Barley Malt Vinegar
Also known as: malt barley vinegar
Barley malt vinegar is a traditional fermented food. It contains gluten residues from malted barley and is therefore not safe for individuals with celiac disease unless tested below the gluten-free threshold.
What it is
Vinegar produced by fermenting an ale-like beverage made from malted barley, then converting the alcohol to acetic acid.
Acidulant and flavor agent.
Why it's flagged
- Contains barley-derived gluten
- Allergen for those with celiac disease
What regulators actually say
"FDA's regulation defines 'gluten-free' as ... not containing an ingredient that is a gluten-containing grain (e.g., spelt wheat); not containing an ingredient that is derived from a gluten-containing grain and that has not been processed to remove gluten (e.g., wheat flour)."
Regulatory status
United States — FDA
Whole food/condiment; barley is a major allergen requiring labeling under FALCPA disclosures for gluten
European Union — EFSA
Standard fermented food; barley is a regulated cereal allergen under EU 1169/2011
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