Cardamom
Also known as: cardamon, Elaichi
Cardamom is an ordinary culinary spice listed by the FDA as Generally Recognized as Safe under 21 CFR 182.10. There is no safety concern at typical dietary levels.
What it is
Dried seed pods of Elettaria cardamomum (Maton), a plant in the ginger family used as a culinary spice.
Whole-food spice/flavoring used to add aromatic notes to baked goods, beverages, curries, and confectionery.
What regulators actually say
"Spices and other natural seasonings and flavorings that are generally recognized as safe for their intended use, within the meaning of section 409 of the Act, are as follows: ... Cardamom (Elettaria cardamomum Maton.) ..."
Regulatory status
United States — FDA
GRAS spice — listed in 21 CFR 182.10 as Elettaria cardamomum Maton.
European Union — EFSA
Permitted food/flavoring in the EU.
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