Written Question·Department of Health and Social Care·UIN 22127

Food: Labelling

Tabled: 6 January 2025

Answered: 13 January 2025

Named Day

Question

Lisa Smart

To ask the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, whether he plans to include Annatto (E160b) on the list of allergens that must be labelled under UK food labelling regulations.

Answer

There are many potential food ingredients that may cause an allergic reaction to sensitised people. The current 14 regulated allergens are recognised as being the most common and potent allergens of public health concern across Europe.   Further informati...

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