Undeclared allergens in sauces, marinades and dressings

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Language of the publication
Bilingual
Date
2014-11-12
Type
Report
Author(s)
  • Canadian Food Inspection Agency
  • Agence canadienne d’inspection des aliments
Publisher
Canadian Food Inspection Agency

Abstract

In a targeted survey, 250 sauces, marinades and dressings were analyzed for the presence of the following undeclared allergens: soy, egg, milk, peanuts, almonds, hazelnuts and sesame, as well as for undeclared gluten. 11 samples were found to contain 1 or more undeclared allergens. All positive results were followed-up by the CFIA. Follow-up action may involve a food safety investigation, including a health risk assessment and a recall or one of the following: notification of manufacturer/importer and/or additional sampling.

Description

2010-2011 Targeted Surveys

Subject

  • Food safety

Keywords

  • Chemical hazard and residue reports,
  • Undeclared allergens

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Open Government Licence - Canada

Peer review

Internal Review

Open access level

Not Applicable

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Series title
Food Safety Action Plan Report

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