Ingredient

Clam Base

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Source
Animal-derived
Allergen
No
Role in food
Manufacturers use clam base to impart a savory, seafood-like flavor to foods. It is …

What it is

Clam base is a concentrated flavoring ingredient made from cooked clams, often with added salt and sometimes other seasonings. It is typically produced by simmering clams to extract their natural juices and flavor, then concentrating this liquid through evaporation.

Why it's used

Manufacturers use clam base to impart a savory, seafood-like flavor to foods. It is commonly found in soups, chowders, sauces, and seafood dishes where a distinct clam taste is desired.

Health notes

Clam base is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA when used as a flavoring ingredient. Regulatory bodies like JECFA and EFSA have evaluated similar flavoring substances. At typical consumption levels, it is not associated with adverse health effects. There are no widespread controversies regarding its use.

Allergen info

Clam base is derived from shellfish, which is one of the 9 FDA major allergens. It does not contain gluten.

Products containing Clam Base

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SPARTAN Traditional Soup Canned Soup High in sodium — 37% DV per serving 69kcal 1.6Protein 3.7Fat 7.3Carbs Topco Associates, Inc. New England Style Clam Chowder Soup, New England Style Clam Chowder Canned Soup High in sodium — 38% DV per serving 78kcal 1.6Protein 4.5Fat 7.8Carbs Mozian & Associates, Inc. Bavaro's, Homemade Clam Based Pasta Sauce, Frutti Di Mare, Frutti Di Mare Prepared Pasta & Pizza Sauces 22kcal 0.9Protein 0Fat 4.4Carbs Dulcich, Inc. Clam Chowder With Bacon, New England Style Other Soups High in sodium — 37% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 55% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 24% DV per serving 110kcal 3.3Protein 7.3Fat 7.8Carbs Save Mart Supermarkets Inc. Traditional New England Style Clam Chowder Soup Canned Soup High in sodium — 38% DV per serving 78kcal 1.6Protein 4.5Fat 7.8Carbs Pacific Coast Clam Chowder, Pacific Coast Clam Safeway, Inc. Pacific Coast Clam Chowder, Pacific Coast Clam Other Soups High in sodium — 37% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 55% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 24% DV per serving 122kcal 3.3Protein 8.6Fat 9.0Carbs Safeway, Inc. Pacific Coast Clam Chowder, Pacific Coast Clam Other Soups High in sodium — 64% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 95% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 40% DV per serving 125kcal 3.3Protein 8.5Fat 9.2Carbs New Orleans Fish House, LLC Emeril's, Creole Creations Clam Chowder Frozen Dinners & Entrees High in sodium — 58% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 50% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 23% DV per serving 123kcal 2.2Protein 8.8Fat 6.6Carbs Seabear Company Seabear Wild Salmon, Smoked Salmon Chowder Other Soups High in sodium — 28% DV per serving 115kcal 7.1Protein 5.3Fat 10.6Carbs Weis Markets, Inc. New England Style Clam Chowder Homestyle Ready-To-Serve Soup, New England Style Clam Chowder Canned Soup High in sodium — 37% DV per serving 69kcal 1.6Protein 3.7Fat 7.3Carbs Weis Markets, Inc. Clam Chowder Other Soups High in sodium — 41% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 70% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 29% DV per serving 139kcal 4.1Protein 10.2Fat 7.8Carbs Lowe's Food Stores, Inc. Lowes Foods, Homestyle New England Style Clam Chowder Canned Soup High in sodium — 37% DV per serving 69kcal 1.6Protein 3.7Fat 7.3Carbs
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Last updated: September 28, 2026

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