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I have a squid ink allergy. was curious as to what the ink contains that i could be allergic to?
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Proteins, etc: Squid ink isn't really ink, it's a biologic secretion with protiens, fats and carbohydrates. You could be allergic to any of these.
Answered 7/8/2018
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Mollusk: Squid is considered a mollusk (oyster, clam, abalone etc) although a free-ranging one. Its ink contains proteins which can sensitize people just like clams or oysters do.
Answered 6/24/2016
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