Food Allergy Resources

Company: Bean Brand Foods, www.beanitos.com

Description: Round snack chips made from all-natural non-GMO ingredients, with beans and whole grain rice at the top of the ingredient list. Available in two flavors: Black Bean Chips and Pinto Bean & Flax Chips. Beanitos are great with your favorite salsa or dip, as a hearty base for nachos, or right out of the bag as a delicious on-the-go snack that really satisfies without the empty calories of other chips.

Free of these allergens:

Milk Egg

Wheat Gluten

Peanut Tree nut

Fish Shellfish

Soy Corn

Cross-Contamination Issues: Although these chips currently have the words “Always Corn Free” prominently featured on the front of the package, the back of the package warns that they are "made in a facility that may also use soy, dairy, seeds, wheat, corn, eggs, peanuts and tree nuts."

The company representatives explained that these allergens are currently in their shared facility, but on completely separate machinery. They hope to have their own allergen-free facility by the end of 2010.

Allergen Labeling Policy: Will always put warning if in same facility as any of the “top 8 allergens”.

Availability: Available online at Amazon.com. Also available at various natural products and grocery stores including Whole Foods Markets and Sprouts.

Company: Blue Diamond, www.bluediamond.com

Description: Almond Butter, available in six varieties: ReadySpread Creamy, ReadySpread Crunchy, ReadySpread with Honey, Homestyle Creamy, Homestyle Crunchy, Homestyle with Honey. The “ReadySpread” have a no-stir formula that includes palm oil, while the “Homestyle” varieties require stirring but contain no added oils. The honey variety is not vegan.

Free of these allergens:

Milk Egg

Wheat Gluten

Peanut Tree nut

Fish Shellfish

Soy

Cross-Contamination Issues: All Blue Diamond products are produced in peanut-free facilities. The labels on the almond butter line all clearly state "may contain other tree nuts." A company representative stated that although no other tree nuts are actually used in the facility, they include this warning because other tree nuts might be in with the almonds when they are delivered from the growers (some of which grow other tree nuts in addition to almonds). In addition, there are products that contain soy that are produced in the same facility, although on different production lines.

Allergen Labeling Policy: Will always put a warning if made in the same facility as something which contains peanuts, dairy or other tree nuts. The other “top 8 allergens” are not currently included in their labeling policy.

Availability: Available online at BlueDiamond.com and will soon be available at Amazon.com. In stores nationally at Whole Foods Markets and other natural foods stores; check the store locator for a location near you.

Company: Brothers International Food Corporation, www.brothersallnatural.com

Description: Snack-size pouches of all natural freeze-dried fruit, with absolutely nothing added. Currently available in five flavors, with two new flavors – Mandarin Orange and Mixed Berry – available in May 2010. While some stores only carry these in packages that feature pictures of fruit, they are also available in a variety of Disney-themed packages (Mickey Mouse Clubhouse, Pixar Cars and Disney Princesses).

Free of these allergens:

Milk Egg	Wheat Gluten	Peanut Tree nut	Fish Shellfish	Soy
Other: GMOs, Sugar, Preservatives

Cross-Contamination Issues: Made in China in a dedicated “top 8 allergen-free” facility. The company conducts quarterly allergen testing; Disney, WalMart & Costco also conduct their own regular quality & safety tests.

Allergen Labeling Policy: Not applicable because of their dedicated facility.

Availability: Available at BrothersAllNatural.com, Amazon.com, NavanFoods.com or check the store locator for a store near you.

Company: Brothers International Food Corporation, www.brothersallnatural.com

Description: Made with Brothers All Natural Fruit Crisps, Fruit and Oats Instant Oatmeal is 100% natural, with no preservatives, additives, or sweeteners of any kind, simply a blend of fruit and whole grain oats. Provides one full serving of fruit and one full serving of whole grain and comes in a “take along cup” with everything you need to enjoy the product – including the spoon! Just add hot water or milk.

Free of these allergens:

Milk Egg

Wheat Gluten

Peanut Tree nut

Fish Shellfish

Soy Corn

Cross-Contamination Issues: Made in China in a dedicated “top 8 allergen-free” facility. The company conducts quarterly allergen testing.

Allergen Labeling Policy: Not applicable because of their dedicated facility.

Availability: Buy online at BrothersAllNatural.com or at Costco Wholesale.

