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Threadfin Bream

Also known as: whiptail breams, nemipteridae

Low concern

Threadfin bream is a whitefish with low mercury and good protein content. Fish is a major allergen requiring labeling.

Found in

112 products

What it is

Fish of the genus Nemipterus, a marine species commonly used in surimi (imitation crab) and Asian cuisines.

Whitefish protein source; surimi ingredient.

Why it's flagged

fish allergen
histamine formation if poorly stored

What regulators actually say

"Fish and Fishery Products Hazards and Controls Guidance - addresses scombrotoxin (histamine) formation and other hazards across fish species."

FDA — fda.gov

"Fish (e.g., bass, flounder, cod) is a major food allergen."

FDA Food Allergies — fda.gov

Regulatory status

United States — FDA

Regulated as seafood; fish is a major allergen

European Union — EFSA

Standard food fish; allergen labeling required

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