Celery allergy: where it hides in an ingredients list
Celery must be disclosed because it is included in almost all industrial spice blends and bouillon bases.
Names it appears under
- celery root
- celery seeds
- celery salt
- vegetable seasoning
Where you expect it
- celery
- salads
- vegetable broths
Where you do not
- bouillon cubes
- spice blends
- ready-made soups
- tomato juice and cocktails based on it
- sausages
- sauces and ketchups
Frequently asked questions
- Why is celery on the mandatory list, but carrots are not?
- Reactions to celery are more common and can be severe, and it is widely used in industrial blends where it is not expected.
- How do I check whether a product contains celery?
- Photograph the barcode or the ingredients panel — the app reads the list and warns you if it finds anything you have flagged. Three checks are free, with no account.
- How do I avoid ordering a dish with celery in a restaurant?
- Photograph the menu — the app reads the items and marks the ones whose name suggests an allergen you flagged. A menu carries no ingredients list, so the check is approximate: hidden ingredients are visible only in the kitchen.
Check the package rather than remember the list. Photograph the barcode and the app reads the ingredients and flags what you marked.
Other allergens: Milk · Egg · Peanut · Tree nuts · Fish · Crustaceans · Mollusks · Soy · all fourteen
This reference is for information only and does not replace advice from your doctor.