RIDASCREEN FAST Lupine allergen test

RIDASCREEN FAST Lupine is a sandwich enzyme immunoassay for the quantitative analysis of lupine proteins in food products (e.g. juices, wine, beer, sausage, noodles, chocolate, bakery products, or ice cream). The test detects all proteins of European lupine species used in food, including the heat-stable conglutin γ-gamma.

• Suitable for the quantitative analysis of lupine proteins in food products.
• Ideal for e.g. juices, wine, beer, sausage, noodles, chocolate, bakery products, or ice cream.
• The test detects all proteins of European lupine species used in food, including the heat-stable conglutinin γ-gamma.
• Extensive cross-reactivity tests (89 matrices were evaluated).

The macroscopically granular sweet lupines contain 35-42% protein in the seeds. Lupines are generally used as a natural protein source as an alternative to soy and animal products in human nutrition and animal feed. They can bind water in food and can therefore be used as an egg substitute in bread and bakery products. This increases the freshness and stability of those products. Additionally, lupine flour is used instead of wheat, rye, or barley flour in the case of dietary foods.

In France, it is permitted to mix up to 10% lupin flour with other types of flour without further declaration. Because lupins can cause severe allergic reactions, they must be declared on food products. The allergen may be present as an ingredient or as a contaminant in raw and cooked products. According to Regulation (EU) No 1169/2011, lupin must be listed on food labels.