ImportantThis guide is educational and does not replace diagnosis, medical advice, the official product label, or your personal emergency plan.
Read the entire ingredient list
Do not rely only on bold type or the front-of-pack claims. Read every ingredient and the allergen statement each time you buy the product.
Understand Contains and advisory wording
A Contains statement identifies major allergens used as ingredients. Phrases such as may contain or made in a facility are voluntary advisory statements about possible cross-contact.
- Check the ingredient list
- Check the Contains statement
- Review advisory wording
- Recheck familiar products
When the label is unclear
Set the item aside and contact the manufacturer. A scan can help organize the text, but it cannot replace the official label or your care plan.