Mollusc
Also known as: molluscs, mollusks, mollusk
Molluscs are a major food allergen and a generic umbrella term. As a category they encompass diverse safety considerations: allergy, marine biotoxins (PSP, ASP, DSP), and bivalves carrying Vibrio risks.
What it is
Generic umbrella term covering edible molluscs: clams, mussels, oysters, scallops, squid, octopus, abalone, snails, etc.
Edible seafood (umbrella category).
Why it's flagged
- Mollusc shellfish is a major food allergen
What regulators actually say
"The NSSP is the federal/state cooperative program recognized by FDA for the sanitary control of molluscan shellfish."
"Molluscs and products thereof are listed in Annex II as substances or products causing allergies or intolerances."
Regulatory status
United States — FDA
Allergen labeling required for crustacean shellfish under FALCPA; molluscan shellfish regulated under NSSP.
European Union — EFSA
Molluscs listed in Annex II of EU 1169/2011 as a declared allergen.
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