Is Pätkis chocolate gluten-free?

Pätkis is a favorite treat for many Finns, and people who need to avoid gluten often want a clear answer on whether it’s safe to eat.

What does gluten-free mean?

Gluten-free means a product does not contain gluten, a protein found in wheat, barley and rye. Gluten can cause problems especially for people with celiac disease or gluten sensitivity – people with celiac disease cannot eat gluten at all, since it triggers an inflammatory reaction in the small intestine.

Pätkis ingredients

According to Fazer, the manufacturer, Pätkis is made from sugar, vegetable fat (palm, shea), fat-free milk powder, cocoa powder, cocoa mass, whey (from milk), emulsifier (lecithin, contains soy), salt and aroma (vanillin). None of these ingredients are wheat, barley, rye or oats.

Is Pätkis gluten-free?

Fazer states that Pätkis is gluten-free and a safe choice for those following a gluten-free diet. As with other products made in factories that also process gluten-containing ingredients, a small risk of cross-contamination can’t be entirely ruled out, but Fazer's gluten-free labelling means the product meets the low gluten-content limits required for that label. Manufacturing details can change, so it’s good practice to check the current packaging, especially if you have celiac disease or a severe gluten sensitivity.

Fazer’s gluten-free products

Fazer offers several gluten-free products with clear labelling on the packaging to help shoppers identify them. You can browse Fazer’s gluten-free products on their website.

Summary

Pätkis is labelled gluten-free by Fazer and suitable for most people following a gluten-free diet. Always check the current packaging if you have celiac disease or a severe gluten sensitivity.

More information about gluten-free products and the gluten-free diet is available from the Finnish Coeliac Society (Keliakialiitto).