Glucose Syrup (including wheat-derived): Is It Gluten Free?
Gluten verdict for Glucose Syrup (including wheat-derived): Gluten Free
Gluten Free
Glucose Syrup (including wheat-derived)
A sweetener made from starch. Even glucose syrup made from wheat is so highly processed that no gluten remains, and FSANZ exempts wheat glucose syrup from gluten and allergen declaration.
Where You Will Find It
Lollies, soft drinks, sauces, processed foods
Guidance for Coeliac Disease
Glucose syrup, including wheat glucose syrup, is gluten free under FSANZ. No need to avoid it.
Label reading tip: In Australia, allergen summary statements are mandatory under FSANZ. Look for the bold allergen declaration near the ingredients list. In the US, check for "Contains: wheat" or similar statements required by the FDA.
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