Sesame
Definition
A seed classified as a priority allergen under FSANZ Standard 1.2.3, requiring mandatory declaration on food labels in Australia and New Zealand when present as an ingredient.
Regulatory Source
- Standard 1.2.3— Schedule 9 — sesame was added as a declared allergen in 2021; its presence must be declared on the label in plain English regardless of amount
Last verified against current standards: April 2026
Regulatory authority: Food Standards Australia New Zealand (FSANZ)
Related Terms
Allergen Declaration
A mandatory label statement identifying the presence of priority allergens in a food product, required under FSANZ Standard 1.2.3 of the Food Standards Code.
FSANZ
Food Standards Australia New Zealand — the regulatory body that develops and maintains the Australia New Zealand Food Standards Code governing food labelling, safety, and composition.
Lupin
A legume that is classified as a priority allergen under FSANZ Standard 1.2.3, requiring mandatory declaration on food labels in Australia and New Zealand.