Call for a survey of allergen labelling Friday 2 September 2011 The Food Standards Agency is inviting researchers to carry out a survey of allergen advisory labelling to provide a better understanding of whether the labelling relates to the actual level of allergen present in processed foods. It will also help the FSA gather information on the levels of allergens present as a result of cross contamination. In addition, the survey will look at the different types of advisory labelling used on foods and will consider how different statements, such as ‘may contain nuts’ or ‘not suitable for someone with a nut allergy’, are used by consumers to assess the levels of risk. To find out more about the research call, you will need to register as a supplier on the FSA’s electronic tendering system ePPS via the link below and search for: ‘Survey of allergen advisory labelling and allergen content of UK retail pre-packed processed foods’. Applications should be submitted by Monday 17 October 2011. http://www.food.gov.uk/news/newsarchive/2011/sep/allergyresearch