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Look forward to tasty highlights such as the apricot kernel drink, the crunchy nut bar with dark chocolate and sea salt or delicious salad dressings – all gluten and lactose-free. For active everyday life, there are high protein drinks e.g. with strawberry-banana flavour as a lactose-free power alternative. What about a sun protection spray without perfume and fragrances for kids? Even more products have now been awarded the Allergy Seal of Quality. Discover the new products and enjoy!

When the sun shines and the temperature rises, pollen is likely to fly. So what you think is a cold could be a pollen allergy. Products with the Allergy Seal of Quality, such as pollen screens or air filters, help to reduce the pollen level indoors. This gives you peace of mind from pollen at home. Check out the products

A recent study shows that severe sneezing, itchy eyes and other typical allergy symptoms can affect the ability to drive as much as a blood alcohol level of 0.5 per mill. For pollen allergy sufferers, this means: be careful when driving. For example, make sure that the windows are kept closed and that the ventilation is limited to the air inside the vehicle. Read more

More and more people are suffering from allergies or intolerances – and the market is responding: Products made specifically for this target group are experiencing an upswing. With annual growth rates of up to 20 per cent, this segment is one of the most dynamic in the food retail sector. People with allergies and intolerances are specifically looking for safe and trustworthy products. This is exactly what products with the Allergy Seal of Quality stand for – safety, quality and transparency. Find out more

More and more people are paying attention to their health and carefully checking food additives. By baking your own bread, you have full control over the ingredients – deciding exactly what goes in and what doesn’t. This is especially important for those with food allergies or intolerances. Today, there's a wide variety of flours available with the Allergy Seal of Quality – they are gluten-free and/or lactose-free and without wheat such as corn flour, chickpea flour, or coconut flour. Explore the options and bake your bread just the way you like it!

21 March is World Sleep Day – a good opportunity to think about the quality of our sleep. After all, successful days start with restful nights! Sleep hygiene plays a crucial role. SWISSFEEL supports the hotel industry with a special washing process certified by Service Allergie Suisse that removes mites, mite faeces and other impurities. But tested products with the Allergy Seal of Quality can also help at home: Mite- and allergen-proof fitted sheets, as well as pillowcases and duvet covers, create an allergen-free sleeping environment – ​​for restful sleep.  To the products

Proteins are important for muscles, organs, bones and the immune system. They promote satiety and support the production of enzymes and hormones. For people with lactose intolerance, lactose-free high-protein products are a valuable alternative for enjoying dairy products without worrying and getting proteins. Our database offers a constantly growing selection of high-protein products with the Allergy Seal of Quality. But take a look for yourself

To better understand the added value of the Allergy Seal of Quality, we conducted a survey among 1,000 people in Switzerland aged 18 to 79. The goal was to find out to what extent the Allergy Seal of Quality influences the purchasing decisions of allergy sufferers and their families. Discover the key findings

For 20 years, the Allergy Seal of Quality has given people with allergies and intolerances the confidence to choose suitable and controlled products. The Allergy Seal of Quality launched by Service Allergie Suisse provides guidance and makes everyday life easier for those affected. Since the first certified cosmetics line, the range of controlled products has grown steadily – from cosmetics to food and household items. This success story shows: The Allergy Seal of Quality creates trust and offers real added value. Find out more

When the temperature drops, your skin retains less water and produces less sebum. It feels rough and brittle, can become red and even itchy. An extra layer of protection helps stressed skin – for example, using products for facial care with the Allergy Seal of Quality.

As good as the sun is, its rays get under your skin. If you want reliable protection against sunburn, you should use a sunscreen even in winter. Products with the Allergy Seal of Quality are ideal for sensitive skin: free from perfume, fragrance and from the 26 most common allergenic substances – perfect for the whole family. Find the right product now.

