Are pumpkin seeds safe for people with nut allergies?

Pumpkin seeds are naturally free of tree nuts and peanuts. However, the safety of pumpkin seeds for someone with a nut allergy depends heavily on where and how they were processed. Gerbs pumpkin seeds are produced in a dedicated allergen-free facility that is free of all 14 major allergens: peanuts, tree nuts, dairy, eggs, wheat, gluten, soy, fish, shellfish, sesame, mustard, celery, lupin, and sulphites. There is no shared equipment or shared production lines with any allergenic ingredient.

What is the difference between pepitas and pumpkin seeds?

Pumpkin seeds and pepitas come from the same plant but refer to different parts. Pumpkin seeds include the white outer hull (shell), while pepitas are the inner green kernel with the shell removed. Both are nutritious and allergen-free at Gerbs. Pepitas tend to be softer and easier to eat as a snack, while in-shell pumpkin seeds have a crunchier texture. Gerbs carries both varieties in raw, dry-roasted, and seasoned options.

Are Gerbs pumpkin seeds processed in a gluten-free facility?

Yes. Gerbs pumpkin seeds are processed in a facility that is completely free of wheat and gluten, as well as all other 14 major allergens. The facility does not handle any of the 14 major allergens at any point in production. This makes Gerbs pumpkin seeds a safe option for people managing celiac disease, non-celiac gluten sensitivity, or multiple food allergies simultaneously.

Are Gerbs pumpkin seeds raw or roasted?

Gerbs offers both raw and dry-roasted pumpkin seed varieties. The dry-roasted seeds are never fried and contain no added oils, artificial flavors, or preservatives. Seasoned varieties (lightly sea salted, sea salted, extra sea salted, and garlic and onion) use only simple, clean ingredients. All varieties are available in 2-pound resealable bags.