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Crayfish
Crayfish
Low concern
Crayfish are a nutritious source of lean protein and minerals. They are listed as a major food allergen under FDA crustacean shellfish allergen labeling rules.
Found in
86 products
What it is
Freshwater crustaceans of the families Astacidae, Cambaridae, and Parastacidae; consumed as food.
Animal protein source; ingredient in seafood dishes.
Why it's flagged
- shellfish allergen (major FDA-listed allergen)
What regulators actually say
"FALCPA identifies eight foods or food groups as the major food allergens... Crustacean shellfish (such as crab, lobster, shrimp)."
"Crustaceans and products thereof must be declared as allergens."
Regulatory status
United States — FDA
Food; crustacean shellfish allergen labeling required (FALCPA)
European Union — EFSA
Permitted as food; allergen labeling required under EU FIC 1169/2011
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