Key Allergens

The key allergen found in dates is a profilin called Pho d 2.

Syndromes

There are not currently any syndromes associated with date allergy.

Cross Reactivity

Other plants containing profilin proteins are kiwi, pineapple, celery, peanut, chilli, watermelon, orange, hazelnut, muskmelon, carrot, strawberry, soya beans, barley, walnut, lychee, lupin, apple, banana, cherry, almond, peach, pear, mustard, tomato, aubergine and wheat.