Tag: Eu allergens

According to the Food Standards Agency, only 14 specific food allergens must be legally declared as ingredients in the UK and EU. Understanding which mandatory food allergens are included in the precautionary allergen labelling (PAL) requires a clear distinction between ingredients and potential cross-contamination risks, and how these advisory statements help protect consumers.

According to the Food Allergy and Anaphylaxis Connection Team (FAACT), tree nut allergies affect approximately 1% of the U.S. population, while peanuts, which are legumes, are also a major allergen. Navigating food labels can be confusing for those with nut allergies, as regulations dictate which specific nuts must be explicitly declared to ensure consumer safety.