Dried Vegetables
Dried vegetables are minimally processed whole foods. Without species disclosure, allergen risk (e.g., celery) and additive content (e.g., sulfites used as preservatives) cannot be assessed.
What it is
Generic umbrella term for vegetables dehydrated by air, sun, freeze-drying, or drum drying. The specific vegetables are not disclosed.
Add nutrition, color, flavor, and texture to dry-mix products without water content.
Why it's flagged
- undisclosed identity prevents allergen assessment
- may contain sulfites for preservation
What regulators actually say
"Sulfiting agents... when added in any amount and detectable at a level of 10 parts per million or more in the finished food... must be declared on the label."
Regulatory status
United States — FDA
Generic food category; sulfite preservatives must be declared if >=10 ppm (21 CFR 101.100).
European Union — EFSA
Generic food category; sulfite labeling required under EU 1169/2011.
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