Grapefruit Natural Flavouring
Natural grapefruit flavoring is regulated under 21 CFR 101.22 in the US and EC 1334/2008 in the EU. Composition is not disclosed to consumers and may include carriers/solvents.
What it is
Flavoring extracted from grapefruit (Citrus paradisi) using physical processes such as cold-pressing or distillation.
Imparts grapefruit aroma and taste.
What regulators actually say
"The term natural flavor means the essential oil, oleoresin, essence or extractive... whose significant function in food is flavoring rather than nutritional."
"Regulation 1334/2008 lays down the Union list of flavourings and source materials approved for use in and on foods."
Regulatory status
United States — FDA
Permitted under 21 CFR 101.22 as a natural flavor.
European Union — EFSA
Flavoring substances regulated under EC 1334/2008.
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