Food Allergen Consumer Protection Act

H.R. 4704, the Food Allergen Consumer Protection Act, would require food manufacturers to clearly list all major allergens on product labels, including milk, eggs, fish, wheat, peanuts, and soybeans. This requirement would apply even if an allergen is an unintentional ingredient or part of a spice, flavoring, or coloring. To help consumers manage their health, the bill also mandates that labels use a clear format similar to nutrition facts and include a toll-free number for consumer inquiries. Additionally, the legislation would establish national data collection on food allergies and implement manufacturing standards to reduce accidental cross-contamination in food production.