Tilapia
Also listed as Tilapia Fillet, Fresh Tilapia, and Frozen Tilapia.
Seafood
This is what the ingredient is.
Tilapia is a mild white fish sold as fillets. Labels may say tilapia or tilapia fillet.
Here is why it shows up on the label.
It is baked, fried, and used in fish tacos and frozen meals.
Here is what food agencies say.
FDA seafood rules and country-of-origin labeling apply to many tilapia products.
Here is what research has found.
Mislabeling and import residue monitoring appear in seafood enforcement history for white fish.
Here are a few things worth knowing.
People with fish allergy should avoid tilapia. Cook thoroughly.
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