Natural Crustaceans Flavouring
Crustacean flavorings derived from shrimp/crab/lobster contain crustacean shellfish proteins, which are major declared allergens under FALCPA. Required allergen labeling.
What it is
Natural crustaceans flavoring is a flavor extract derived from crustaceans (shrimp, crab, lobster), used to provide seafood notes.
Flavoring agent in seafood-style products and snacks.
Why it's flagged
- Contains crustacean shellfish — major declared allergen
What regulators actually say
"The Food Allergen Labeling and Consumer Protection Act (FALCPA) identifies the major food allergens as milk, eggs, fish, Crustacean shellfish, tree nuts, peanuts, wheat, and soybeans."
Regulatory status
United States — FDA
Permitted as natural flavor under 21 CFR 101.22; mandatory crustacean shellfish allergen labeling under FALCPA.
European Union — EFSA
Permitted natural flavoring; crustacean is a labeled allergen under EU 1169/2011.
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