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Cod Roe
Cod Roe
Moderate concern
Cod roe is a whole-food source of protein and omega-3, but is high in cholesterol and sodium (especially when cured). Fish allergen risk applies.
Found in
6 products
What it is
The egg mass of cod (Gadus morhua), eaten fresh, smoked, or cured (e.g., taramasalata, Japanese mentaiko).
Whole-food seafood ingredient; eaten as delicacy or paste.
Why it's flagged
- fish allergen (FALCPA)
- high sodium when cured
- high cholesterol
What regulators actually say
"FDA regulates seafood including roe products under the Seafood HACCP regulation (21 CFR 123)."
Regulatory status
United States — FDA
Seafood regulated under FDA seafood HACCP (21 CFR 123); fish is a major allergen.
European Union — EFSA
Standard seafood; fish is a labeled allergen.
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