The 14 major allergens in the UK
- Celery, cereals containing gluten and crustaceans
- Eggs, fish and lupin
- Milk, molluscs and mustard
- Nuts, peanuts and sesame seeds
- Soya and sulphur dioxide (sulphites)
How to use the official information
- Open the allergen guide on greggs.com.
- Search each item you plan to order.
- Check the date and recent changes.
- Ask staff about cross-contact and preparation.
- If unsure, do not eat it.
Cross-contact
Bakes,
sandwiches and desserts are prepared in shared spaces, so any allergen may be present in small amounts. See
gluten free and the
vegan menu for diet-specific advice.†
Questions to ask staff
- Is this item made with milk, egg, wheat, soya, nuts or sesame?
- Is it prepared on shared equipment?
- Has the recipe changed recently?
- Can you show me the allergen information for this exact item?
What the law says about pre-packed food
In the UK, food pre-packed for direct sale must list ingredients with allergens emphasised, a rule often called Natasha’s Law. Loose food sold over the counter is treated differently, so you should always ask.†
Reading allergen labels on pre-packed items
Pre-packed sandwiches, salads and snacks carry a label with ingredients and allergens in bold or otherwise emphasised. Read the label each time, because a product you have bought before may have changed. For loose items such as bakes and pastries, ask for allergen information and use the official guide.†
Keep planning: related Greggs guides
These guides pair well with this page.
- Greggs Blog: all guides in this category.
- Greggs low calorie menu: greggs low calorie menu ideas: lighter ways to order at breakfast, lunch and snack time.
- Greggs calories: how many calories are in greggs food, why sources differ and where to find exact numbers.
- Greggs gluten free: a careful guide for gluten-free and coeliac customers using greggs.
- Greggs vegan menu: the greggs vegan and vegetarian range with typical uk prices and how to check ingredients.
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