Comment 20

From: factork@u.washington.edu [mailto:factork@u.washington.edu] 
Sent: Sunday, November 26, 2006 10:49 PM
To: Rulemaking, TTB
Cc: factork@u.washington.edu
Subject: 'TTB Notice No. 62'

Docket ID: ATTB-2006-0029 Document ID: ATTB-2006-0029
Major Food Allergen Labeling for Wines, Distilled Spirits and Malt Beverages

This comment is in response to the extended comment period for the proposed rule of Major Food Allergen Labeling for Wines, Distilled Spirits and Malt Beverages.

I believe that it is almost common sense to require any substance intended for the consumption of people to have a detailed list of possible allergens. A consumer’s health is far more important then possible costs incurred by laboratory work. After reading the summary in Notice No. 62, Dr. Rogers suggested a less costly approach for manufactures’ “to list all allergens used in production.” This would prevent the need for testing. The thought of excluding this information is harmful and irresponsible. It is deceitful to leave out pertinent information that affects the health of many Americans. This is why I am in support for this rule.