Are you allergic to eggs or milk, do you suffer from celiac disease, or are you lactose intolerant? No reason to miss out on delicious treats. Thanks to the Allergy Seal of Quality, you can find products that are suitable for your needs at a glance. The Seal of Quality guarantees that the manufacturing process has been carefully checked and the information on the packaging is correct. Enjoy the festive season without any worries. Take a look

The manufacturer determines whether a cosmetic product is suitable for sensitive and allergy-prone skin and then has it checked and confirmed by Service Allergie Suisse. For example, we verify that the product does not contain any of the 26 allergy-causing substances before awarding the Seal of Quality. Read more

It is only the side dish that completes the menu. And sometimes it tastes so good that it becomes the star instead of the supporting actor. Some product ideas for people with food allergies or intolerances.

You want the best for your child - especially when it comes to their health. Nappies or hygiene and care products with the Allergy Seal of Quality are ideal for babies and toddlers with sensitive and allergy-prone skin. The Seal of Quality guarantees that the product's manufacturing process has been carefully controlled. For your child's benefit.
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The Allergy Seal of Quality stands for the highest quality standards and is subject to strict, regular controls. For people with allergies and intolerances, the Seal of Quality offers the security and confidence that the product is suitable and safe for their specific needs. You can find information about the Seal of Quality on the packaging here

The autumn holidays are approaching, but for people suffering from a house dust mite allergy, asthma or atopic eczema, hotel beds can be a horror. However, with tested products bearing the Allergy Seal of Quality – such as anti-dust mite travel sheets and pillow and duvet covers – there's nothing to stop you enjoying a relaxing night's sleep and a restful holiday!  Find your product

From rice cakes and crisps to crackers and biscuits - even if you have food allergies or intolerances, you don't have to go without snacks on an autumn excursion. Thanks to our products bearing the Allergy Seal of Quality, you are guaranteed to find delicious and safe options for your backpack break. Discover and enjoy now!

We have modernised the database of products with the Allergy Seal of Quality and made it more appealing. The product information is presented more clearly, and you can buy the product directly from the manufacturer via a link. An intuitive navigation and an improved search function make it even easier and quicker to find what you are looking for – but take a look for yourself.

Products that are suitable for people with allergies and intolerances bear the Allergy Seal of Quality. This enables those affected and their relatives to recognise the special products immediately. The Allergy Seal of Quality ensures that the manufacturing process has been checked according to the strictest guidelines and clearly confirms the accuracy of the information on the packaging. It offers verified information and therefore greater safety. Find out more here

New in the Emmi good day range: churned, lactose-free butter with rapeseed oil. Not only is it super light and fluffy, it can also be spread straight out of the fridge. Discover the Emmy good day products with the Allergy Seal of Quality.

As good as the sun is for our souls, its rays get under our skin. You can only protect yourself from sunburn if you apply enough sunscreen. If you also have sensitive skin, prone to allergies, it is best to use products with the Allergy Seal of Quality, without perfume, fragrances and without the 26 allergenic compounds. Learn more

A summer without ice cream? Unthinkable! Even if you have a milk allergy or lactose intolerance, there's no need to give up ice cream. From creamy chocolate to exotic mango-passion fruit, there are plenty of lactose-and milk-free ice creams with teh Allergy Seal of Quality to choose from. Let yourself be tempted and discover your new favourites. Treat yourself to the carefree pleasure of ice cream this summer!

Products certified with the Allergy Seal of Quality do not necessarily have to be fragrance-free. The claim "without perfume/without fragrances" is not tested as standard, in contrary to the 26 allergenic compounds. There are also certified cosmetics that are also fragrance-free. If this claim is on the packaging of the product, it has also been tested by us. Download the criteria for the certification of cosmetics.

The sun is back and grasses are beginning to bloom everywhere. Their pollen is the most common trigger of hay fever. Every fifth person in Switzerland has a pollen allergy and 70 percent of them react to grasses. Products with the Allergy Seal of Quality, such as pollen screens, air filters or vacuum cleaners, help to reduce pollen exposure indoors. You can find the certified products here. By the way, the grass pollen season lasts until late summer and peaks in mid-May to June.

