Abstract: Salted aquatic product is one kind of Chinese traditional preserved food. It is very popular among people due to its unique flavor and rich nutrition. However, the existence of many biogenic amines would not only decrease nutritional value in aquatic food but also have a bad effect on human health. In this paper, based on the latest research, classification of biogenic amines, as well as its hazard, formation mechanism, control method had been discussed. The research direction of biogenic amines in salted aquatic products was also put forward, in order to guarantee for food quality and safety of salted aquatic products provided a certain amount of scientific theory foundation.