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Shrimp meal

Shrimp meal is used in boilie formulation mainly as a protein source, mineral source, texture coarsener and attraction contributor. Typical dosage is expressed as a percentage of the dry mix.

Also known as: prawn meal, shrimp powder, prawn powder

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Recommended inclusion

Minimum: 2.5%
Typical: 7.5%
Maximum: 15%
Absolute maximum: 20%

0% 2.5%–15% ideal 20%+ too dominant too much

Above the recommended maximum the mix becomes harder to balance. Treat the absolute maximum as a hard ceiling.

Nutritional estimates

per 100 g dry · estimated

Protein 48%

Fat 8%

Fibre 10%

Ash 20%

Moisture 8%

Water solubility 10%

Energy 1450 kJ/100g

Functional properties

Binding strength 2/10

Digestibility 7/10

Solubility / leakage 6/10

Natural attraction 9/10

Hardening 3/10

Softening 2/10

Texture opening 8/10

Cold water suitability 7/10

Warm water suitability 8/10

Buoyancy -3/10

Clouding 7/10

Oiliness 5/10

Processing tolerance 8/10

Roles

Protein sourceMineral sourceTexture coarsenerAttraction contributor

Allergens

Crustaceans

Data confidence: Medium

Estimates from ingredient data — practical guidance, not laboratory analysis.

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