Gluten-Free Beverages
Labelling Overview
In Canada, there are regulations to help celiac patients make safe choices when consuming alcoholic beverages. Manufacturers must state that gluten is present on a product label in one of the following ways [1]:
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1. Stating that gluten is present within a "contains" statement.
2. Declaring gluten is present within the ingredient list if it is provided.
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Any added allergens, sulphites, and sources of gluten must also be declared if present in an alcoholic beverage at a level of 10 ppm or more [2].
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References
1. Health Canada [2020]. Labelling requirements for alcoholic beverages https://www.inspection.gc.ca/food-label-requirements/labelling/industry/alcohol/eng/1392909001375/1392909133296?chap=0#s33c15​
2. Health Canada [2020]. Food allergens, gluten and added sulphite labelling – Alcoholic beverages https://www.inspection.gc.ca/food-label-requirements/labelling/industry/alcohol/eng/1392909001375/1392909133296?chap=4