IGD hopes to make allergen risk assessment clearer and more effective for both food manufacturers and retailers.
The authors propose expanding the EU’s mandatory allergen list to include goat’s and sheep’s milk, buckwheat, peas and lentils, and pine nuts.
Consumers who have purchased any of these products are urged to return them to the place of purchase for a full refund or contact the companies.
The frequently asked questions provide a direct summary of the key points in the revised guidance.
Alcoholic beverages, are the only type of packaged beverage category without any requirement for major food allergen labeling.