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Shellfish products available on the Polish market were analyzed for the content of protein, fat, carbohydrates, water, ash, energy value and vitamins B. Nutrition value of the analyzed products was determined by analytical methods applying in food chemistry. Concentrations of niacin and vitamin B6 were determined by microbiological methods. The concentration of the selected shellfish in 100 g of the analyzed products and percentage of realization on recommended level of nutritive components by analyzed products for adults were determined.

The aim of this study was to determine levels of protein, fat, carbohydrates, vitamins B, as well as energy value in fish products available on domestic market. Nutrition value of the analyzed products was determined by analytical methods applying in food chemistry. Concentrations of thiamine, riboflavin, niacin and vitamin B6 were determined by microbiological methods. Considering high nutritive value, the analyzed seafood products are recommended as valuable ingredient of diet.