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Zaatar
Zaatar
Also known as: zaatar blend
Low concern
Za'atar is a traditional spice blend made from whole-food herbs and seeds. Safe at culinary levels.
Found in
40 products
What it is
Middle Eastern spice blend of dried thyme/oregano, sesame seeds, sumac, and salt.
Spice blend / seasoning.
Why it's flagged
- sesame allergen
What regulators actually say
"Effective January 1, 2023, sesame is now considered a major food allergen."
"FASTER Act of 2021 declares sesame as a major food allergen."
Regulatory status
United States — FDA
Composite spice; sesame allergen disclosure required under FASTER Act 2023.
European Union — EFSA
Authorised as food; sesame requires labelling.
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