Barley Syrup
Barley malt syrup is a caloric sweetener (per the sugars are low_concern). Contains gluten because it derives from barley — must be declared as an allergen for sensitive consumers.
What it is
A sweet, thick, malty syrup produced from sprouted (malted) barley, sometimes called barley malt syrup.
Sweetener and flavoring; ~50% maltose, 25% complex carbohydrates.
Why it's flagged
- added sugar
- gluten (barley)
What regulators actually say
"Cereals containing gluten — including barley — require allergen labeling under EU rules; wheat is a major allergen under FALCPA."
"USDA FoodData Central documents nutrient composition of barley malt syrup."
Regulatory status
United States — FDA
Permitted natural sweetener; gluten-containing cereal labeling applies (FALCPA covers wheat; EU labeling covers all gluten cereals).
European Union — EFSA
Permitted food; cereals containing gluten are Annex II allergens.
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