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Angelica
Angelica
Low concern
FDA lists Angelica species as GRAS for natural flavoring under 21 CFR 182.10/182.20. Contains furocoumarins that can cause photosensitization with topical exposure plus UV light.
Found in
13 products
What it is
Aromatic herb (Angelica archangelica) used for its root, stems, and seeds; long history in European herbal medicine and liqueurs.
Flavoring herb and bitter botanical.
Why it's flagged
- Furocoumarins may cause photosensitivity
- Avoid in pregnancy due to traditional emmenagogue use
What regulators actually say
"Spices and other natural seasonings and flavorings... Angelica (Angelica archangelica L.)."
Regulatory status
United States — FDA
GRAS natural flavoring (21 CFR 182.10, 182.20)
European Union — EFSA
Permitted flavoring; furocoumarin levels regulated
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