Taiwan User-Friendly Sensor and Tech (TFT) introduced its food allergen detection system at CES 2020, showing off a portable device powered by medical-level technology that is capable of detecting allergens in food. A trio of experts in the medical testing field came together to develop a system to support increased food safety and minimize the risk of potential health hazards.
For many people with sensitivities to nuts, seafood, milk and other common allergens, going out to eat can be risky, especially depending on the severity of one's reaction to a certain kind of food. Unlike most currently food allergen detection technology that's only capable of delivering a "yes" or "no" response based on allergens detected, TFT's system shares the actual amount of allergens in food.
Portable Food Safety Detectors
TFT Shared Its Food Allergen Detection System at CES 2020
Trend Themes
1. Food Allergen Detection - TFT's system presents an opportunity to disrupt the food safety industry by providing a more accurate and efficient way to detect food allergens.
2. Portable Medical-level Technology - The use of portable medical level technology in TFT's system presents opportunities for innovation in various industries such as healthcare, food service, and hospitality.
3. Quantitative Allergen Testing - TFT's system enables quantitative allergen testing which presents opportunities for innovation in the development of new food products and improved food labeling.
Industry Implications
1. Food Safety - TFT's food allergen detection system presents an opportunity for innovation in the food safety industry through the development of more accurate and efficient methods of detecting allergens.
2. Healthcare - The use of portable medical level technology in TFT's system presents an opportunity for innovation in the healthcare industry through the development of new medical devices and systems.
3. Food Service and Hospitality - TFT's system presents an opportunity for innovation in the food service and hospitality industry through the development and implementation of more effective allergen management and labeling programs.