Company: Cherrybrook Kitchen, www.cherrybrookkitchen.com


Description: Starting in May/June 2010, Cherrybrook Kitchen's Chocolate Chip Cookie Mix, Sugar Cookie Mix and Fudge Brownie Mix packages will now feature the popular Arthur & Friends characters. These products will become “Arthur Chocolate Chip Cookie Mix,” “D.W. Sugar Cookie Mix” and “Buster Fudge Brownie Mix.” Note: these are the same mixes as before, all that is changing is the packaging and product names.

Free of these allergens:

Milk Egg	Wheat Gluten	Peanut Tree nut	Fish Shellfish	Soy
Other: Chemicals, Preservatives, Artificial Flavorings or Colors

Cross-Contamination Issues: All mixes are prepared in a peanut-free and tree-nut free facility. The mixes are produced on dedicated equipment that does not produce dairy or egg products. Cherrybrook Kitchens has strict manufacturing protocols, and they test for the presence of peanuts, dairy and eggs.

Allergen Labeling Policy: Will always put a warning if products are made on the same machinery as any of the “top 8 allergens”.

Availability: Check PeanutFreePlanet.com, NavanFoods.com, Amazon.com or refer to the store locator to find a location near you.

Company: Daiya Foods, www.daiyafoods.com

Description: This revolutionary vegan cheese product is free of all the “top 8 allergens”.” Available in “shreds” and “blocks” in Cheddar Style or a mozzarella-like Italian Blend, Daiya melts and tastes very much like a “regular” dairy cheese.

Daiya is made entirely from plant-based ingredients. The full list of ingredients is as follows:
Purified water, tapioca and/or arrowroot flours, non-GMO expeller pressed canola and/or non-GMO expeller pressed safflower oil, coconut oil, pea protein, salt, inactive yeast, vegetable glycerin, natural flavors (derived from plants), xanthan gum, sunflower lecithin, vegan enzymes (no animal rennet or animal enzymes), vegan bacterial cultures, citric acid (for flavor), annatto.

Free of these allergens:

Milk Egg	Wheat Gluten	Peanut Tree nut	Fish Shellfish	Soy
Other: Barley, Corn, Rice, Trans Fat, Artificial Ingredients, Preservatives, Hormones, Antibiotics

Cross-Contamination Issues: Made in a brand-new, dedicated facility that is free of the “top 8 allergens.”

Allergen Labeling Policy: Not applicable because of their dedicated facility.

Availability: Available at Whole Foods Markets and other natural foods stores, or check its store and online locators to find Daiya at various vegan websites and stores near you.

Company: Jolly Llama, www.jollyllamasorbets.com

Description: Five different flavors of all natural sorbet (Blueberry, Raspberry, Mango, Strawberry, and Acai Berry), all available in single-serving “squeeze-up” tubes. Made from the whole fruit, not from concentrates or juices.

Free of these allergens:

Milk Egg	Wheat Gluten	Peanut Tree nut	Fish Shellfish	Soy
Other: GMOs, Artificial Ingredients, Artificial Sweeteners

Cross-Contamination Issues: The product is made in an ice cream factory. The boxes all have this allergen warning: "Good manufacturing practices used to segregate ingredients in a facility that also processes peanuts, tree nuts, milk, eggs, and soy."

Allergen Labeling Policy: Will always put a warning if in the same facility as any of the “top 8 allergens.”

Availability: Currently only available in the western U.S., although distribution is rapidly spreading; check the store locator for a store near you.

Company: Just Tomatoes, etc.!, www.justtomatoes.com

Description: Just Tomatoes, etc.! makes unique dried fruits and vegetables, with absolutely nothing added. They've now added two new flavors to their organic fruit product line: Strawberries ‘N Bananas and Fruit Salad.

Free of these allergens:

Milk Egg	Wheat Gluten	Peanut Tree nut	Fish Shellfish	Soy
Other: GMOs, Pesticides, Additives, Colorings, Preservatives

Cross-Contamination Issues: Made in a dedicated facility that does not contain any of the “top 8 allergens”. Although the company also offers an “Organic Just Soy Nuts” product, production of the soy product is outsourced to another facility.

Allergen Labeling Policy: Not applicable because of their dedicated facility.

Availability: Purchase at JustTomatoes.com, Amazon.com or check the store locator to find a location near you.

