Flavouring
Also known as: flavour, flavor, flavoring, aroma, flavours
'Flavouring' is an umbrella term that conceals the identity of the actual chemical or extract used. umbrella terms are flagged moderate due to transparency.
What it is
Umbrella term for one or more flavor compounds, natural or artificial, not individually disclosed.
Provides flavor.
Why it's flagged
- May contain undisclosed allergens beyond the federally-required nine
What regulators actually say
"The label of a food to which flavor is added shall declare the flavor in the statement of ingredients in the following way... the term 'natural flavor' or 'natural flavoring' or 'artificial flavor' or 'artificial flavoring' may be used."
Regulatory status
United States — FDA
21 CFR 101.22 permits 'natural flavor' or 'artificial flavor' designation without listing specific compound
European Union — EFSA
EU Regulation 1334/2008 governs flavorings; specific aromatic substances must be approved
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