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Sesame Paste
Sesame Paste
Also known as: sesame seed paste
Low concern
Sesame is one of nine major U.S. food allergens recognized under the FASTER Act (effective Jan 2023) and EU Annex II.
Found in
395 products
What it is
Ground sesame seeds (e.g., tahini), with or without roasting.
Spread, sauce base, and ingredient providing fat, protein, and flavor.
Why it's flagged
- major allergen (sesame)
What regulators actually say
"Beginning January 1, 2023, sesame is the 9th food allergen required by U.S. law to be declared on packaged food labels."
"Sesame seeds and products thereof must be declared as allergens."
Regulatory status
United States — FDA
Conventional food; sesame allergen labeling required (FASTER Act).
European Union — EFSA
Conventional food; allergen labeling required (Reg. 1169/2011 Annex II).
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