Ingredient

Clupea Harengus

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Source
Animal-derived
Allergen
No
Role in food
Herring is typically consumed as a finished food product, often seasoned or preserved in …

What it is

Clupea harengus is the scientific name for Atlantic herring, a type of oily fish found in the North Atlantic Ocean. It is commonly canned or smoked for consumption.

Why it's used

Herring is typically consumed as a finished food product, often seasoned or preserved in oil or brine. It is a source of protein and omega-3 fatty acids.

Health notes

Herring is a nutritious food source. The FDA does not specifically regulate herring as an additive. JECFA has evaluated herring and found it safe for consumption. There are no widespread controversies regarding its consumption at typical levels.

Allergen info

Herring is a fish, which is one of the 9 major allergens recognized by the FDA. People with a fish allergy should avoid it.

Products containing Clupea Harengus

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Atlantic Herring Fillet VICI Atlantic Herring Fillet Canned Seafood High in sodium — 43% DV per serving 173kcal 11.7Protein 13.3Fat 0Carbs Square Enterprises Corp. Smoked Herring Fillets In Oil, Smoked Canned Seafood 247kcal 21.2Protein 17.6Fat 0Carbs Cutting Edge Fitness Smoked Herring Fillets In Canola Oil And Own Juice Canned Seafood High in cholesterol — 20% DV per serving 206kcal 19.1Protein 14.3Fat 0Carbs Milky Way Int'L Trading Corp Herring Fillet In Hot Tomato Sauce, Hot Tomato Sauce Canned Seafood High in sodium — 26% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 22% DV per serving 180kcal 13Protein 12Fat 4Carbs Look's Gourmet Food Company, Inc. Skinless, Boneless Smoked Sardine Fillets In Maple Syrup, Maple Syrup Canned Seafood 273kcal 20Protein 12.7Fat 18.2Carbs Look's Gourmet Food Company, Inc. Seasoned With Cracked Pepper Wild Herring Fillets Canned Seafood 200kcal 20Protein 14.6Fat 0Carbs Milky Way Int'L Trading Corp Kipper Snacks Canned Seafood 173kcal 14.7Protein 12Fat 0Carbs Milky Way Int'L Trading Corp Herring Fillets In Tomato Sauce, Tomato Sauce Canned Seafood 176kcal 1.2Protein 11.8Fat 3.5Carbs Milky Way Int'L Trading Corp Wild-Caught, Premium-Select Herring Fillets In Canola Oil And Own Juice Canned Seafood 231kcal 15.4Protein 18.5Fat 0Carbs
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Last updated: September 28, 2026

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