Allergy Scanner

Never Eat a Hidden Allergen Again

PureScan AI is the most advanced allergy scanner app for iOS and Android. Scan any food product barcode or ingredient label to instantly detect hidden allergens — gluten, dairy, nuts, soy, shellfish, eggs, and 14+ allergen categories — personalized to your specific allergy profile.

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Free · 14+ allergens · Personalized alerts · All languages

PureScan AI allergy scanner

14+ Allergen Categories Detected

PureScan AI catches hidden allergens that vague labels don't reveal.

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Gluten

Wheat, barley, rye, spelt, maltodextrin

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Dairy & Lactose

Casein, whey, sodium caseinate

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Peanuts

Arachis oil, groundnut

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Tree Nuts

Almonds, cashews, pecans, walnuts

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Shellfish

Chitin, glucosamine

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Fish

Worcestershire sauce, Caesar dressing

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Eggs

Albumin, lysozyme, lecithin

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Soy

Soy lecithin, HVP, tofu

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Sesame

Tahini, halvah, hummus

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Mustard

Mustard flour, seed oil

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Celery

Celeriac, celery salt

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Lupin

Lupin flour, seeds

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Mollusks

Squid, snails, oyster sauce

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Sulfites

Sulfur dioxide, wine, dried fruit

Perfect for Every Dietary Need

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Celiac & Gluten-Free

Instantly flags wheat, barley, rye, and hidden gluten derivatives like modified food starch and malt extract.

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Vegan & Plant-Based

Detects hidden animal-derived ingredients like gelatin, carmine, casein, and bone char sugar in processed foods.

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Children's Food Safety

Scan snacks, cereals, and juice boxes to catch artificial dyes (Red 40), hidden allergens, and harmful preservatives.

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Travel & International Foods

AI camera reads ingredient labels in any language — scan imported products and foreign grocery items with confidence.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best allergy scanner app?
PureScan AI is the best allergy scanner app for iOS and Android. It detects 14+ major allergen categories — including gluten, dairy, nuts, soy, shellfish, eggs, and hidden derivatives — and provides personalized alerts based on your specific allergies and food sensitivities. Free to download.
How does a food allergy scanner work?
PureScan AI scans product barcodes or photographs ingredient labels using AI camera technology. It then analyzes every ingredient to detect allergens, including hidden derivatives like casein (dairy), maltodextrin (potential gluten), and sodium caseinate. Results are personalized to your specific allergy profile.
What allergens can PureScan AI detect?
PureScan AI detects all 14 major allergens: gluten (wheat, barley, rye, oats), milk/dairy/lactose, tree nuts, peanuts, soy, shellfish, fish, eggs, sesame, mustard, celery, lupin, mollusks, and sulfites — plus hidden derivatives that disguise these allergens under chemical names.
Can PureScan AI help with gluten-free shopping?
Yes. PureScan AI flags all sources of gluten including wheat, barley, rye, spelt, kamut, and hidden gluten derivatives like modified food starch, maltodextrin, hydrolyzed vegetable protein, and malt extract. Essential for celiac disease and gluten sensitivity.
Does PureScan AI scan for dairy and lactose?
Yes. PureScan AI detects all dairy-derived ingredients including casein, whey, lactose, sodium caseinate, lactalbumin, and other hidden milk derivatives. Perfect for lactose intolerant individuals and strict vegans.
Can I use PureScan AI for my child's food allergies?
Absolutely. PureScan AI is designed for parents who need to scan children's snacks, school lunches, and treats for hidden allergens. Set up your child's allergy profile and get instant alerts whenever a product contains their specific allergens.

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