Testing your products for gluten
There are several methods for testing the gluten content of food. These include laboratory based tests or rapid tests that can be conducted in the factory.
The technology of gluten testingWhen food products are tested for gluten. continues to develop and recent advances mean that tests are becoming much more sensitive.
The recommended method of analysis, approved by the Codex Committee on Methodology, Sampling and Analysis (CCMASCodex Committee on Methods of Analysis and Sampling) is the R5-sandwich ELISA (Mendez method). More information can be found on the Codex Alimentarius website.
It is recommended that you use a UKAS accredited laboratory for testing. To find an accredited laboratory please visit the UKAS website.
If you have any queries about glutenA protein that is found in the cereals wheat, barley and rye. testing, contact our Food and Drink team on 0845 305 2060 or foodanddrink@coeliac.org.uk
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