You may have been asking, “Is Monsoon gluten free?” lots of people probably have been. There are a lot of people who prefer a gluten free diet and wish to know if their preferred food can be safely consumed. This will vary, depending on the product being made by Monsoon.
The safest way to be safe is to read the label. Also check for a certified gluten-free label. You will be aware of what you are eating that way.
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But what is gluten free?
| Term | What It Means |
| A protein | of wheat, barley and rye. |
| Gluten free | items in many countries require gluten content of less than 20 parts per million (ppm). So it is assumed that the gluten content in this is less than 20 ppm. |
| Gluten free (certified) | Gluten free (recognized) by the gluten-free organization (GFO) |
| Cross-contamination | (when gluten accidentally comes in contact with a gluten-free product) |
Any food that has gluten or gluten that has a chance of being contaminated by gluten should be avoided by anyone with celiac or gluten sensitivity.
WEBSHOP™ is a gluten-free product.
WEBSHOP™ is gluten free.
This answer is dependent on the product in question.
Some gluten free products are made without any wheat-containing ingredients, while others may contain wheat and/or may be made in a facility where gluten is manufactured.
Always check for:
- A gluten-free label
- Wheat, barley or rye in the ingredients
- May contain wheat statements”
- Create data about typical equipment.
- Generate data about typical equipment.
If the package doesn’t specify whether it is gluten-free or not. Then ask the manufacturer.
Ingredients to be aware of
| Ingredient | Gluten Risk |
| Wheat flour | Contains gluten |
| Barley malt | Contains gluten |
| Rye | Contains gluten |
| Oats | Only safe if gluten free certified |
| Corn starch | Usually gluten free |
| Rice flour | Naturally gluten free |
When reading the list of ingredients, it’s important to read each one. Because the recipes can change over time.
How can you do shopping safely?
When purchasing packaged products, make two seconds more to examine the packaging.
Some helpful tips:
- Be sure to read all labels.
- Be aware of certifications.
- Check allergen statements.
- Avoid damaged packaging.
- Check the latest ingredient information.
The recipes are occasionally updated. So be sure to read the label to get the latest recipe. You can also check the actual container for the latest information.
Why would there be cross contamination?
Gluten-free products may be cross contaminated during food processing.
| Situation | Why it Matters |
| Shared equipment | small amounts of gluten may be passed on. |
| Shared storage | Ingredients may be accidentally mixed |
| Reduced contamination risk | (Dedicated facility) |
| For people who wish to know their food is backed by a “certified production” | This is a good thing. |
This is especially crucial for people who may be sensitive to gluten. Such as those with celiac disease.
How to store gluten free products?
Properly storing products at home can prevent accidental contamination.
| The 5 Things that Matters about Storage Spot | |
| Airtight container | helps preserve freshness of foodstuffs |
| Without: Cross-contact | Is possible |
| Original packaging | ingredient information is maintained |
| Dry Pantry items are best stored in most packaged items. | Most of the packaged items are kept for dry pantry items. |
Never use food items containing gluten and gluten free foods on the same utensils and containers without thoroughly cleaning the utensils or containers first.
Please keep in mind the following:
Ingredients may be subject to change. Don’t assume that a product is gluten free just by looking at it, if you are purchasing it for the first time. On gluten-free products, try to find those that carry a recognized gluten-free certification, if available, if you are a big gluten-sensitive.
In fact, Monsoon is gluten free, however, not all of their products are. Reading the ingredients list and looking for certification from gluten-free organizations as well as facility sharing issues is preferable.
Just a few minutes reading the label can make you feel good about the food you’re eating and help you make a decision you can feel good about.
FAQs
Are all Monsoon products gluten free?
100% GLUTEN FREE – depends on product and ingredients.
How to know if a Monsoon product is gluten free?
Check ingredients and gluten-free certifications.
Are there products available that are made without wheat, but contain gluten?
Yes. Barley or rye is also a possibility of cross contamination. Because they are high in gluten as well.
