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Legume
Low concern
Legumes are a category, not a specific ingredient. The umbrella term gives consumers no information about the specific species used.
Found in
23 products
What it is
Generic category of pulse-bearing plants in the family Fabaceae, including beans, lentils, peas, and chickpeas.
Whole-food protein and fiber source; staple ingredient.
Why it's flagged
- May include major allergens: soy, peanut, or lupin
What regulators actually say
"By law, foods containing the major food allergens must list the allergens on the label using their common names (e.g., 'soy', 'peanut')."
Regulatory status
United States — FDA
Whole food; soy and peanut are major allergens requiring specific declaration
European Union — EFSA
Whole food; soy and lupin are regulated allergens that must be declared specifically
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