A Ninth Food Allergen

Sesame

Up until now, in the US, there have been eight major food allergens that must be listed on the label.

Now there are nine as last week President Biden signed into law the act that makes sesame is the ninth allergen. It must appear on food labels, joining wheat, milk, soy, eggs, peanuts, tree nuts, fish, and shellfish. Thus, by January 2023, all products containing sesame must be clearly marked as such. 

We need a new allergen image!!!

If you are concerned about how this affects your food label, schedule a call today so we can discuss how to manage the allergens in your facility and food.