They would need Innofresh to provide all verification tests done for all the above said allergen classes. Example: Allergen surface swabs or Allergen testing of the actual product.
They just want to make sure there is a robust Allergen SOP in place on the manufacturer’s end to ensure that any form of allergenic contamination is ruled out.
May though the use of disclaimer statements such as “may contain” to declare the presence of ingredients known to cause hypersensitivity is not encouraged. As this may unnecessarily restrict consumer choice and undermine valid warnings.
But if we can’t provide any of the tests or any supporting documents, on the safe side, they will carry the “may contain” statement. Even so, we still need to provide justification if consumers raise any concerns on the presence of potential food allergens.
Anyway, below are some of the examples of allergen declarations: