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Dark Rum
Dark Rum
Moderate concern
Rum is an alcoholic beverage. Alcohol consumption is classified by IARC as Group 1 (carcinogenic to humans), and even moderate consumption is associated with increased risk of several cancers.
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23 products
What it is
A distilled alcoholic spirit produced from molasses or sugarcane juice and aged, typically in oak barrels.
Alcoholic beverage; flavoring agent in baked goods, sauces, and confections.
Why it's flagged
- Contains ethanol
- IARC Group 1 carcinogen
- Not appropriate for children/pregnant women
What regulators actually say
"Alcoholic beverages are carcinogenic to humans (Group 1)."
Regulatory status
United States — FDA
Alcoholic beverage; regulated by TTB rather than FDA
European Union — EFSA
Alcoholic beverage; ethanol consumption associated with health risks
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