Granola Bars
Also listed as Cereal Bars, Oat Bars, and Chewy Granola Bars.
Grains & Bakery
This is what the ingredient is.
Granola bars are pressed oat snack bars. Labels may say granola bars or cereal bars.
Here is why it shows up on the label.
They are eaten as portable snacks.
Here is what food agencies say.
Sold as a snack under FDA labeling rules; nut and gluten claims must meet applicable standards.
Here is what research has found.
Salmonella and undeclared nut allergens have appeared in granola bar recalls.
Here are a few things worth knowing.
Often contain peanuts or tree nuts. Choose certified gluten-free if needed.
Sources
- FDA Food Labeling
- USDA FSIS
- FDA Recalls
How to read this page
We publish plain facts about this ingredient so a label is easier to read. This is not medical advice, and it is not a recommendation to buy, avoid, or use anything. For a personal health question, talk with a clinician who knows your history.
v1.0Updated 9/17/2026