Special Ingredients Glucose Syrup 1kg Premium Quality Non-GMO, Gluten Free – Recyclable Container

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While some of these may be safe because they are derived from corn, the label does not always indicate this. There is a possibility they could be a derivative of wheat or barley, which are not safe for a gluten-free diet. Safe gluten-free brands

Tricia Thompson on More on Oats from Gluten Free Watchdog: Retrospective database analysis 2011- 2023 It may help if I explain that, ingredients labelled as being derived from Wheat are due to the allergenic properties however Glucose Syrup derived from wheat does not have any allergenic properties and is therefore except from this ruling under EU legislation.

serving of glucose syrup (22g) contains 62 calories, 16.9g carbs, 0g protein, and .044g fats. ( source) Always there is the potential for confusion, in this case there are some ingredients which are made from a cereal containing gluten where the grain is processed in such a way that the gluten is removed. These ingredients are safe for people with coeliac disease and therefore it is not necessary for the manufacturer to list the cereal they first came from. A change made by FSANZ to Standard 1.2.3 of the Food Standards Code in 2016 prompted Coeliac Australia (CA) to review its position on wheat derived glucose syrup. The change means that manufacturers are no longer required to declare when glucose syrup is wheat derived if detectable gluten levels in the glucose syrup do not exceed 20ppm.

Note: If a food is labeled gluten-free and also includes the word “wheat” in the ingredients list or Contains statement due to the use of ingredients such as “wheat starch” the word “wheat” must be followed by an asterisk leading to another asterisk and the statement, “The wheat has been processed to allow this food to meet the Food and Drug Administration requirements for gluten-free foods.” Overall, while glucose syrup itself may not naturally contain gluten when derived from certain sources, it's crucial to consider the potential for cross-contamination and the addition of gluten-containing ingredients during the manufacturing process. Being informed and vigilant about the ingredients we consume is key to making choices that align with our dietary needs and preferences. Health ImplicationsSurprisingly, gluten is also found in caramels, licorice, soy sauce, barbecue sauce and salad dressings. It is important to store, prepare and cook gluten free foods separately from foods containing gluten. Tips to reduce the risk of gluten contamination Being so commonly used in food and drink products by thousands of brands, many people are wondering . . . Gluten-containing ingredients to avoid: malt, malt flavor, malt extract, malt vinegar, brewer’s yeast, and ingredients with the words “wheat,” “barley,” or “rye” in the name or in parentheses after the name. Examples of ingredients to avoid: dextrin (wheat), wheat starch, malt extract (barley).