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  • Cadmium

    Cadmium is a contaminant that can be found in some species of seafood. Cadmium levels are controlled by legislation in the EU.
  • Mercury

    Mercury is a contaminant found in some foods, including seafood. It is controlled by legislation in the EU.
  • Dioxins and PCBs

    Dioxins and polychlorinated biphenyls (PCBs) are contaminants that may be found in some species of seafood.
  • Polycyclic Aromatic Hydrocarbons

    Polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs) are found as contaminants of some types of seafood. Their levels are controlled by European Union legislation.
  • Melamine

    Melamine is a contaminant that is controlled by legislation in the EU.
  • Marine biotoxins

    Marine biotoxins can occasionally contaminate some species of seafood, particularly filter feeding species.
  • Histamine

    Histamine may develop in some species of seafood. Its presence is controlled by legislation.
  • Radionuclides

    When a situation arises that leads to levels of radioactivity in food that are higher than natural levels, there is legislation to limit exposure.
  • Brominated Flame Retardants

    Although there is no specific legislation on brominated flame retardants (BFRs), the European Commission continues to monitor their toxicity and prevalence.
  • Food hygiene legislation

    Food hygiene legislation ensures the safe handling of food. We have created guidance on all legislation relevant to seafood businesses.
  • Marine and Fisheries Management Regulation

    Marine environment and fisheries regulations relevant to the seafood industry in the UK. Seafish is not responsible for regulation.
  • Marine Environmental Regulation

    The UK vision is for a “clean, healthy, safe, productive, biologically diverse marine and coastal environments.