To investigate the microbiological and heavy metal contamination of pickled raw seafood, and to provide basis for effective supervision measures.MethodsPackaged and bulk pickled raw seafood was collect from all seafood markets in Ruian, and samples were tested according to the national standard. The tests included total bacterial count, coliforms, pathogens(Staphyloc occus aureus, Vibrio parahaemolyticus, salmonella, shigella), lead, arsenic, mercury and cadmium. Results349samples were detected, and the total qualified rate was 57.31%. The qualified rates of packaged products and bulk products were 73.09% and 29.37% respectively. The qualified rates of total bacterial count, coliforms, pathogens, lead, arsenic, mercury and cadmium in pickled raw seafood were 60.46%, 79.94%, 85.67%, 95.70%, 97.99%, 100%, and 97.99%. ConclusionThe commercially available pickled raw seafood was seriously contaminated by microorganism in Ruian. Vibrio parahaemolyticus was the dominate food-borne pathogen. Relevant departments should strengthen the supervision and management to ensure the food safety of pickled raw seafood.