Allergen labeling laws are crucial for ensuring the safety of consumers with food allergies. These laws require food manufacturers to clearly label their products with any potential allergens, such as peanuts, tree nuts, milk, eggs, wheat, soy, fish, and shellfish. The labeling must be prominent and easy to read, helping individuals with allergies to make informed decisions about the products they consume.

For example, the Food Allergen Labeling and Consumer Protection Act (FALCPA) in the United States mandates that any packaged food product containing an ingredient that is or contains protein derived from the eight major allergenic foods must declare the presence of the allergen in clear language on the product label.

References:

• Food Allergen Labeling and Consumer Protection Act (FALCPA) - FDA