Food Allergens in Packaged Food
The following additives are flagged as potential allergens. Allergen labeling rules vary by country and product. Always check the actual product label — and use BioBrief to scan ingredients instantly.
19 allergen-flagged additives listed
Allergen-Flagged Additives
Each card links to the full additive page with regulatory details, health information, and label-spotting tips.
Allergen Guides
- Hidden Soy Ingredients: How Soy Hides on Food Labels →
Soy appears under dozens of names. Learn to spot every one.
- Hidden Dairy Ingredients: Milk Proteins on Labels →
Casein, whey, lactalbumin — dairy hides in unexpected places.
- Gluten on Food Labels: What to Look For →
Wheat, barley, rye, and hidden gluten sources explained.
- Tree Nut Allergen Labeling: Which Nuts Must Be Declared →
Almonds, cashews, walnuts, and more — labeling rules vary by country.
- Sesame Allergen Labels: Now a Major Allergen in the US →
Sesame became the 9th major allergen in the US in 2023. Here's what changed.
- Artificial Sweeteners and IBS: Digestive Sensitivity Explained →
Sorbitol, mannitol, and other sugar alcohols can trigger IBS symptoms.