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Fennel Seed
Fennel Seed
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Fennel seed is a culinary spice used at small levels and recognized as safe in food. It is not associated with significant health concerns at culinary doses.
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What it is
Dried seed of Foeniculum vulgare, used whole or ground as a culinary spice.
Spice and flavoring (anise-like flavor); occasional digestive use.
What regulators actually say
"Spices and other natural seasonings and flavorings that are generally recognized as safe for their intended use ... Fennel, common (Foeniculum vulgare Mill.)."
Regulatory status
United States — FDA
GRAS as a spice/natural seasoning (21 CFR 182.10)
European Union — EFSA
Permitted; estragole content evaluated, no restriction at culinary levels
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