Allergen Management And Control Service

Protecting Consumers and Your Business with Robust Allergen Control Strategies

At Fresh Group – Food Safety and Quality Consulting, we understand that managing allergens is not just a regulatory requirement but a fundamental aspect of food safety that protects consumers and enhances brand integrity. Whether you are a Food and Beverage company operating in the United States of America (USA), European Union (EU), or Canada, or a foreign company looking to export to these markets, a well-structured Allergen Management and Control Plan is essential for regulatory compliance and protecting the consumer’s safety.

Protecting Consumers Against Allergen Contamination

Why Allergen Management Matters

Food allergies pose a significant public health risk, with allergic reactions ranging from mild discomfort to life-threatening anaphylaxis. In the USA, EU, and Canada, regulatory authorities such as the FDA, USDA-FSIS, EFSA, and CFIA have stringent allergen hazard management, as well as allergen labelling and control requirements to protect consumers. Failure to comply can result in product recalls, legal actions, and company reputational damage.

A comprehensive Allergen Management Plan helps food manufacturers, processors, and distributors prevent allergen cross-contact, ensure accurate labelling, and comply with strict food safety regulations across multiple markets.

Key Elements of Our Allergen Management and Control Plan

At Fresh Group – Food Safety Consulting, we help you develop and implement a robust Allergen Management and Control Plan that aligns with FDA’s FSMA, USDA-FSIS’s HACCP requirements, EU’s HACCP, GFSI, and other regulatory frameworks. Our approach includes:

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Allergen Risk Assessment and Hazard Analysis

  • We identify allergens in full compliance with FDA and USDA-FSIS (USA), CFIA (Canada), and EU Food Information to Consumers (FIC) regulations.
  • Our process includes a thorough evaluation of raw materials, ingredients, and supplier practices to detect potential allergen risks.
  • We also assess cross-contact hazards across storage, production, and packaging areas to ensure complete allergen control throughout your supply chain.

2.

Supply Chain Management

  • We verify that your suppliers have effective allergen control measures in place.
  • All ingredient specifications and documentation include clear and accurate allergen declarations.
  • Through targeted supplier audits and testing, we ensure full compliance with allergen labeling regulations across the USA, Canada, and the EU.

3.

Cross-Contact Prevention Measures

  • We ensure dedicated production lines and equipment for allergen-containing products, minimizing the risk of cross-contact. 
  • Our robust cleaning and sanitation protocols are designed to eliminate allergen residues effectively. 
  • Additionally, we implement strict segregation of raw materials and finished goods to safeguard against cross-contamination at every step.

4.

Labeling Compliance and Accuracy

  • We ensure your allergen labelling aligns with key regulations, including the FDA’s Food Allergen Labeling and Consumer Protection Act (FALCPA), CFIA’s Canadian Allergen Regulations, and the EU’s Food Information for Consumers (FIC) requirements.
  • Our team supports the development of clear and compliant Precautionary Allergen Labelling (PAL) strategies and validates all label claims to reduce the risk of mislabeling and protect consumer trust.

5.

Employee Training and Awareness

  • We deliver comprehensive allergen training tailored for production staff, quality assurance teams, and management.
  • Our ongoing programs cover best practices in allergen handling, cross-contact prevention, and the latest regulatory updates.
  • We also help implement clear, practical policies and procedures to strengthen your allergen control system from the ground up.

6.

Allergen Testing and Verification

  • We recommend effective allergen verification methods for raw materials, finished products, and contact surfaces to ensure accuracy and safety.
  • Our approach includes guidance on environmental monitoring programs to validate sanitation effectiveness.
  • To maintain compliance, we also support periodic internal audits and third-party verification tailored to regulatory requirements and industry best practices.

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Incident Management and Recall Readiness

  • We help establish robust traceability systems to enable rapid identification and recall of allergen-contaminated products. 
  • Our services include the development of allergen-specific recall plans in compliance with FSMA and international food safety regulations.
  • In the event of an incident, we support thorough root cause analysis and the implementation of effective corrective actions to prevent recurrence.

How Fresh Group Can Help Your Business​

With years of expertise in food safety consulting, Fresh Group provides tailored Allergen Management and Control Plans that meet the unique needs of Food and Beverage SMEs and exporters. Our solutions help you:

  • Achieve compliance with USA, EU, and Canadian food safety regulations.
  • Reduce the risk of allergen cross-contact and mislabeling.
  • Enhance consumer trust and brand reputation.
  • Ensure seamless market access and avoid costly product recalls.

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Ensure your company and products food safety and regulatory compliance with a customized Allergen Management and Control Plan from Fresh Group.

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