentarius (CXS 94-1981) standards for canned sardines and sardine-type products to ensure proper fish species identification and processing quality.

How do I evaluate the product specifications and ingredients for different market tiers?

The value of canned sardines is determined by the drain weight ratio, the type of medium (oil, brine, or tomato sauce), and the fish count per can. Premium markets often prefer Extra Virgin Olive Oil and a high fish density (3-5 large fish or 10-12 small 'brisling' style fish). Ensure the histamine levels are below 50 mg/kg and that the salt content aligns with regional health regulations. Request a Certificate of Analysis (COA) for every batch to verify these parameters.

What packaging considerations are essential for long-distance cross-border shipping?

Canned goods are heavy and prone to denting. Specify the use of BPA-NI (BPA Non-Intent) linings to prevent chemical leaching and ensure a shelf life of 3 to 5 years. For outer packaging, use double-wall corrugated export cartons with reinforced pallets. If you are a retailer, consider Easy-Open Ends (EOE) as they are a standard consumer expectation in modern B2B trade, whereas 'club cans' with keys are becoming niche.

How can I verify the sustainability and ethical sourcing of the sardines?

Sustainability is a major selling point in the seafood industry. Prioritize suppliers who are MSC (Marine Stewardship Council) or Friend of the Sea certified. These certifications guarantee that the sardines are caught using sustainable methods that prevent overfishing and minimize bycatch. Ask for traceability documentation that links the production lot back to the specific fishing vessel and harvest zone (FAO area).

Cross-Border Procurement Risks and Strategic Advice for Canned Seafood

How can I mitigate the risk of receiving 'blown' or spoiled cans during transit?

Spoilage is often due to improper sterilization or micro-leaks. To mitigate this, hire a third-party inspection agency (like SGS or Intertek) to perform a 'Vacuum Test' and 'Incubation Test' on samples before the balance payment is made. Ensure your contract includes a defect rate clause (e.g., if more than 1% of cans are dented or blown, the supplier must provide a refund or replacement).

What are the best strategies for negotiating prices with large-scale seafood canneries?

Seafood pricing is highly volatile due to seasonal catches. To secure the best rates, negotiate during the peak fishing season for the specific species (e.g., Moroccan or Chinese sardine seasons). Offer a longer-term purchasing forecast in exchange for a fixed price, or use tiered pricing based on container volumes (FCL). Buying in Full Container Loads (FCL) significantly reduces the per-unit shipping cost compared to LCL.

What are the common customs pitfalls when importing canned fish?

The most common delay is caused by incorrect labeling. Labels must include the scientific name of the fish, the net/drained weight, the country of origin, and the manufacturer's registration number in the language of the destination country. Failure to comply can lead to expensive port storage fees or forced destruction of the cargo. Always pre-clear your label designs with a local customs broker.

How should I handle payment security and shipping logistics for high-volume food orders?

For new suppliers, use Letter of Credit (L/C) or Trade Assurance services on platforms like Made-in-China.com to protect your funds until the Bill of Lading is issued. Regarding logistics, choose FOB (Free On Board) terms to maintain control over the freight forwarder and shipping route, ensuring the containers are not placed near heat sources on the vessel, which could degrade the oil quality inside the cans.

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