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Duck Egg
Duck Egg
Low concern
Duck eggs are a whole-food protein source higher in fat and cholesterol than chicken eggs. They are subject to the same Salmonella precautions as other eggs.
Found in
15 products
What it is
Eggs from domestic ducks (Anas platyrhynchos domesticus); larger and richer than chicken eggs.
Whole food protein/fat source; baking; Asian century-egg/salted-egg preparations.
Why it's flagged
- egg allergen (major)
- Salmonella risk if undercooked
- higher cholesterol than chicken egg
What regulators actually say
"Egg, whole, raw, duck — nutrient profile available."
"Eggs that are not handled properly can cause serious illness from a bacterium called Salmonella."
Regulatory status
United States — FDA
FDA Egg Safety Rule (21 CFR 118) primarily covers chicken; duck shell eggs covered by USDA-AMS / state agencies
European Union — EFSA
Standard egg product
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