Food Allergen Labeling and Consumer Protection Act of 2004

• Date: February 28, 2011
• Source: Admin

The Food Allergen Labeling and Consumer Protection Act (FALCPA) of 2004 is an amendment to the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act. It requires that manufacturers clearly identify on the labels of food if it contains an ingredient that is or contains protein derived from a "major food allergen" declare the presence of the allergen in the manner described by the law.