Egg Derivatives
Eggs are a major allergen and must be declared on labels in the US (FALCPA/FASTER) and EU (Reg 1169/2011). Egg derivatives are otherwise nutritionally and toxicologically benign for non-allergic individuals.
What it is
Generic term for ingredients derived from eggs (whole egg, egg white, egg yolk, egg powder, egg lysozyme, egg lecithin, etc.).
Various — protein, emulsification, leavening, color.
Why it's flagged
- major allergen — must be declared
What regulators actually say
"FDA recognizes nine major food allergens including eggs; the law requires that foods containing a major food allergen declare the allergen."
"Annex II — substances or products causing allergies or intolerances: eggs and products thereof."
Regulatory status
United States — FDA
Egg is one of the 9 major allergens under FALCPA; specific declaration required.
European Union — EFSA
Egg is on EU Annex II of Regulation 1169/2011 — mandatory declaration.
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