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Shrimp Flavouring

Moderate concern

Flavoring containing or derived from crustaceans is a major food allergen. Crustacean shellfish is one of the FDA's nine major food allergens; declarations are required.

Found in

38 products

What it is

Flavoring derived from shrimp/seafood, or simulating shrimp flavor (natural and/or artificial).

Flavoring agent in seafood-flavored snacks, soups, and noodles.

Why it's flagged

crustacean shellfish allergen
undisclosed flavor components

What regulators actually say

"Crustacean shellfish (such as crab, lobster, shrimp) is one of the 9 major food allergens."

FDA — fda.gov

Regulatory status

United States — FDA

Permitted as flavor; allergen labeling required under FALCPA

European Union — EFSA

Authorized; allergen labeling under EU 1169/2011 Annex II

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