FSANZ Gluten-Free Guide
The Food Standards Code defines what "gluten free" means on Australian packaging — essential reading for coeliac families.
Key standards
- Standard 1.1.1 — General labelling and information requirements.
- Standard 1.2.7 — Nutrition, health and related claims including gluten free.
- Standard 1.2.3 — Mandatory allergen declarations.
What "gluten free" means
No detectable gluten. Products making this claim must meet defined testing thresholds — not merely "low gluten".
Barley malt & oats
Barley malt extract is high risk. Oats face specific restrictions for gluten-free claims — see barley malt and oats pages.
Australian labelling explainer