Barbecue Flavouring
BBQ flavoring is a generic umbrella ingredient regulated under 21 CFR 101.22. Composition is not transparent; may contain natural smoke condensates, sugar, sodium, MSG, and undisclosed allergens.
What it is
Compound flavoring designed to impart smoky/grilled BBQ taste, typically combining smoke flavor (often from natural smoke condensates), spices, sugar, and salt.
Flavoring in snacks, sauces, processed meats.
What regulators actually say
"The term natural flavor or natural flavoring means the essential oil, oleoresin, essence or extractive, protein hydrolysate, distillate, or any product of roasting, heating or enzymolysis..."
Regulatory status
United States — FDA
Permitted as 'natural flavor' or 'artificial flavor' under 21 CFR 101.22.
European Union — EFSA
Smoke flavorings regulated under EU Regulation 2065/2003; some authorizations not renewed in 2024.
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