White Fish
White fish is a whole-food protein source. Fish is one of the major food allergens requiring labeling.
What it is
Generic culinary term for various lean, mild-flavored fish species (e.g., cod, haddock, pollock, hake).
Primary protein source in fish products, fillets, fish sticks, and surimi.
Why it's flagged
- major allergen (fish)
- mercury content varies by species
What regulators actually say
"This advice is geared toward helping women who are pregnant or breastfeeding and parents of young children make informed choices when it comes to types of fish that are nutritious and safe to eat."
"Fish (such as bass, flounder, cod) is one of the eight major food allergens."
Regulatory status
United States — FDA
Whole food; fish is a major food allergen requiring labeling under FALCPA.
European Union — EFSA
Permitted whole food; fish is a labeled allergen in EU Regulation 1169/2011 Annex II.
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