List of Tree Nut Allergy
Tree nut allergies are triggered by a wide variety of nuts that come from trees. Individuals with tree nut allergies must avoid all products containing or coming into contact with these nuts. Here’s a comprehensive list covering more than 40 tree nuts that are commonly associated with allergic reactions.
Tree Nut Allergy List
| Tree Nut | Examples |
|---|---|
| Almond | Used in baking, oils, and flavorings |
| Brazil Nut | Common in mixed nuts and baking |
| Cashew | Found in dairy alternatives and sauces |
| Chestnut | Often used in holiday dishes |
| Hazelnut | Common in chocolates and spreads |
| Macadamia Nut | Used in cookies and snacks |
| Pecan | Popular in pies and pastries |
| Pine Nut (Pignoli) | Used in pesto and Mediterranean cuisine |
| Pistachio | Often eaten as a snack, also used in ice creams |
| Walnut | Common in salads, desserts, and oils |
| Beechnut | Rare but still a potential allergen |
| Butternut | Related to walnuts, less common in foods |
| Hickory Nut | Typically found in southern U.S. cuisine |
| Gingko Nut | Used in some Asian dishes |
| Acorn | Edible after processing, not commonly eaten raw |
| Oak Nut | Related to acorns, processed for flour |
| Kola Nut | Used as a flavoring, particularly in sodas |
| Sheanut (Karite Nut) | Used in the production of shea butter |
| Coconut | Sometimes considered part of the tree nut family |
| Lichee Nut | Found in certain Asian cuisines |
| Mongongo Nut | Used in some African dishes |
| Pili Nut | Grows in tropical climates, gaining popularity |
| Sapucaia Nut | Related to Brazil nuts, found in the Amazon region |
| Ogbono Nut | Commonly used in Nigerian cooking |
| Kukui Nut | Used in Hawaiian cuisine and oils |
| Souari Nut | Less commonly known, used in South American dishes |
| Candle Nut | Often used in Asian cooking as a spice or thickener |
| Illipe Nut | Known for its butter, used in cosmetics and food |
| Monkey Puzzle Nut | Native to South America, similar to pine nuts |
| Okari Nut | Indigenous to Papua New Guinea, often eaten roasted |
| Paradise Nut | Found in the Amazon, related to Brazil nuts |
| Maya Nut | Known as “breadnut,” consumed in Central America |
| Breadnut | Used in tropical regions, unrelated to wheat |
| Nogal Nut | Found in the southwestern U.S., used locally |
| Red Bopple Nut | Native to Australia, used in traditional cooking |
| Queensland Nut | Another name for macadamia nuts |
| Coco De Mer | Rare, found in the Seychelles, often ornamental |
| False Mahogany Nut | Rare, used for ornamental and some traditional uses |
| Nangai Nut | Found in Pacific islands, edible and used in oils |
| Tropical Almond | Different from common almonds, found in the tropics |
