Ms. Kais,
Thank you for taking the time to contact us. Tyson Oven Roasted Whole
Chickens are gluten free. We do not publish a list as ingredients may
change. Over the years I have found that consumers depend on the list
which may become obsolete as products are re-formulated. The
Ingredients Listing found on the packaging will have the correct
information. If you have questions regarding a specific product, please
call our consumer number: 800/233-6332 or e-mail comments@tyson.com.
Have the UPC number available so they can access the correct product.
Our Fresh and IFF (Individually Fresh Frozen) do not contain gluten.
There is no gluten added to the chicken. The marinade consists of
chicken broth, sodium phosphates, salt, and flavorings. The flavorings
contain powdered cooked chicken.
A lot of people assume that "flavorings" contain gluten; however, the
USDA labeling regulations restrict the ingredients that may be grouped
as flavorings or natural flavors. Here is a link to the USDA website
that has great information regarding what can be included: http://
www.fsis.usda.gov/Help/FAQs
Gluten is protein complex that is formed when water is kneaded with
wheat flour which brings about the removal of a large portion of the
starch. Gluten is also available as wheat gluten, corn gluten and zein.
Breaded items may contain one of these grain; however, it will be listed
in the Ingredient Statement.
We appreciate your interest in our products.
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The link is very interesting. It says:
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What substances or ingredients can be listed as "natural flavor," "flavor," or "flavorings" rather than by a specific common or usual name?
Ingredients such as ginger, black pepper, onion powder, garlic powder, celery powder, and garlic oil may be listed as one of the three categories mentioned above. They may be designated as "natural flavors" because they are substances used chiefly for flavor. They do not make a nutritional contribution, are not derived from an animal species, and there are no health concerns linked to them.
-which makes me wonder if gluten is hidden under the term flavorings. Technically, if it has been recognized has having health concerns linked to it than legally it couldn't be. But I don't know if it has been recognized as such.
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