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Iris Germanica Root

Low concern

Orris root (Iris germanica) is listed by FDA as GRAS for use as a natural flavoring in 21 CFR 172.510 (or 182.20). Used at low flavoring levels.

Found in

4 products

What it is

Root of the German iris (orris root); contains aromatic ketones (irones).

Traditionally used as a flavoring (e.g., gin, herbal liqueurs); orris root is GRAS as a natural flavoring.

Why it's flagged

raw root can be irritating before curing

What regulators actually say

"Orris (Iris florentina L., I. germanica L., and I. pallida Lam.)."

21 CFR 172.510 — Natural flavoring substances and natural substances used in conjunction with flavors — ecfr.gov

Regulatory status

United States — FDA

Listed in 21 CFR 172.510 (natural flavoring substances) — Orris (Iris germanica, I. florentina, I. pallida).

European Union — EFSA

Permitted as a flavoring.

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