Breadcrumbs
Also listed as Bread Crumbs, Dried Breadcrumbs, and Seasoned Breadcrumbs.
Grains & Bakery
This is what the ingredient is.
Breadcrumbs are dried ground bread used for coating. Labels may say breadcrumbs or bread crumbs.
Here is why it shows up on the label.
They coat fried foods and top casseroles.
Here is what food agencies say.
Bakery ingredient labeling rules apply, including wheat allergen declaration.
Here is what research has found.
Undeclared allergens in seasoned breadcrumbs can appear in recalls.
Here are a few things worth knowing.
Contains wheat. Seasoned styles may include milk, soy, or sesame.
Sources
- FDA Food Labeling
- USDA FSIS
- FDA Recalls
How to read this page
We publish plain facts about this ingredient so a label is easier to read. This is not medical advice, and it is not a recommendation to buy, avoid, or use anything. For a personal health question, talk with a clinician who knows your history.
v1.0Updated 9/17/2026