Brazil Nut Testing Solutions

Brazil nuts are seeds from a large South American tree belonging to the Lecythidaceae family. Despite their name, they are not true nuts, but rather seeds contained within a hard outer shell, similar to coconuts. Brazil nuts are classified as major tree nuts and can cause potentially fatal food allergies. Cross-contamination can occur during manufacturing, making it crucial to inspect both the production environment and food products for brazil nut traces. The food industry must use highly sensitive testing equipment to ensure compliance with strict food safety standards.

Mandatory labeling of tree nuts in food products
Tree nuts, including brazil nuts, are among the most frequent causes of food allergies. In Europe and the United States, the prevalence of tree nut allergies as a whole is estimated to range between 0.2% and 0.5% in both children and adults. To protect consumers from the potentially fatal consequences of Brazil nut consumption, allergen labeling is required by law in many countries. Brazil nuts, along with other tree nuts, are regulated in the EU (Regulation (EU) No 1169/201) and the US (U.S. FDA – FALCPA 2004).

 Fast and highly sensitive brazil nut analysis
At Romer Labs, we offer a comprehensive range of solutions for Brazil nut detection, consisting of test kits and analytical services. Our Brazil nut test kit portfolio features quantitative ELISA tests and qualitative lateral flow devices (LFDs) that are specifically designed to detect Brazil nut proteins in environmental samples, rinse waters, and liquid and solid foodstuffs.