FSA Allergen Guidance

The Food Standards Agency have produced Technical Guidance on food allergen labelling. This includes details of the labelling requirements for Food Prepared for Direct Sale ( PPDS).

The requirements have been in force since October 2021.

Following a UK-wide consultation as a result of the tragic death of Natasha Ednan-Laperouse, who died after suffering an allergic reaction to sesame in a baguette she had eaten.

Emily Miles, chief executive of the FSA, said: “Consistent and accurate labelling can be life-saving for those living with a food allergy or hypersensitivity. These new measures are vital as they provide information to hypersensitive consumers in a clear way.

Click here to read the updated Technical Guidance from the FSA. Click here for their business guidance.

To download an Allergen Table for your business or for more information on the 14 major allergens, visit the NCASS Allergen Hub.

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