Food Recalls up in 2018 and allergen labelling requirements

Nearly half of food recalls in 2018 were due to undeclared allergen information.

Food Standards Australia New Zealand (FSANZ) has reported that food recalls increased in 2018 to 100, up from 69 in 2017. Nearly half recalls were due to undeclared allergens, followed by bacterial contamination.

Allergen labelling is mandatory and food businesses need to be aware of their obligations.

FSANZ has identified four key causes of allergen-related recalls, including lack of skills and knowledge of labelling requirements, supplier verification, packaging errors and accidental cross contamination.

FSANZ CEO Mr Mark Booth “Correct allergen labelling can mean the difference between life and death for people with food allergies, so it is vital that food businesses meet labelling requirements.”

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