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Herb
Herb
Also known as: mixed herbs, aromatic plants
Safe
Generic 'herb' is a non-specific label. Most culinary herbs are GRAS, but the absence of species identification prevents allergen, drug-interaction, and toxicity assessment (e.g., comfrey hepatotoxicity, pennyroyal toxicity).
Found in
1,901 products
What it is
Generic umbrella label for unspecified culinary herbs.
Flavoring.
What regulators actually say
"Spices and other natural seasonings and flavorings... that are generally recognized as safe for their intended use."
Regulatory status
United States — FDA
Specific culinary herbs GRAS under 21 CFR 182.10
European Union — EFSA
Authorized as flavorings depending on species
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