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Giant Tiger Prawn
Giant Tiger Prawn
Also known as: Asian tiger shrimp, Penaeus monodon
Low concern
Lean high-protein seafood. Crustacean shellfish is a major food allergen.
Found in
11 products
What it is
Penaeus monodon, a large warm-water shrimp commonly farmed in Asia.
Whole-food crustacean shellfish.
Why it's flagged
- Shellfish allergy
- Possible antibiotic residues in farmed product
- Food safety if undercooked
What regulators actually say
"The major food allergens identified by law are... crustacean shellfish (e.g., crab, lobster, shrimp)."
Regulatory status
United States — FDA
Subject to seafood HACCP 21 CFR 123; crustacean shellfish is a major allergen
European Union — EFSA
Permitted food; crustaceans labeled allergen under EU 1169/2011
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