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Bay Leaf Extract

Low concern

Bay leaf is GRAS as a culinary spice/flavoring; whole leaves should be removed before eating to avoid mechanical injury, but extracts at flavor levels are not a known concern.

Found in

2 products

What it is

Extract from the leaves of Laurus nobilis (bay laurel).

Flavoring/seasoning; contributes aromatic, slightly bitter notes.

Why it's flagged

whole leaves can cause choking or GI injury if swallowed

What regulators actually say

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Regulatory status

United States — FDA

Bay leaves and oil GRAS as spice and natural flavoring (21 CFR 182.10, 182.20)

European Union — EFSA

Authorized as a natural flavoring

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