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Beta-Caryophyllene
Beta-Caryophyllene
Low concern
Beta-caryophyllene occurs naturally in many edible plants and is FEMA GRAS at typical flavoring use levels. No notable safety signals at dietary intake.
Found in
5 products
What it is
A bicyclic sesquiterpene found naturally in clove, black pepper, hops, rosemary, and cannabis; FEMA GRAS flavor ingredient (FEMA 2252).
Flavoring/fragrance compound — spicy, woody notes.
What regulators actually say
"Caryophyllene is listed among synthetic flavoring substances and adjuvants permitted for direct addition to food for human consumption."
Regulatory status
United States — FDA
FEMA GRAS (FEMA 2252); used as a synthetic flavoring substance
European Union — EFSA
Authorized flavoring (FL no. 01.007)
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