127 CERTIFIED Ingredient Information Information on allergens and religious documentation. Ingredient Information Food Allergens The United States Congress passed the Food Allergen Labeling and Consumer Protection Act of 2004 (FALCPA). This law identified eight foods as major food allergens: MILK, EGGS, FISH, CRUSTACEAN SHELLFISH, TREE NUTS, PEANUTS, WHEAT, and SOYBEANS. On April 23, 2021, the Food Allergy Safety, Treatment, Education, and Research (FASTER) Act was signed into law, declaring “SESAME” as the 9th MAJOR FOOD ALLERGEN recognized by the United States. The change was effective on January 1, 2023. All REGULATORY requirements applicable to major food allergens, including labeling and manufacturing requirements, apply to sesame as of January 1, 2023. As per law, food producers must list food allergens on all food product package labels. A food allergen is any edible substance that causes a person to have an allergic reaction or something to which a person would have a strong aversion. There is no cure for a food allergy; only strict avoidance of the allergy-causing food can prevent an allergic reaction. Anaphylaxis is the most severe type of allergic reaction. It is sudden, severe, and potentially fatal. It results when the body’s immune system reacts to otherwise harmless food proteins. The occurrence of an anaphylactic reaction can vary. It can begin very suddenly within seconds of eating a food or occur hours after having ingested the food. Anaphylaxis should always be considered a medical emergency, as it may result in brain damage or death. Anaphylactic symptoms can include: • Hives • Swelling of the lips, tongue, and throat • Nausea • Shortness of breath, wheezing • Drop in blood pressure • Loss of consciousness For more information about food allergies visit www.foodallergy.org. To verify if an allergen is present in a Gold Medal Products Co. product, read the ingredient label or contact your Gold Medal dealer or distributor. Food allergen cross-contamination occurs when any allergen is introduced to another or a non-allergen product. When changing products, identify any and all allergens that exist between products. When products’ allergens differ, all contact surfaces, and equipment must be thoroughly cleaned with soap and water to avoid cross-contamination. Religious Documentation Many of our products are Kosher and/or Halal-certified. Certificates are available on request, or can be downloaded from our website at www.gmpopcorn.com. SQF Certified The Safe Quality Food (SQF) Program is a rigorous and credible food safety and quality program that is recognized by retailers, brand owners, and food service providers world-wide. Recognized by the Global Food Safety Initiative (GFSI), the SQF family of food safety and quality codes are designed to meet industry, customer, and regulatory requirements for all sectors of the food supply chain – from the farm all the way to the retail stores.
