San Francisco Bay Brand, Inc.

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Overview

San Francisco Bay Brand, Inc. (SFBB) manufactures frozen and freeze-dried fish foods for aquarium use. Established since 1968, it provides products like brine shrimp, bloodworms, and mysis shrimp, emphasizing natural ingredients without dyes or fillers. The company focuses on nutrition for fish and aquatic wildlife through farm-to-tank processes.

History

Founded in 1968 by the Schmidt family in the US, inspired by brine shrimp discoveries at Steinhart Aquarium. It has operated for over 50 years as a provider of premium frozen fish foods. Continuous research and development maintains its position in the industry.

Product Lines

Product Line	Positioning	Price Range
Frozen Brine Shrimp	Nutrient-rich starter food	$5 - $20
Frozen Bloodworms	High-protein treat	$6 - $25
Frozen Mysis Shrimp	Shrimp alternative for marine fish	$7 - $30
Freeze-Dried Mysis Shrimp	Convenient shelf-stable option	$8 - $15
Nibble Bits	Small particle frozen feeds	$5 - $20

Manufacturing

Products are manufactured in-house at its facility in Newark, CA, USA, using fresh farmed and natural ingredients processed from farm to tank.

Notable Products

Brine Shrimp - Frozen brine shrimp known for high palatability and nutrition since 1965.
Bloodworms - Frozen bloodworms providing protein for various fish species.
Mysis Shrimp - Frozen or freeze-dried mysis shrimp favored by marine aquarists.
Nibble Bits - Innovative small-sized frozen feeds for smaller fish.

Reputation

Aquarists trust SFBB for pure, natural fish foods without additives, with positive feedback on fish health and acceptance. Products like brine shrimp and mysis receive consistent praise in forums for quality. Some users compare it favorably to competitors but note availability of alternatives like LRS feeds.

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