ASTA Comments on FDA Request for Information on Gluten Labeling and Cross-Contact in Packaged Foods
In April 2026, ASTA submitted comments in response to the Food and Drug Administration's (FDA) request for information (RFI) on labeling and cross-contact of gluten in packaged foods, which specifically referenced ingredients that can be declared using collective terms, such as spices. ASTA's comments highlight that no spices inherently contain gluten, note that FDA should take a scientific, risk-based approach to unintended gluten presence, and express support for consistency with existing FDA requirements and harmonization with internal standards for gluten labeling.
04/16/2026 at 12:00 am
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