Wheat Flour Type 0
Also known as: flour type 0
Refined wheat flour is a staple grain product. Primary safety concerns are the wheat allergen (FDA major allergen) and gluten content (avoidance for celiac/non-celiac gluten sensitivity).
What it is
Italian-classification refined wheat flour (tipo 0); slightly less refined than tipo 00, retaining a bit more bran.
Bread/pasta-making flour; provides starch, gluten structure.
Why it's flagged
- wheat allergen
- gluten (unsuitable for celiac disease)
What regulators actually say
"The 9 major food allergens identified by law are: milk, eggs, fish, crustacean shellfish, tree nuts, peanuts, wheat, soybeans, and sesame."
"21 CFR Part 137 establishes definitions and standards of identity for cereal flours and related products including wheat flour."
Regulatory status
United States — FDA
Wheat is a major food allergen requiring labeling under FALCPA; wheat flour standardized under 21 CFR 137.
European Union — EFSA
Cereals containing gluten require labeling under EU Reg 1169/2011 Annex II.
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