Crunchy Peanut Butter
Crunchy peanut butter is a whole-food spread from ground peanuts, rich in monounsaturated fats, plant protein, niacin and vitamin E. Peanuts are one of the nine FDA-declared major food allergens and can cause severe anaphylaxis.
What it is
Spread made from ground roasted peanuts with peanut pieces left intact for texture; may include salt, sweetener, or stabilizing oils.
Spread, baking ingredient, sandwich filling.
Why it's flagged
- peanut allergen (severe)
- added sugars/sodium in some brands
- calorie density
What regulators actually say
"The Food Allergen Labeling and Consumer Protection Act (FALCPA) identifies peanuts among the nine major food allergens."
"21 CFR 164.150 establishes the standard of identity for peanut butter."
Regulatory status
United States — FDA
Whole-food; peanut a major declared allergen under FALCPA. Standard of identity 21 CFR 164.150.
European Union — EFSA
Peanuts on EU mandatory allergen list (Regulation 1169/2011 Annex II).
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