may contain allergen

Codex Sets a Global 'May Contain' Standard: What the CAC49 Allergen Decision Means for Restaurants

The Codex Alimentarius Commission formally adopted risk-based PAL guidelines at its 49th session in Geneva on 7 July 2026. The EU is targeting a Q4 2027 harmonized regulation aligned with the new standard. For restaurants, the message is clear: documented per-dish allergen management is no longer optional.