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Cuttlefish
Cuttlefish
Low concern
Cuttlefish is a high-protein, low-fat seafood. As a mollusk, it is one of the major food allergens requiring labeling under FALCPA.
Found in
53 products
What it is
Marine cephalopod mollusk of order Sepiida (e.g., Sepia officinalis).
Edible seafood; source of protein.
Why it's flagged
- Mollusk shellfish allergen
- Iodine-rich (relevant for thyroid conditions)
What regulators actually say
"Crustacean shellfish (such as crab, lobster, shrimp) is a major food allergen."
"Squid (calamari) is listed in the 'Best Choices' category for low mercury seafood."
Regulatory status
United States — FDA
Approved seafood; major food allergen labeling required (mollusks)
European Union — EFSA
Permitted; mollusks listed as allergens under EU 1169/2011
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