Then take a look at our newly certified products.  As well as lactose-free organic butter, a skyr butter and lactose-free high-protein semolina porridge, you'll also find the lactose-free Hummus Trio, with three different flavours in one pack - just in case you can't decide ... See all certified lactose-free products

The days are getting longer again and when the sun shines, it relentlessly shows us the dirt on the window panes and the dust on shelves and floors. Time for a big spring-clean! Cleaning products that do not contain any of the 26 allergenic compounds, perfume, colourants or enzymes are gentle on your skin. It is best to use products with the Allergy Seal of Quality. Find your Products

Their pollen is particularly allergenic: birch trees have started to bloom – earlier than in other years. aha! Allergy Centre Switzerland advises allergy sufferers to arm themselves: with sunglasses and hay fever medication. Find out more

A recent survey showed that many people are unaware that vegan products can contain allergens of animal origin, which is why the Allergy Seal of Quality is also very important for vegan products. It confirms that the information on the packaging is correct regarding allergens that are not contained in the product. Watch the video.

In the explanatory video "The certification process simply explained!" you will learn how the products are tested and by whom before they are awarded the Allergy Seal of Quality. To the video

When the temperature drops, our skin needs a lot of support. The same goes for sun protection – which we can provide by taking good care of it, for example by using facial and body care products with the Allergy Seal of Quality.  In winter, both the air inside and outside is particularly dry, and this deprives the skin of moisture.  Although it is cold, the sun is strong and when there is snow on the ground, the sun's rays are reflected and the amount of sun radiation that hits the skin increases. So choose the right sunscreen for winter sports as well.
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The Sensitive line with heart seeds from RAUSCH is vegan and not tested on animals. It was developed for highly sensitive and irritated scalps and consist of a shampoo, a conditioner and a serum. The products contain no colorants and none of the 26 allergenic compounds. They have been awarded the Allergy Seal of Quality.

The high season for dust mite allergies begins with the heating season. Are you affected? Covers for mattresses, duvets and pillows (encasings) act as a barrier against dust mite droppings and allergens, helping you to sleep well.  The Seal of Quality also guarantees that the product's production process has been checked and that the information on the packaging is correct.
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From rice cakes and crisps to crackers and biscuits: even with a food allergy or intolerance, it's easy to fill your rucksack for a trip to the lake or the mountains. You are sure to find what you are looking for in our product database.

Various devices can help make allergy sufferers feel more comfortable at home. The manufacturer or distributor determines which products should be certified and has them checked by Service Allergie Suisse. Consumers will then find this information on the packaging of the product and in our product database. The criteria for the certification of technical products can be downloaded here.

At Service Allergy Suisse, we make sure that “free” really means “free”. We check to ensure not only that the 26 potentially allergy-causing substances are absent, but that no other fragrances or essential oils are contained in the product. Furthermore, no plant extracts may have been used for perfuming.
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Hotel beds: an ordeal for people with a house dust mite allergy, asthma or atopic dermatitis. Travel sleeping bags and anti allergy travel mattress covers that stop mites and allergens can cover or replace the normal hotel bedding.

How the idea for the Allergy Seal of Quality was developed and how it helps people with allergies and intolerances? How the Allergy Seal gets on the packaging and what is tested? What allergen management means and why it is one of the most important requirements for certification with the Allergy Seal? You can find the answers to these questions here in our explanatory videos.

