Clams
Also listed as Clam Meat, Canned Clams, and Fresh Clams.
Seafood
This is what the ingredient is.
Clams are bivalve shellfish sold fresh, frozen, or canned. Labels may say clams or clam meat.
Here is why it shows up on the label.
They are steamed, fried, and used in chowders and pasta sauces.
Here is what food agencies say.
Interstate shellfish shipping follows NSSP rules; FDA oversees canned and processed clam products.
Here is what research has found.
Vibrio and biotoxin closures are classic public-health issues for shellfish harvest areas.
Here are a few things worth knowing.
Buy from reputable sources. Discard clams that stay open before cooking.
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 9/16/2026