Mollusks allergy: where it hides in an ingredients list
Mussels, oysters, squid, scallops, and snails are in the same group. They are usually listed directly in ingredients, but their extracts are not.
Names it appears under
- mollusk extract
- oyster sauce
- seafood broth
Where you expect it
- mussels
- oysters
- squid
- scallops
- octopus
- seafood pasta
Where you do not
- oyster sauce and dishes containing it
- soup mixes
- some kimchi
- noodle sauces
Frequently asked questions
- Are snails also mollusks?
- Yes, land gastropods belong to the same group and are labeled the same way in ingredients.
- Does oyster sauce always contain oysters?
- Generally, yes—in the form of extract. There are versions without them, and this should be indicated in the ingredients.
Check the package rather than remember the list. Photograph the barcode and the app reads the ingredients and flags what you marked.
Other allergens: Milk · Egg · Peanut · Tree nuts · Fish · Crustaceans · Soy · Gluten · all fourteen
This reference is for information only and does not replace advice from your doctor.