High Risk · Confidence 100%

Is barley malt gluten free?

Barley malt is not permitted in gluten-free labelled foods in Australia by default

Also listed as: malt extract, barley malt extract, malt flavour, malt flavor

Australian label names: barley malt extract

Definition

barley malt is classified as barley with direct gluten relevance in Australian coeliac guidance.

Australian context (FSANZ)

• Standard 1.2.7 — barley malt extract default high risk unless specifically processed and declared compliant

Clinical notes

• Barley malt is not permitted in gluten-free labelled foods in Australia by default

Known exceptions

• Some glucose syrups derived from wheat starch may be compliant when declared — requires manufacturer verification

References

• FSANZ Standard 1.2.7
• Iron Dome Rules

Last reviewed: 2026-07-28