Company: The King Arthur Flour Company, Inc., www.kingarthurflour.com

Description: The King Arthur Flour Company is rolling out a complete line of six gluten-free mixes, as well as a gluten-free multi-purpose flour. Products may also be vegan, read the labels to confirm. The new products are:

• Gluten-free bread mix (makes a standard 8-1/2” x 4-1/2” sandwich loaf)
• Gluten-free pizza crust mix (makes two 12” thin-crust pizzas)
• Gluten-free pancake mix (makes sixteen 4” pancakes)
• Gluten-free brownie mix (makes one 8” square pan)
• Gluten-free cookie mix (makes about 40 cookies)
• Gluten-free muffin mix (makes 12 muffins)
• Gluten-free chocolate cake mix (makes two 8” or 9” round layers)
• Gluten-free multi-purpose flour (24 ounces)

*Note: Although the mixes all call for the addition of eggs in the baking instructions, there are no eggs in the mixes themselves. Those who are allergic to egg can experiment with the use of an egg substitute.

Free of these allergens:

Milk Egg	Wheat Gluten	Peanut Tree nut	Fish Shellfish	Soy
Other: Preservatives

Cross-Contamination Issues: Made in a dedicated facility that is free of the “top 8 allergens”. Note that this is a completely separate facility from the one in which they make their wheat-based products.

Allergen Labeling Policy: Not applicable because of their dedicated facility.

Availability: Available online at KingArthurFlour.com, and will soon be rolled out to natural products and mainstream grocery stores nationwide – use the store locator to find a store near you.

Company: Lucy's, www.drlucys.com

Description: All four flavors of Lucy's cookies (Chocolate Chip, Cinnamon Thin, Sugar and Oatmeal) are now available in “grab and go” packets that contain four cookies of the same flavor.

Free of these allergens:

Milk Egg

Wheat Gluten

Peanut Tree nut

Fish Shellfish

Soy

Cross-Contamination Issues: Made in a dedicated facility free of wheat, gluten, milk, eggs, peanuts and tree nuts.

Allergen Labeling Policy: Will always put a warning if products are made on the same machinery or in the same facility as any of the “top 8 allergens”.

Availability: Available online at Amazon.com and NavanFoods.com, at Starbucks nationwide, or check the online store locator for a store near you.

Company: American Licorice Company, www.americanlicorice.com

Description: All natural licorice in two flavors: Black Licorice and Strawberry Licorice; comes in soft, bite-size twist pieces with a reclosable package.

Free of these allergens:

Milk Egg	Wheat Gluten	Peanut Tree nut	Fish Shellfish	Soy
Other: High Fructose Corn Syrup, Corn Syrup, Artificial Flavors, Preservatives.

Cross-Contamination Issues: A company representative stated that there is no dairy, egg, peanut, tree nut, soy, fish or shellfish in the facility.

Allergen Labeling Policy: Not applicable, as there is no risk of cross-contamination. Packages are clearly labeled "Contains Wheat."

Availability: Will be shipping in May 2010 to grocery and natural products stores across the country.

Company: Created and distributed for Suncups, LLC, by Seth Ellis Chocolatier

Description: Sun Cups combines a high-quality chocolate with Sunbutter® brand sunflower seed butter to create a nut-free candy similar to Reese's popular Peanut Butter Cups®. Available in two flavors: milk chocolate and dark chocolate. Comes packed with with two candies per package.

Free of these allergens:

Milk Egg

Wheat Gluten

Peanut Tree nut

Fish Shellfish

Soy

Cross-Contamination Issues: Made in a completely nut-free facility (“even our shoes and hats stay in the shop and are washed separately”).

Allergen Labeling Policy: Will always put warning if in same facility as any of the “top 8 allergens”.

Availability: Available online at PeanutFreePlanet.com, nationally at Cost Plus World Market, and in vairous natural foods stores in the Rockies and west of the Rockies. Sun Cups expect to be nationally available at Whole Foods Markets and other stores by summer 2010. 

Company: Sensible Foods LLC, www.sensiblefoods.com

Description: 100% fruit – just strawberries and bananas, with nothing else added. The Crunch Dried® method retains virtually all of the nutrition of the fresh picked fruits while intensifying the natural flavors. Each bag is equivalent to ˝ cup of fresh fruit.

Free of these allergens:

Milk Egg	Wheat Gluten	Peanut Tree nut	Fish Shellfish	Soy
Other: Sugar, Flavorings, Preservatives

Cross-Contamination Issues: There does not appear to be any risk of cross-contamination. Sensible Foods has two products in their line that contain soy: "Roasted Edamame Crunch Dried Snack" and "Organic Soy Nuts."  These soy products are both produced in a completely separate “clean room” in a different area of the facility.

