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Malted Barley
Malted Barley
Also known as: barley malt
Low concern
Malted barley is whole grain barley that has undergone germination. It is a traditional ingredient with no inherent safety concern.
Found in
4,521 products
What it is
Barley grain that has been germinated and dried, activating enzymes for fermentation/baking.
Source of natural enzymes and sugars; flavoring; brewing ingredient.
Why it's flagged
- Contains gluten - not safe for celiac disease
- Not 'gluten-free' even if final product claims so
What regulators actually say
"FDA-defined gluten-free foods cannot contain wheat, rye, barley, or their crossbreeds."
"Wheat is one of the major food allergens identified by law, alongside related cereals containing gluten."
Regulatory status
United States — FDA
Whole food; gluten-containing grain; FDA gluten-free regulations exclude malted barley.
European Union — EFSA
Cereals containing gluten listed allergens per Regulation 1169/2011.
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