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Growers want coconuts off the FDA list of major allergens

By Dan Flynn on September 11, 2019

Tree nuts, including coconuts, are classified as “major allergens” under the Food Allergen Labeling and Consumer Protection Act of 2004 (FALCPA).

But a campaign is now underway to get coconuts off the list. Coconuts grow…
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New law toughens food allergen labeling

By News Desk on June 26, 2019

Food businesses in England and Northern Ireland will have to include full ingredients labeling on pre-packaged foods by summer 2021.

The new law was announced by Michael Gove, Environment Secretary, and is known as “Natasha’s…
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U.K. seeks public comments on proposal to toughen allergen labeling laws

By Joe Whitworth on January 29, 2019

Following at least three deaths, the United Kingdom government has launched a consultation — referred to as a public comment period in the United States — on food allergen labeling laws.

Outlets selling pre-packaged food…
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Duo guilty of manslaughter after nut allergy death

By Joe Whitworth on October 30, 2018

Two men have been found guilty of manslaughter after a teenage girl died following an allergic reaction to a takeaway meal.

Mohammed Abdul Kuddus, 40, owner and chef and Harun Rashid, 38, takeaway manager, were…
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