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Octopus
Also known as: Raw common octopus
Low concern
Octopus is a low-fat, protein-rich seafood. Mollusks are not on the US FDA major allergen list, but the EU lists molluscs as a regulated allergen (Annex II Reg 1169/2011).
Found in
101 products
What it is
Cephalopod mollusk (Octopus vulgaris and related species) used as seafood.
Protein-rich seafood ingredient.
Why it's flagged
- mollusc allergen (EU)
- raw consumption risks
What regulators actually say
"Molluscs and products thereof - listed in Annex II as a substance or product causing allergies or intolerances."
"Mollusks, octopus, common, raw - nutrient profile, low fat and high protein."
Regulatory status
United States — FDA
Regulated as seafood; not on US major allergen list
European Union — EFSA
Molluscs are a regulated allergen (Annex II Reg 1169/2011)
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