In addition, the machinery on which all of the non-soy products are produced is sterilized between flavors.

Allergen Labeling Policy: Sensible Foods does not use “may contain” warning labels because they do not believe that there is any risk of cross-contamination from soy, and this is the only one of the “top 8 allergens” that is in any of their products.

Availability: Available online at SensibleFoods.com, Amazon.com, AllergyFreeShop.com and PeanutFreePlanet.com; nationally at Costco and a number of mainstream grocery chains, or check the store locator for a store near you.

Company: Somersault Snack Co., www.somersaultsnackco.com

Description: Unique small, crunchy all-natural baked snack “nuggets” in four flavors: S.S. Sea Salt, Chez Cocoa, Santa Fe Salsa and Salty Pepper. Made with sunflower seeds, sesame seeds and toasted grains. The Chez Cocoa flavor is not vegan.

Free of these allergens:

Milk Egg	Wheat Gluten	Peanut Tree nut	Fish Shellfish	Soy
Other: Trans Fats, Hydrogenated Oils, High Fructose Corn Syrup, Artificial Flavors, Preservatives

Cross-Contamination Issues: Produced in a peanut- and tree nut-free facility. Company representatives stated that there was no cross-contamination risk with egg, peanut, tree nut, soy, fish or shellfish.

Allergen Labeling Policy: Will always put warning if in same facility as any of the “top 8 allergens”.

Availability: Use the website's store locator to find a store near you. Also available at  SomersaultSnackCo.com and nationwide at Peets Coffee.

Company: Metz Fresh, www.spinnychips.com

Description: Spinach-infused corn chips that are an excellent source of vitamin A, as one serving of chips equals one serving of spinach.

Free of these allergens:

Milk Egg	Wheat Gluten	Peanut Tree nut	Fish Shellfish	Soy
Other: GMOs, Trans Fat

Cross-Contamination Issues: Although these say they are “dairy and gluten free” there is also a clear allergy warning on the package stating that they are made in the same facility as milk, soy, wheat and sesame. A company representative stated that another company runs a product containing these ingredients in the same facility, but on a different production line.

Allergen Labeling Policy: Will always put warning if in same facility as any of the “top 8 allergens”.

Availability: Check the store locator for a store near you. Plain flavor available online at Amazon.com.

Company: Sun-Rype Products Ltd., www.sunrype.com, www.sunrypeusa.com

Description: Sun-Rype produces a variety of all natural fruit snack products designed to make it easier for today’s busy families to incorporate healthy eating into their active lives. Products include:

• Squiggles 100% Fruit Twist, in Strawberry or Raspberry Citrus flavors
• 100% Fruit Strip, in Strawberry, Wildberry or Cherry flavors (this is a fruit leather-type product)
• FruitSource Bars, in Strawberry, Raspberry or Blueberry Pomegranate flavors
• FruitSource Mini Bites, in Tropical plus Veggie or Mixed Berry flavors

Free of these allergens:

Milk Egg	Wheat Gluten	Peanut Tree nut	Fish Shellfish	Soy
Other: Sugar, Preservatives, Artificial Flavors, Artificial Colors

Cross-Contamination Issues: Their dedicated manufacturing facility does not contain any of the “top 8 allergens”.

However, one of their products, "FruitSource" (which is a different product than the FruitSource Bars and FruitSource Mini Bites) is made in a different facility. The three flavors of this product include warnings that they are "Manufactured in a plant that processes peanuts, tree nuts, egg, wheat, sesame, soybean, and milk products."

Allergen Labeling Policy: Will always put warning if products are made on the same machinery or in the same facility as any of the “top 8 allergens”.

Availability: Available at Costco and major national grocery store chains; check the store locator for a store near you. Check for availability online at Amazon.com.

Company: Surf Sweets, www.surfsweets.com

Description: These are lightly sugared jelly-type candies made with organic sweeteners and organic fruit juice. Available in 2.75 ounce bags and 0.9 ounce snack size packages.

Free of these allergens:

Milk Egg	Wheat Gluten	Peanut Tree nut	Fish Shellfish	Soy
Other: Corn Syrup, Artificial Flavors, Artificial Colors, GMOs

Cross-Contamination Issues: Produced in a dedicated facility free of the “top 8 allergens”.

Allergen Labeling Policy: Not applicable because of their dedicated allergen-free facility.

Availability: Check the store locator for a store near you. Also available online at Amazon.com, NavanFoods.com, PeanutFreePlanet.com or AllergyFreeShop.com.