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Coconut
Coconut
Low concern
Coconut is a whole food. FDA classifies coconut/tree nuts as a major food allergen under FALCPA, requiring disclosure on labels in the US.
Found in
14,920 products
What it is
Fruit of Cocos nucifera palm, used fresh, dried, as flesh, milk, water, or oil.
Whole food; flavor, fat, fiber source.
Why it's flagged
- Tree nut allergen (FALCPA major allergen)
- High in saturated fat
What regulators actually say
"Tree nuts (such as almonds, walnuts, and pecans)... are among the major food allergens identified by law."
Regulatory status
United States — FDA
Whole food; tree nut allergen labeling required under FALCPA
European Union — EFSA
Whole food; allergen labeling required under Regulation (EU) No 1169/2011
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