USA – CHANGES IN CEREALS CONSIDERED ALLERGENS?

Hands holding a bowl of granola, blueberries, strawberries, and milk in a wheat field.

On May 29, 2026, the Celiac Safety Act of 2026 (H.R. 9048) was introduced to amend the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act, expanding "major food allergens" to include all gluten-containing grains. This aims to enhance protections for people with celiac disease, aligning US regulations more closely with EU standards.

QeA to EU Commission – Protecting coeliac consumers and gluten-free logos

Question for written answer to the Commission Giovanni La Via (PPE) - 18th February 2016 Subject:  Products containing gluten: protecting coeliac consumers Coeliac disease is an auto-immune disorder that affects 1% of the European population, in which the immune system can cause malabsorption and increases the risk of nutrient deficiencies, anaemia and osteoporosis, given that … Continue reading QeA to EU Commission – Protecting coeliac consumers and gluten-free logos