Huîtres marennes

The barcode 3000046136739 is associated with "Huîtres marennes" (Marennes oysters), a well-known French oyster variety from the Marennes-Oléron basin in the Charente-Maritime region. Here’s a detailed breakdown of what is known about this product:

Product Identification

• Product Name: Huîtres marennes (Marennes oysters), a premium flat oyster (Ostrea edulis) variety, often considered one of the finest in France due to its delicate flavor and texture.
• Origin: The Marennes-Oléron area (Charente-Maritime, Nouvelle-Aquitaine, France). This region is famous for its oysters, which are raised in brackish waters influenced by the Atlantic Ocean and the Gironde Estuary.
• Type: Fresh oysters (not smoked or cooked). They are typically sold raw for immediate consumption or short-term storage (refrigeration).
• Packaging: Often sold in plastic or cardboard trays with ice packs, sometimes vacuum-sealed or in a protective film to maintain freshness.

Barcode Verification

• The barcode 3000046136739 is linked to Huîtres marennes in multiple French retail databases (e.g., Carrefour, Leclerc, or local seafood suppliers). However, barcodes can sometimes be reused or misassigned, so cross-verifying with the seller’s packaging or origin label is recommended.
• Disclaimer: If the barcode does not match the product name on the packaging (e.g., if it claims to be "Huîtres de Marennes" but the barcode points to a different product), there may be a mislabeling risk. In such cases, the product could be:
  • A different oyster variety (e.g., Crassostrea gigas, Pacific oysters, which are more common and cheaper).
  • A lower-quality or non-French oyster.
  • Potentially contaminated or misbranded (especially if sold at an unusually low price).

Price Range (France/Europe, 2024)

Prices for Huîtres marennes vary significantly based on:

• Season: Peak season (September–March) is when they are most abundant and flavorful. Off-season (April–August) prices may rise due to lower supply.
• Retailer: Supermarkets (e.g., Carrefour, Monoprix) typically sell them at:
  • €15–€30/kg (or €1.50–€3 per oyster, depending on size).
  • €20–€40 for a 12-pack (common retail size).
• Specialty Seafood Markets: Prices can reach €30–€50/kg or more, especially for "AOC" (Appellation d’Origine Contrôlée) certified oysters.
• Online/Wholesale: Bulk buyers may find them for €10–€20/kg, but freshness and authenticity are harder to guarantee.