Food Allergy Safety Allergen Labeling & Ingredient Disclosure 2

Question 1

According to FDA regulations, a food product labeled 'gluten-free' must contain less than how many parts per million (ppm) of gluten?

Accepted Answer

20 ppm

Answer

FDA's gluten-free labeling rule requires that products bearing a gluten-free claim contain less than 20 ppm of gluten, the threshold considered safe for most people with celiac disease.

Question 2

Under FALCPA, when a product contains tree nuts, what must the food label specifically indicate?

Accepted Answer

Identify the specific type of tree nut (e.g., almonds, walnuts, cashews)

Answer

FALCPA requires that the specific type of tree nut be declared (e.g., 'almonds,' 'cashews,' 'walnuts') because individuals may be allergic to specific varieties.

Question 3

Which of the following does NOT need to be declared as a major food allergen on US packaged food labels under FALCPA?

Accepted Answer

Highly refined peanut oil

Answer

Highly refined oils derived from major allergens are exempt from FALCPA labeling requirements because the refining process removes allergenic proteins.

Question 4

When a compound ingredient such as 'seasoned breadcrumbs' contains a wheat allergen, the manufacturer is required to:

Accepted Answer

Declare the wheat allergen either in the ingredient list or in a 'Contains' statement

Answer

Under FALCPA, allergens present in compound ingredients must still be declared on the label, either within the ingredient list or via a 'Contains' statement.

Question 5

Which federal agency is primarily responsible for enforcing food allergen labeling requirements on most packaged foods in the United States?

Accepted Answer

FDA (Food and Drug Administration)

Answer

The FDA has primary jurisdiction over most packaged food allergen labeling, though USDA/FSIS oversees labeling for meat, poultry, and egg products.

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