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Bourbon Vanilla Flavouring

Low concern

Vanilla extract is GRAS and broadly used. No safety concerns at typical food-flavor levels.

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14 products

What it is

Flavoring derived from Vanilla planifolia beans grown in 'Bourbon' region (e.g., Madagascar, Reunion); the higher-grade reference for vanilla flavor.

Premium vanilla flavor in foods, beverages, and cosmetics.

Why it's flagged

What regulators actually say

"Vanilla extract is the solution in aqueous ethyl alcohol of the sapid and odorous principles extractable from vanilla beans."

Regulatory status

United States — FDA

GRAS; vanilla extract standard of identity in 21 CFR 169

European Union — EFSA

Permitted under EU Regulation 1334/2008 on flavorings

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