Clam Chowder
Also listed as Canned Clam Chowder and New England Clam Chowder.
Seafood
This is what the ingredient is.
Clam chowder is a creamy or tomato clam soup sold canned or refrigerated. Labels may say clam chowder.
Here is why it shows up on the label.
It is heated as a soup meal.
Here is what food agencies say.
Clam soups fall under FDA seafood and soup labeling rules.
Here is what research has found.
Shellfish allergens and undeclared milk in creamy chowders can drive recalls.
Here are a few things worth knowing.
Contains shellfish. Check dairy in New England styles.
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 9/18/2026