Peanut Allergy Card

Peanut allergy is one of the most common and potentially life-threatening food allergies, affecting around 1-2% of the global population. Unlike many food allergies, peanut allergy rarely resolves with age, and even trace amounts from cross-contamination can trigger anaphylaxis in severely allergic individuals.

The challenge for travelers is that peanuts appear in unexpected places worldwide — as a cooking oil in Chinese and Thai cuisine, as a garnish in many Asian dishes, hidden in sauces and marinades, and as a common cheap protein additive in processed foods across many cultures.

A peanut allergy translation card is your most important safety tool when dining abroad. Our cards clearly state your restriction in the local language, explicitly mention peanut oil and cross-contamination, and use visual allergen icons that convey urgency at a glance.

Traveling to Japan with a peanut allergy requires extra preparation. Japan labels 28 official allergens and sesame-peanut cross-contamination is a documented risk in Japanese kitchens. Peanut oil appears in some tempura batters, ramen toppings, and convenience store snacks. A bilingual Japanese peanut allergy card — showing both English and Japanese text — is the most reliable way to communicate your restriction to kitchen staff who may have limited English.