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Hi Everyone,

You may recall I offered my notes of the 2006 International Celiac Disease 
Symposium recently held in New York.  Well, I've been corrected on one of 
the points I recorded and have been asked to submit a correction (by GIG).  
Specifically, under Session #1 - "Role of Support Groups – Where Do We Go 
From Here?" I said, "The USA has two “gluten-free” endorsements (GIG and 
CSA); however, there is no on-site inspection, no equipment testing and 
self-testing is expected to occur randomly."

However, apparently GFCO has created standards that are stricter than many  
other world programs. The following is provided from www.gfco.com:

"Gluten-Free Certification Organization (GFCO) provides an independent 
service to supervise gluten-free food production according to a consistent, 
defined, science-based standard, that is confirmed by field inspections, in 
order to achieve heightened consumer confidence and safety."

"A GFCO Field Inspection Agent will conduct an initial visit tour of the 
facility. This visit is to observe the operations and gather information to 
determine the feasibility to certify products."

"Finally, to offer continued support for the program and your desire to 
have your products meet a higher standard, the FIA or GFCO representative 
will pay periodic visits to your facility."

Here was the original news release:
http://www.gfco.org/08-2005-PressRelease.htm

I appologize for any inconvenience or misunderstanding.  Please forgive me.

Warm Regards, 
Janet Kline
Charlotte, NC

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