Producing gluten-free products in the seafood industry may sound straightforward, but the reality is more complex. Especially with breaded fish products, pre-fried fish and convenience seafood, there is a risk of cross-contamination with gluten. Breadcrumbs, seasoning mixes and shared production lines make it difficult to guarantee truly gluten-free products.
At Kramers’ Seafood, we have taken a different approach. We are a certified gluten-free producer in accordance with the Gluten-Free Standard 2011 of the Dutch Coeliac Association and the AOECS Standard of the Association of European Coeliac Societies. This makes us one of the few companies in the seafood industry that can demonstrate effective control over gluten contamination.
What does gluten-free certification mean in practice?
For us, gluten-free is not just a claim on a label, but a complete system. Our gluten-free fish products are manufactured according to controlled processes. We use separate production processes and carefully monitored raw materials. The entire process, from purchasing to production, is managed and regularly inspected.
Under European regulations, products may only be labelled as ‘gluten-free’ if they meet the established threshold. This is not just about testing finished products, but mainly about preventing cross-contamination during production.
Which gluten-free fish products do we offer?
We currently offer the following certified gluten-free fish products, among others:
- Fish fingers
- Alaska Pollock moulded nuggets
- Fish fingers with cornflake coating
- Breaded and pre-fried cod fillet
- Fish fries
- Salmon sticks
- Breaded and pre-fried Alaska Pollock fillet with Italian herbs
This range is a starting point, not an endpoint. Within our gluten-free production line, we also develop new products at the request of our customers, from different coatings to completely customised recipes.
Gluten-free fish products for B2B and foodservice
Our focus is on foodservice, wholesalers, catering and private label. Gluten-free products are becoming increasingly important in these markets. Examples include healthcare institutions with allergen policies, corporate catering services that accommodate dietary requirements and restaurant chains looking to reduce risks.
For these customers, we supply gluten-free fish products, breaded fish without gluten, pre-fried seafood solutions and customised private label products. All backed by independent certification rather than just a promise on the packaging.
Why is this important for buyers?
Purchasing in the seafood industry is all about trust, strong relationships and consistent quality. However, demonstrable allergen control is becoming increasingly important.
With gluten-free certification, customers can demonstrate that products are manufactured according to controlled processes. This helps reduce risks further along the supply chain and better meet the needs of customers with specific dietary requirements.
Process reliability and quality control
Gluten-free production requires discipline every day. For us, this means established procedures in our factory, trained employees and inspections that go beyond paperwork.
The certificate issued by Schouten Certification to Kramers’ Seafood Processing B.V. confirms that our certified production processes comply with the relevant gluten-free standards. Not just a claim, but something our customers can rely on.
Looking for a gluten-free fish supplier?
Are you active in foodservice, retail or wholesale and looking for a reliable supplier of gluten-free fish products or breaded fish without gluten?
At Kramers’ Seafood, we are happy to help you find solutions that fit your product range. From existing products to new developments and private label solutions.
Contact us to discuss the possibilities for your product range.
Frequently Asked Questions
As far as we know, Kramers’ Seafood is one of the few seafood producers in the Netherlands with independent gluten-free certification according to the Gluten-Free Standard 2011 and the AOECS Standard.
Our range includes fish fingers, Alaska Pollock moulded nuggets, fish fingers with cornflake coating, breaded cod fillet, fish fries and salmon sticks. We also develop new gluten-free products upon request.
The certificate confirms that the food safety management system of Kramers’ Seafood Processing B.V. complies with the relevant gluten-free standards for the certified activities. This is periodically verified through external inspections.
Kramers’ Seafood also develops hybrid fish products. Whether a specific hybrid product can be supplied with gluten-free certification depends on the ingredients, production processes and the scope of the certification.
