Hydrolysed Vegetable Protein: Is It Gluten Free?
Check the Label
Plant protein broken into amino acids. Often derived from wheat or contaminated sources.
Where You Will Find It
Processed meats, sauces, stock cubes, gravies
Guidance for Coeliac Disease
Verify source. May contain wheat. Request certificate of analysis."
Label reading tip: In Australia, allergen summary statements are mandatory under FSANZ. Look for the bold allergen declaration near the ingredients list. In the US, check for "Contains: wheat" or similar statements required by the FDA.
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