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Allergen list: United States

9 major allergen groups for packaged food labelling in United States.

9 listed groups

Server-rendered list for United States. Sources and dates sit under each block.

Mandatory labelling groups

  1. Milk
  2. Eggs
  3. Fish
  4. Crustacean shellfish
  5. Tree nuts
  6. Peanuts
  7. Wheat
  8. Soybeans
  9. Sesame : Added as a major allergen under the FASTER Act (effective 2023)

FDA: Food Allergen Labeling (FALCPA and FASTER Act) · As of January 15, 2025

Trace and precautionary statements

FDA advisory labeling ("may contain") is voluntary. It is separate from the mandatory major allergen declaration on ingredients.

Trace status: Mostly voluntary

FDA: Food Allergies and Food Allergen Labeling · As of January 15, 2025

No medical advice. No notes on symptoms or treatment. For allergies, follow the guidance of a qualified clinician.