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Guchi (White Croaker)
ぐち (Guchi)
Also known as: Guchi, White croaker, Pennahia argentata, 石持, Ishimochi
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| Category | Food |
|---|---|
| Japanese labeling name | ぐち |
| Common Japanese notations | ぐち, 石持, イシモチ, グチ |
| Origin | White croaker (Pennahia argentata); harvested in Japanese coastal waters; key raw material for kamaboko (Japanese fish paste) |
| Typical functions | Kamaboko / chikuwa fish paste raw material — major industrial application, Simmered preparations |
| Regulatory status in Japan | Standard food labeling. Fish allergen recommended disclosure. |
Guchi (ぐち / 石持) is white croaker, the key raw material for traditional Japanese kamaboko (fish paste) and chikuwa production.
Classification
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Used in (typical product categories)
Finished-product categories that commonly include this ingredient in Japanese-market formulations.
- Frozen guchi for processing
- Fresh whole guchi
What it is
Pennahia argentata white croaker.
Typical uses in Japanese products
Kamaboko/chikuwa raw material.
Simmered cooking.
For OEM: kamaboko production input supply.
Regulatory classification in Japan
Standard food labeling. Fish allergen recommended.
Regulatory classification in other markets
| EU | Niche specialty positioning. |
|---|---|
| USA | Niche specialty positioning. |
| China | Established Chinese trade. |
| Korea | Established Korean croaker market. |
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References
- MEXT Standard Tables of Food Composition — ぐち
Last updated: 2026-04-28. Ingredient entries are reviewed at least annually against current regulatory listings.