Natural And Artificial Crab Flavors
What is Natural And Artificial Crab Flavors?
These are flavorings designed to mimic the taste of crab. Natural crab flavors are derived from actual crab meat, while artificial flavors are created using chemical compounds.
Is Natural And Artificial Crab Flavors a major allergen?
If derived from actual crab, these flavors would be considered a shellfish allergen.
What is Natural And Artificial Crab Flavors used for?
Manufacturers use these flavors to add a seafood taste to products where real crab is not used or to enhance the crab flavor in seafood dishes.
Is Natural And Artificial Crab Flavors safe?
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) regulates flavorings.
Why it's used
Manufacturers use these flavors to add a seafood taste to products where real crab is not used or to enhance the crab flavor in seafood dishes. They are commonly found in imitation crab products, seafood dips, sauces, and deli salads.
Health notes
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) regulates flavorings. Both natural and artificial flavors are generally recognized as safe (GRAS) when used as intended. International bodies like the Joint FAO/WHO Expert Committee on Food Additives (JECFA) have also evaluated many flavoring substances. Evidence does not suggest adverse health effects from typical consumption of these flavorings.
Allergen info
If derived from actual crab, these flavors would be considered a shellfish allergen. If made from other sources, they are not a major allergen.
Foods that contain Natural And Artificial Crab Flavors
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Inland Market Premium Foods
Cajun Krab Dip, Cajun
233kcal
3.3Protein
16.7Fat
13.3Carbs
Lakeview Farms, LLC
Jalapeo Crab Dip
286kcal
3.6Protein
25Fat
10.7Carbs
Lakeview Farms, LLC
Seafood & Crab Dip, Seafood; Crab
321kcal
3.6Protein
28.6Fat
10.7Carbs
Lakeview Farms, LLC
Seafood & Lobster Dip, Seafood; Lobster
High in saturated fat — 23% DV per serving
303kcal
6.1Protein
27.3Fat
9.1Carbs
Safeway, Inc.
Seafood Imitation Crab, Celery & Onions In A Creamy Mayonnaise Dressing Salad, Seafood
High in sodium — 22% DV per serving
260kcal
4Protein
22Fat
11Carbs
FREMONT FISH MARKET
Chunk Style Imitation Crab Meat, Chunk Style
106kcal
9.4Protein
0Fat
15.3Carbs
FREMONT FISH MARKET
Flake Style Imitation Crab Meat, Flake Style
94kcal
7.1Protein
0Fat
16.5Carbs
FREMONT FISH MARKET
Leg Style Imitation Crab Meat, Leg Style
94kcal
7.1Protein
—Fat
16.5Carbs
Beaver Street Fisheries Inc.
Premium Crab Bites
High in sodium — 23% DV per serving
161kcal
8.9Protein
6.2Fat
17.0Carbs
Beaver Street Fisheries Inc.
4 Oz Premium Crab Cakes
High in sodium — 22% DV per serving
115kcal
8.8Protein
4.4Fat
16.8Carbs
Fish House Foods Company
Jalapeno Crab & Cheese Spread, Jalapeno, Crab, Cheese
200kcal
3.3Protein
16.7Fat
10Carbs
Fish House Foods Company
Crab Ball, Jalapeno
233kcal
6.7Protein
20Fat
13.3Carbs
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