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Chub Mackerel

Also known as: pacific mackerel, pacific chub mackerel

Low concern

A nutritious fatty fish high in EPA/DHA omega-3s and vitamin D. FDA classifies chub mackerel as a 'Best Choice' (low-mercury) fish for pregnancy and children.

Found in

11 products

What it is

Scomber japonicus, a small to medium pelagic fish in the mackerel family.

Whole-food fish; fresh, smoked, or canned.

Why it's flagged

Fish allergy
Histamine (scombrotoxin) poisoning if poorly handled

What regulators actually say

"Best Choices (eat 2 to 3 servings per week)... mackerel: Atlantic chub."

FDA/EPA Advice About Eating Fish — fda.gov

Regulatory status

United States — FDA

Subject to seafood HACCP 21 CFR 123; fish is a major allergen; FDA/EPA 'Best Choices' list

European Union — EFSA

Permitted food; subject to EU fish hygiene regulations

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