Maryland's allergen disclosure rules, solved.
Foodini automates Top 9 allergen disclosures across every menu, location, and ordering channel — so your restaurants are ready for Maryland's HB 181 and every state law that follows.
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What Maryland HB 181 would require — straight from the bill
Who it applies to
All restaurants operating in Maryland — not limited to large chains
What you must disclose
Written notification of the Top 9 major food allergens present in each menu item
How you must disclose it
On the menu itself, or via a clearly referenced allergen guide available to every customer at the point of ordering
Source: Maryland HB 181 (introduced). Full text at mgaleg.maryland.gov
From menu upload to compliant disclosure in days
Upload your menu data
Connect your recipe database, POS, or upload a spreadsheet. Foodini ingests your ingredient data automatically.
We map every allergen
Our AI cross-references every ingredient against the Top 9 allergens under California Health & Safety Code §113820.5 and flags discrepancies or missing data.
Publish across every channel
Generate compliant disclosures for physical menus, digital menus, QR codes, and third-party ordering platforms — all kept in sync.
California was first. Here's what's coming.
| State | Law / Bill | Who it covers | Status | Deadline |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| California | SB-68 (ADDE Act) | Chains with 20+ US locations | In effect | July 1, 2026 |
| New York | A6558A / S5381A | Food establishments — prepackaged/grab-and-go only | Enacted Nov 12, 2025 | November 2026 |
| Maryland | HB 181 | All restaurants | Introduced | Oct 1, 2026 if enacted |
| New Jersey | S3394 | All food service businesses | Introduced | TBD |
| Illinois | HB 4686 | All restaurants | Introduced | TBD |
| Michigan | HB 5402 | All food service permit holders | Introduced | TBD |
Common questions
Watch: allergen disclosure laws explained in plain English
Short videos from the Foodini team breaking down what the law means for operators.
0:45What Is California SB-68?
A plain-English explainer of the law, the 20-location rule, and the July 1, 2026 deadline.
2:00Who Does SB-68 Apply To?
A deeper look at the 20-location threshold and the two in-venue compliance options.
1:38SB-68 Legal Nuances
Five legal details of SB-68 that operators frequently miss.
1:02Penalties for SB-68 Non-Compliance
What happens if a restaurant misses the July 1 deadline.
Get in touch with experts
Book a quick call with our team to get Maryland-ready. We'll review your menu, map your allergens, and build a clear path to compliance.