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Celery Seed
Celery Seed
Low concern
Celery seed is GRAS as a culinary spice. The primary concern is that celery (including the seed) is a recognized major allergen in the EU and other jurisdictions, capable of causing severe reactions in sensitized individuals.
Found in
4,274 products
What it is
Dried seeds of celery (Apium graveolens) used as a spice.
Spice/flavoring.
Why it's flagged
- Celery is a major allergen in EU labeling rules
- Contains natural nitrates
What regulators actually say
"Spices and other natural seasonings and flavorings... celery seed... are GRAS."
"Celery and products thereof must be declared as allergen."
Regulatory status
United States — FDA
GRAS as spice (21 CFR 182.10).
European Union — EFSA
Celery listed allergen per Regulation 1169/2011.
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