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Every allergen,
clearly defined.

The allergens and dietary preferences Ingredifind tracks, and what each one means for your menu.

UK law requires the declaration of 14 major allergens. Ingredifind tracks all 14, plus 7 additional allergens and intolerances that guests regularly ask about.

Allergens

Celery

UK Regulated

Includes stalk, leaves, seeds, and root (celeriac). Found in condiments, dressings, stock cubes, spice mixes, meat products, and smoothies.

Citrus Fruit

Supported

Oranges, lemons, limes, and grapefruits. Found in juices, flavourings, marinades, and desserts.

Coconut

Supported

Seeds from palm trees — not classified as tree nuts. Found in confectionery, baked goods, and dairy alternatives.

Crustaceans

UK Regulated

Barnacles, crayfish, lobster, langoustine, prawns, and shrimp (non-exhaustive). A common hidden allergen in Asian sauces and stock pastes.

Dairy (Milk)

UK Regulated

Milk and all milk-derived products from cows, sheep, goats, and buffalo. Hidden in sauces, confectionery, baked goods, and processed meats.

Eggs

UK Regulated

From hens, ducks, quails, and ostriches (non-exhaustive). Found in cakes, confectionery, pastries, pasta, mayonnaise, and some glazes.

Fish

UK Regulated

Cod, haddock, salmon, sardines, tuna, trout, and seabass (non-exhaustive). Excludes crustaceans and mollusks. Found in condiments, dressings, sauces, and stock cubes.

Gluten

UK Regulated

Protein found in wheat, rye, barley, triticale, and oats. Present in bread, pasta, cereals, malt, beer, and many processed foods.

Kiwi

Supported

Tropical fruit used in dishes, desserts, and beverages. Cross-reactivity with latex has been noted.

Legumes

Supported

Fabaceae family: beans, lentils, peas, and fenugreek. Soya, lupin, and peanuts are excluded from this definition as they are tracked separately.

Lupin

UK Regulated

A legume whose seeds are commonly ground into flour for breads, pastries, and pasta. Increasingly used in gluten-free products.

Mollusks

UK Regulated

Abalone, clams, cockles, conch, mussels, octopus, oysters, scallops, snails, and squid (non-exhaustive).

Mushrooms

Supported

Fungus-related foods including edible mushrooms and truffles.

Mustard

UK Regulated

Seed found in condiments, curries, dressings, and seasoning blends. Cross-reactivity with rapeseed and canola oil has been noted.

Onion-Garlic Family

Supported

Allium vegetables: onions, garlic, leeks, and chives. A common intolerance that is often missed in allergen declarations.

Peanuts

UK Regulated

A legume (not a tree nut). Found in baked goods, cereals, confectionery, curries, and sauces. One of the most common causes of severe allergic reactions.

Peppers

Supported

Bell peppers, chili peppers, and paprika. Found in spicy dishes, seasonings, and sauces.

Sesame

UK Regulated

Seed used in oil, powder, and whole-seed form. Found in bread, crackers, hummus, sushi, and many Middle Eastern and Asian dishes.

Soy

UK Regulated

A legume (also known as soya). Includes oil, tofu, soymilk, soy sauce, edamame, and miso. One of the most common hidden allergens in processed food.

Sulfur Dioxide (Sulfites)

UK Regulated

A preservative found in dried fruit, pickled vegetables, sausages, juices, cider, vinegar, and wine. Must be declared when above 10mg/kg.

Tree Nuts

UK Regulated

Almonds, brazil nuts, cashews, hazelnuts, hickory nuts, macadamia nuts, pecans, pistachios, and walnuts (non-exhaustive). Found in oils, flour, confectionery, and baked goods.

These are Ingredifind's working definitions. They may differ slightly from those used by other bodies. For official guidance, consult the Food Standards Agency.

Dietary preferences

Ingredifind also filters menus by dietary preference, so guests can find dishes that match how they eat, not just what they avoid.

Pescatarian

Includes

Fish, seafood, eggs, dairy, and all plant-based foods

Restricts

Meat and poultry

Vegan

Includes

All plant-based foods

Restricts

Meat, poultry, fish, seafood, eggs, and dairy

Vegetarian

Includes

Eggs, dairy, and all plant-based foods

Restricts

Meat, poultry, fish, and seafood

Your guests ask about allergens.
Your menu should answer.

See how Ingredifind puts allergen clarity directly in front of your guests and staff.