Fontal
Also known as: fontal cheese
Fontal is a conventional cheese contributing protein, calcium, and saturated fat. Milk is a major allergen requiring labeling under FDA FALCPA and EU 1169/2011.
What it is
Fontal is a semi-soft cow's milk cheese produced primarily in northern Italy, derived from the Fontina tradition but produced industrially.
Table cheese, melting cheese in sandwiches, gratins, and pasta dishes.
Why it's flagged
- milk allergen
- saturated fat
- sodium
What regulators actually say
"Part 133 — Cheeses and related cheese products establishes standards of identity for various cheeses."
"Milk and products thereof must be declared as an allergen on food labels under Annex II."
Regulatory status
United States — FDA
Cheese standards of identity in 21 CFR 133; milk listed as a major food allergen under FALCPA.
European Union — EFSA
Milk is an Annex II allergen under EU Regulation 1169/2011.
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