Ingredient

As Protective Ice Glaze

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Source
Not animal-derived
Allergen
No
Role in food
Ice glaze is primarily used to protect frozen foods from dehydration and oxidation, maintaining …

What it is

Ice glaze is a thin, protective coating of ice applied to frozen foods, especially seafood. It is made by spraying or dipping the food product in cold water, which then freezes on the surface. This layer helps to preserve the food's quality and prevent freezer burn during storage and transport.

Why it's used

Ice glaze is primarily used to protect frozen foods from dehydration and oxidation, maintaining their texture and flavor. It acts as a barrier against air, which can cause spoilage and loss of moisture. It is most commonly found on frozen fish, shrimp, and other types of seafood.

Health notes

Ice glaze is essentially water and is considered safe for consumption. The FDA does not regulate it as a food additive because it is simply water. International bodies like JECFA have evaluated many food additives, but ice glaze itself, being water, does not fall under these evaluations. There are no known health concerns associated with its use at typical levels.

Allergen info

Not a major allergen. Ice glaze is made from water and does not contain any of the major allergens.

Products containing As Protective Ice Glaze

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Wegmans Food Markets, Inc. Peeled & Needle Deveined Tail On Cooked Black Tiger Jumbo Shrimp Frozen Fish & Seafood High in cholesterol — 48% DV per serving 71kcal 16.5Protein 1.2Fat 0Carbs Jumbo Raw Peeled & Deveined Shrimp, Jumbo Wegmans Food Markets, Inc. Jumbo Raw Peeled & Deveined Shrimp, Jumbo Frozen Fish & Seafood High in cholesterol — 50% DV per serving 71kcal 15.9Protein 0.4Fat 0Carbs Wegmans Food Markets, Inc. Peeled & Needle Deveined, Tail On Cooked Shrimp Frozen Fish & Seafood High in cholesterol — 53% DV per serving 82kcal 18.8Protein 1.2Fat 0Carbs Wegmans Food Markets, Inc. Tail-On Peeled & Needle Deveined Cooked Shrimp Frozen Fish & Seafood High in cholesterol — 53% DV per serving 82kcal 18.8Protein 1.2Fat 0Carbs Split Cd-Roms Jonah Crab Claws & Arms Frozen Fish & Seafood High in sodium — 30% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 27% DV per serving —kcal 16.5Protein 1.2Fat 0Carbs Island Spring Inc. Black Tiger Raw Pd Tail On Shrimp Frozen Fish & Seafood High in sodium — 22% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 35% DV per serving 80kcal 18Protein 1Fat 0Carbs Wegmans Food Markets, Inc. Tail On, Peeled & Needle Deveined Jumbo Raw Shrimp Frozen Fish & Seafood High in cholesterol — 50% DV per serving 71kcal 15.9Protein 0.4Fat 0Carbs Wegmans Food Markets, Inc. Tail On Peeled & Needle Deveined Raw Black Tiger Shrimp Frozen Fish & Seafood High in sodium — 22% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 35% DV per serving 71kcal 15.9Protein 0.9Fat 0Carbs Wegmans Food Markets, Inc. Tail Off Peeled & Needle Deveined Raw Black Tiger Shrimp Frozen Fish & Seafood High in sodium — 22% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 35% DV per serving 71kcal 15.9Protein 0.9Fat 0Carbs Wegmans Food Markets, Inc. Tail Off Peeled & Needle Deveined Cooked Shrimp Frozen Fish & Seafood High in cholesterol — 53% DV per serving 82kcal 18.8Protein 1.2Fat 0Carbs Wegmans Food Markets, Inc. Peeled & Needle Deveined, Tail Off Raw Shrimp Frozen Fish & Seafood High in cholesterol — 50% DV per serving 71kcal —Protein 0.4Fat 0Carbs Wegmans Food Markets, Inc. Tail On Peeled & Needle Deveined Cooked Black Tiger Shrimp Frozen Fish & Seafood High in cholesterol — 48% DV per serving 71kcal 16.5Protein 1.2Fat 0Carbs
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Last updated: September 28, 2026

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