WHO Has Established Allergen Reference Doses. Are you testing the levels that matter?

Food manufacturers are under increasing pressure to effectively manage allergen risks and protect consumers from life threatening reactions.

The World Health Organization (WHO) and FAO have established allergen Reference Doses (RfDs). These risk-based levels are designed to support allergen management programs and help reduce the risk of severe allergic reactions, including anaphylaxis. [who.int], [iris.who.int]

WHO Recommended Reference Doses

Source: WHO/FAO Food Allergen Reference Doses [who.int], [iris.who.int]

Is Your Allergen Test Kit Detecting the Right Level?

Not all allergen test kits are sensitive enough to support testing against these reference dose levels.

When assessing your allergen management program, consider:

✅ Can your test method detect allergens at levels aligned with WHO guidance?

✅ Does your testing provide confidence in your cleaning validation process?

✅ Can you demonstrate robust allergen control during customer and regulatory audits?

✅ Are you confident that your allergen management program is helping protect consumers from adverse reactions?

Make sure your testing program is highlighting the levels that matter most.

Not sure which allergen test kit is right for your application? Our team can help you select the best AgraStrip® or AgraQuant® solution for your testing requirements.

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Take control of allergen management with confidence.

Romer’s AgraStrip® and AgraQuant® allergen test kits deliver fast, reliable results to support your allergen control program. All kits are aligned with WHO Reference Dose (RfD) limits, helping you make informed decisions with confidence.

Whether you need rapid screening or quantitative testing, Romer offers solutions to:

• Verify cleaning effectiveness
• Monitor allergen cross-contact risks
• Support food safety and compliance requirements

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WHO allergen reference doses are intended to support risk-based allergen management and are based on expert review of global allergen threshold data. [who.int], [iris.who.int]