Many grains are inherently gluten-free. The process of grain handling covers the processing, storing and transporting of grains throughout the supply chain. Because grains are often harvested, stored, and transported using the same equipment, gluten-free grains may become contaminated.

As part of the process, anyone dealing with the receipt of grains should conduct a risk assessment to determine whether grain purchased from farmers can be effectively cleaned of wheat, barley, rye, or triticale to an acceptable level. Although grain cleaning, sorting, and sieving equipment can be very effective in removing gluten, a site may wish to check what on-farm controls were in place to reduce a risk of contamination.

The guidance runs through the things a company should be aware of as part of the procurement and purchasing process for gluten-free grains, the risks to be aware of and the mitigations to put in place.

Who should use this publication?

This guidance will be of use to anyone responsible for the purchasing and receipt of grains for production in a facility certified to the BRCGS Global Standard Gluten Free.

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