Re: NOT GF: Dole Fruit Parfait Apples in Caramel Creme Flavor

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Thanks for the update. This is a case of where the Food Labeling

Law doesn't help b/c the culprit in this product is not one of

the " Top 8 Allergens " but is still a problem for those with CD.

I appreciate you sharing that with us!

Melonie

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> The other flavors are reported as gf, however, the barley in this

> product is " hidden " in the natural flavors and is not obvious via

the

> label. That concerns me that the ingredients in the other flavors

> could change at any time and not be gf without our ability to

> identify the change.

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> FYI if you would like to contact Dole and mention appreciation for

> clearly labeling all sources of celaic-concerning gluten like many

of

> the other companies have done.

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> Thank you for contacting us.

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> DOLE Fruit Parfait, Apples in Caramel Creme, contains barley

gluten.

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> We appreciate your interest in Dole Food Company. We're glad to

> provide the

> information you requested and hope it is useful.

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> It's been a pleasure to help you.

>

> Sincerely,

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> Dole Consumer Response Specialist

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