Updated September 2024
People with food allergies and those who care for them should check the label when buying packaged food and drinks every time a product is purchased.
Allergy & Anaphylaxis Australia advise people to check the food label of packaged food at least 3 times:
- When buying the food
- When unpacking the food at home
- Finally, before eating, drinking, or using the food in cooking
The Food Allergy Aware website has information on reading food labels, Precautionary Allergen Labelling (PAL) statements such as ‘May contain…’ and Plain English Allergen Labelling (PEAL) requirements.
If you have an allergic reaction to a packaged food it can be reported to the state or territory health departments. Click here for information on how to report.
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