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Wholemeal

Also known as: whole, whole grain, wholegrain, complete

Low concern

'Wholemeal' is a generic umbrella term that does not specify the grain. Most commonly refers to wholemeal wheat (which contains gluten), but specificity is required for allergen and nutrition labeling.

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350 products

What it is

Generic umbrella term for whole-grain flour or meal, typically wheat unless specified.

Whole-grain ingredient base for breads, cereals, baking.

Why it's flagged

What regulators actually say

"Cereals containing gluten ... and products thereof must be declared as allergens."

Regulatory status

United States — FDA

Conventional food; wheat allergen labeling if wheat-based.

European Union — EFSA

Permitted; cereal-source declaration required.

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