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Not an insignificant matter: the right side dish
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.
Your child's well-being is important to you
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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What does the Allergy Seal of Quality on the packaging mean?
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
Sleep somewhere else...
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
Carefree snacking: a treat for every outing!
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!
Modern and clear: the new database
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.
The Allergy Seal of Quality: safety for those affected
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
Emmy good day – Don't give up dairy products - just lactose!
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.
Well protected on the sunny side
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 new ice age
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!
Are all cosmetics with the Allergy Seal of Quality fragrance-free?
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 peak pollen season starts with the grasses
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.
Lactose intolerance?
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
Skin-friendly spring-clean
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
Birch pollen is in the air
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
Why is the Allergy Seal of Quality important for vegan products?
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.
How does the Allergy Seal of Quality get on the product?
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
Skin care to protect against cold and sunburn
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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Special care for sensitive scalps
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.
For a good night's sleep
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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For the excursion to the mountains
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.
The Allergy Seal of Quality – this is checked for household appliances
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.
What does “perfume-free” mean on products bearing the Allergy Seal of Quality?
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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Finally vacation! Time to relax and recharge
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.
Would you like to know...
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.
Allergen-free to the Graduation
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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Why an Allergy Seal of Quality?
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
Are your products important to you?
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
Working together for the safety and well-being of those affected
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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aha! products on Migros' shelves for 15 years
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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Feel-good nappies
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
Great weather, but dangerous - for the skin
As good as the sun is, its rays get under your skin. You can only protect yourself from sunburn if you apply enough sunscreen, especially now in winter. If you also have sensitive skin, it is best to use products with the Allergy Seal of Quality, without perfume, fragrances and without the 26 allergenic compounds. Find products for the whole family.
Hygiene products without perfume
Approximately 20% of the population in Switzerland is affected by a contact allergy at some point in their lives. Perfumes are among the most common triggers, which are unfortunately also found in many hygiene products. With the new regulations of Service Allergie Suisse hygiene products that come into contact with the skin and mucous membranes, such as baby nappies or sanitary towels, can now be tested and certified with the Allergy Seal of Quality.
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New regulations
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.
Successfully maintained the ISO certification
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.
Allergic?
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
Do the materials of the various certified encasings (mite protection covers) differ?
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.
Encasings: effective asthma protection
To feel good in your home
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.
Sale of unpackaged goods: stating allergens even more clearly
Even those who sell unwrapped food – for example, on markets, in dairies and in restaurants – must set out the ingredients that can cause allergies. According to a national study, most people do this verbally, although it would be safer to do it in writing.
Why do products with the Allergy Seal of Quality sometimes have traces of allergens?
The Allergy Seal of Quality – this is checked for household appliances
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.
New claims for cosmetics and washing and cleaning agents
We have adapted our regulations "Specific requirements for cosmetics and chemical products" and added new claims. You can order the new regulations (German or English) at zertifizierung@service-allergie.ch.
New requirements for cosmetics and washing and cleaning agents
Contact dermatitis – also known as contact eczema is one of the most common form of skin desease in Switzerland. About 15 – 20 per cent of the population will be affected at some point in their lives. It is an inflammatory reaction of the skin to certain substances and other external influences. Contact eczema can be an allergic reaction or due to excessive irritation.
Mild alternative made of rice
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?