Allergens in food can cause serious, life-threatening symptoms, even in small quantities in sensitive individuals. Thus, safe detection of even the smallest traces of an allergen in a final product is important for quality assurance in the food industry.There are 14 food ingredients responsible for 90% of all food allergies. Following EU Directive 2007/68/EC or 2000/13/EC, they must be reported on the package label when present in a product. In some countries limits exist, such as in Switzerland, where it is 1,000 ppm.
For the detection of major food allergens, BIOTECON Diagnostics offers real-time PCR kits. When used in combination with the Allergen RM 800 reference material, quantification is also possible.
Allergens Detection Kits
foodproof® Allergens Detection Kits
The foodproof Celery Detection Kit allows rapid and reliable detection of celery in food samples by real-time PCR. In combination with the Allergen RM 800 reference material, quantification is also possible.
Celery consumed as raw vegetables, cooked or as a spice (celery salt) can lead to a variety of allergic reactions, including anaphylactic shock. Celery is widely used in the food industry, and it is considered to be a “hidden allergen” because it is often undeclared in food. Due to the high content of essential oils and bitter substances, celery is often used as a seasoning ingredient in ready meals, soups, sauces, meat products or in spice blends.
Celery consumed as raw vegetables, cooked or as a spice (celery salt) can lead to a variety of allergic reactions, including anaphylactic shock. Celery is widely used in the food industry, and it is considered to be a “hidden allergen” because it is often undeclared in food. Due to the high content of essential oils and bitter substances, celery is often used as a seasoning ingredient in ready meals, soups, sauces, meat products or in spice blends.
The foodproof Gluten Detection Kit is designed for quick and reliable detection of gluten-containing cereals (wheat, spelt, Khorasan wheat or Kamut, rye, barley and triticale) in food samples by real-time PCR. In combination with the Allergen RM 800 reference material, quantification is also possible.
People with celiac disease or wheat allergies must avoid gluten-containing foods. Several regulations, e.g. EU regulation 2007/68/EC or the US Food Allergy Labeling and Consumer Protection Act (FALCPA) require clear labeling upon positive detection of specified gluten-containing cereals in a product. The Codex Alimentarius, however, provides a threshold of <20 ppm for product to carry “gluten-free” labeling. This difference in labeling requirements is based on the diseases which are the foundation for the regulations: While the EU directive and FALCPA refer to gluten allergies, the Codex Alimentarius aims for people with celiac disease. The foodproof Gluten Detection Kit is in compliance with these regulations.
People with celiac disease or wheat allergies must avoid gluten-containing foods. Several regulations, e.g. EU regulation 2007/68/EC or the US Food Allergy Labeling and Consumer Protection Act (FALCPA) require clear labeling upon positive detection of specified gluten-containing cereals in a product. The Codex Alimentarius, however, provides a threshold of <20 ppm for product to carry “gluten-free” labeling. This difference in labeling requirements is based on the diseases which are the foundation for the regulations: While the EU directive and FALCPA refer to gluten allergies, the Codex Alimentarius aims for people with celiac disease. The foodproof Gluten Detection Kit is in compliance with these regulations.
The foodproof Hazelnut Detection Kit allows targeted detection of hazelnut in food samples by real-time PCR. In combination with the Allergen RM 800 reference material, quantification is also possible.
Hazelnut is a highly potent food allergen. Even small quantities can cause severe allergic reactions. The nuts as well as hazelnut oil can be used in baked goods, candy (nougat, praline) and ice cream
Hazelnut is a highly potent food allergen. Even small quantities can cause severe allergic reactions. The nuts as well as hazelnut oil can be used in baked goods, candy (nougat, praline) and ice cream
The foodproof Peanut Detection Kit allows rapid and reliable detection of peanut in food samples by real-time PCR. In combination with the Allergen RM 800 reference material, quantification is also possible.
Peanut allergies are one of the most common and important food allergies. In the US, 20% of food allergies in children and adolescents are due to peanuts. In Europe it is 5-10%. Peanut is often hidden in binders, butter, biscuits, pastry or ready meals.
Peanut allergies are one of the most common and important food allergies. In the US, 20% of food allergies in children and adolescents are due to peanuts. In Europe it is 5-10%. Peanut is often hidden in binders, butter, biscuits, pastry or ready meals.
The foodproof Soya Detection Kit is designed for quick and reliable detection of soya in food samples by real-time PCR. In combination with the Allergen RM 800 reference material, quantification is also possible.
Approximately 9% of food allergies are triggered by soy. It is referred to as a “hidden allergen”, as soy is found in many foods, yet remains undeclared. Soy protein can be in lecithin (E 322), emulsifiers, binders, vegetable protein, vegetable fats or stabilizers.
Approximately 9% of food allergies are triggered by soy. It is referred to as a “hidden allergen”, as soy is found in many foods, yet remains undeclared. Soy protein can be in lecithin (E 322), emulsifiers, binders, vegetable protein, vegetable fats or stabilizers.
