Imitation Crab Sticks
Also listed as Surimi Crab Sticks and Krab Sticks.
Seafood
This is what the ingredient is.
Imitation Crab Sticks are surimi sticks flavored like crab. Labels may say imitation crab or krab.
Here is why it shows up on the label.
They are used in California rolls and salads.
Here is what food agencies say.
FDA seafood labeling requires clear imitation naming.
Here is what research has found.
Surimi often contains fish and sometimes egg or soy allergens.
Here are a few things worth knowing.
Keep refrigerated or frozen per package; check allergen list.
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 9/24/2026