German Gluten-Free Products — EU-Certified Brands You Can Trust

Living gluten-free doesn't mean giving up on German food. Our gluten-free range includes bread, muesli, pasta, baking mixes, biscuits, and even gluten-free beer — all from trusted German brands like Schär, Kölln, and Seitenbacher. Every product meets EU gluten-free labeling standards: less than 20 parts per million (ppm) of gluten, verified by the Crossed Grain symbol. Whether you have celiac disease or a gluten sensitivity, these products let you enjoy German flavors safely.

EU Gluten-Free Standards: What They Mean for You

The European Union maintains strict regulations for gluten-free labeling. Products labeled "gluten-free" must contain less than 20 ppm (parts per million) of gluten — the threshold recognized as safe for people with celiac disease. Many of our products also carry the Crossed Grain Trademark, administered by national celiac societies across Europe, which requires additional third-party testing and certification. This is a higher standard than what's commonly found on non-European products.

Brands in Our Gluten-Free Range

Schär is Europe's leading gluten-free brand, producing everything from sliced bread and rolls to pasta, biscuits, and baking mixes. Their products are developed specifically for celiac consumers — not as afterthoughts or line extensions. Texture, taste, and nutrition are central to every formulation.

Kölln — known for their oat products since 1820 — offers certified gluten-free oat flakes and muesli. Oats are naturally gluten-free but are frequently contaminated during processing. Kölln's gluten-free line uses oats processed in dedicated facilities to eliminate cross-contamination.

Seitenbacher provides gluten-free muesli blends and baking mixes that maintain the hearty, whole-grain character German breakfast cereals are known for.

Gluten-Free Beer

Yes, we carry it. German gluten-free beer is brewed to meet the same EU threshold (<20 ppm) and still follows Reinheitsgebot-inspired brewing principles where possible. It's one of the most requested products from gluten-free customers who miss a proper German Bier.

FAQ

Q: What does the Crossed Grain symbol on German gluten-free products mean?

A: The Crossed Grain Trademark is a certification mark managed by celiac societies across Europe (coordinated by AOECS). Products bearing this symbol have been independently tested and verified to contain less than 20 ppm of gluten — the EU's legal threshold for "gluten-free" labeling. It provides an extra layer of assurance beyond standard food labeling requirements.

Q: Are German oats safe for people with celiac disease?

A: Standard oats are naturally gluten-free but are often contaminated with wheat, barley, or rye during farming and processing. Brands like Kölln produce certified gluten-free oats using dedicated processing lines and regular testing to ensure they stay below 20 ppm. Most celiac organizations consider certified gluten-free oats safe for the majority of celiac patients, though individual tolerance varies.

Q: How does the EU gluten-free standard compare to the US FDA standard?

A: Both the EU and the US FDA define "gluten-free" as containing less than 20 ppm of gluten. However, the EU system includes the voluntary Crossed Grain certification — a third-party verification program that goes beyond label claims with regular audits and testing. This makes EU-certified products among the most rigorously verified in the world.

Q: Do you carry gluten-free versions of traditional German foods like bread and Spätzle?

A: Yes. Schär offers gluten-free bread, rolls, and pasta that work as substitutes in traditional German recipes. You'll find options for everyday meals as well as baking mixes so you can make your own gluten-free cakes and pastries at home. We're continuously expanding this selection based on customer requests.