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Sesame Allergen Control (FASTER Act) Checklist
Verify sesame allergen controls following the FASTER Act designation of sesame as the ninth major allergen, covering labeling, cross-contact prevention, supplier controls, and validation.
FASTER ActFALCPA21 CFR 117
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Allergen Identification & Labeling
- Is sesame recognized and managed as a major food allergen following the FASTER Act? *
- Is sesame declared on the label using its common name in the ingredient list or a Contains statement? *
- Are label reviews conducted to confirm sesame is not omitted when present as a component? *
- Are precautionary advisory statements used truthfully and not as a substitute for controls?
Supplier & Ingredient Controls
- Do supplier specifications identify the presence of sesame in ingredients and processing environments? *
- Are incoming ingredients verified against sesame-free or sesame-containing status? *
- Is sesame flour or paste (tahini) identified as a hidden source in blended ingredients? *
Cross-Contact Prevention
- Are production scheduling and segregation used to prevent sesame cross-contact? *
- Are dedicated or thoroughly cleaned utensils and equipment used for sesame-containing products? *
- Is rework containing sesame controlled to prevent unintended cross-contact? *
Cleaning Validation & Verification
- Is allergen cleaning validated to remove sesame protein from shared equipment? *
- Is sesame-specific swab or lateral-flow testing used to verify cleaning effectiveness? *
- Are cleaning and verification records maintained? *
Training & Change Management
- Have employees been trained that sesame is a declared major allergen requiring controls? *
- Is the allergen management plan updated when new sesame-containing products are introduced? *
- Are reformulations reviewed for allergen and labeling impact before launch? *
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