Students with allergies are welcome and in good hands at the Swiss Alpine Secondary School Davos (SAMD). What makes the school so special for allergy sufferers? Allergen-free classrooms, allergen-optimised menus and, of course, the unique Davos climate make this exclusive offer possible. We cater to individual needs and accompany young people on their way to the graduation.
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The requirements for products with the Allergy Seal of Quality and the claim "without perfume", are stricter than the legal regulations. Synthetic chemical fragrances and essential oils are additionally prohibited. Plant extracts are also not permitted for use in perfuming. That is an important added value for people with skin problems!
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Thanks to the Allergy Seal of Quality, people with allergies and intolerances can identify a product that is suitable for them at a glance. The Seal of Quality guarantees that the manufacturing process of a product has been carefully checked, and it also visibly confirms that the descriptions on the packaging (e.g. "without milk", "gluten-free") are correct. More information in the video

Effective allergen management is indispensable in manufacturing facilities, be it for food, cosmetics or household appliances. It means safety for people with allergies! It is one of the most important prerequisites for certification with the Allergy Label and strengthens the confidence of customers in your products. To the video

The Allergy Seal of Quality is awarded to products that give people with allergies and intolerances security a good dose of joie de vivre. We coordinate the certification process for our customers, and we advise and support them throughout the entire process. Our team also offers bespoke consulting that is tailored to specific questions and challenges. We love what we do. We commit ourselves every day to safe products with the Allergy Seal of Quality and to meeting the high requirements.
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The everyday life of people with allergies and intolerances is characterised by a constant confrontation with the topic because they must avoid the triggers of their allergy at all costs. In 2007, Migros launched an extensive range of products for allergy sufferers. Over the past 15 years, Service Allergie Suisse has tested and certified over 700 Migros products.
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Babies and toddlers with atopic dermatitis or sensitive and allergy-prone skin need nappies without fragrances and dyes. We could now certify particularly skin-friendly nappies from Naturaline (Coop) in six different sizes. These nappies without fragrances, without perfume, without latex and without any of the 26 allergenic compounds listed by the EU. To the nappies

With the new regulations 'Specific requirements for hygiene products', hygiene products and toiletries that come into contact with the skin and mucous membranes can be certified with the Allergy Seal of Quality. These include sanitary towels and pads, nappies for babies and toddlers, and dry cleaning cloths (e.g. paper tissues). The new regulations (in german or english) can be ordered from zertifizierung@service-allergie.ch.

The Swiss Association for Quality and Management System (SQS) has checked Service Allergie Suisse again on the occasion of the audit in December 2022 and confirmed that the requirements of ISO 9001:2015 are fulfilled. Service Allergie Suisse has been ISO certified since the beginning of 2014.

Do you suffer from an allergy or intolerance and are looking for products suitable for you? Here you will find a large selection of products with the Allergy Seal of Quality, which are certified and tested by Service Allergie Suisse. They are also recommended by aha! Swiss Allergy Center. Do you have questions about allergies? Advisors from aha! Swiss Allergy Center will be happy to take time for a detailed consultation: by telephone via the aha!infoline: +41 31 359 90 50 or in writing using the form. More information

The materials and weave may differ, but this does not affect the permeability of mite allergens. Fabric samples can be ordered from the manufacturers. You will find the contact details at the bottom of the respective product.

Mite-resistant bed covers - known as encasings - can protect children with asthma, and who also suffer from a house dust mite allergy, from severe seizures. This was found by a British study. By the way: some of these ecasings are certified and bear the Allergy Seal of Quality.

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Household appliances with the Allergy Seal of Quality have been tested and certified according to the strict guidelines of Service Allergie Suisse regarding the reduction of indoor allergen exposure. They help allergy sufferers to feel comfortable at home. Relevant information can be found on the product packaging. Read the requirements for the certification of technical products.

Various devices can help make allergy sufferers feel more comfortable at home. The manufacturer or distributor determines which products should be certified and has them checked by Service Allergie Suisse. Consumers will then find this information on the packaging of the product and in our product database. The criteria for the certification of technical products can be downloaded here.

The rice drink will win you over with its sweet taste. It is also a good source of energy. As the name suggests, the lactose-free milk substitute is made from rice and is available for example at Coop in different varieties – with calcium, with almonds and nature.  All bear the Allergy Seal of Quality – but what else is there to know?