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Basil Leaf
Basil Leaf
Also known as: basil leaves
Safe
Basil is a whole-food culinary herb that is GRAS. It contains essential oils (eugenol, linalool), antioxidants, and small amounts of vitamins.
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What it is
The leaves of Ocimum basilicum, a culinary herb used fresh or dried.
Provides aromatic, sweet, slightly peppery flavor to dishes.
What regulators actually say
"Spices and other natural seasonings and flavorings that are generally recognized as safe... include basil (Ocimum basilicum)."
"Basil, fresh contains 22 kcal, 3.15g protein, 0.64g fat, 2.65g carbohydrate per 100g, with notable vitamin K and manganese."
Regulatory status
United States — FDA
GRAS as a spice/seasoning under 21 CFR 182.10
European Union — EFSA
Permitted culinary herb
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