Lime Flavouring
Lime flavoring is a permitted FDA flavoring (natural or synthetic). Generally safe at use levels.
What it is
Flavoring derived from lime (Citrus aurantifolia) or synthesized to mimic lime; can be 'natural' or 'artificial' depending on source.
Provides lime flavor profile.
Why it's flagged
- proprietary composition
What regulators actually say
"Essential oils, oleoresins...natural extractives - including lime (Citrus aurantifolia) - are generally recognized as safe."
"Natural flavor or natural flavoring means the essential oil, oleoresin, essence or extractive...whose significant function in food is flavoring rather than nutritional."
Regulatory status
United States — FDA
Permitted as natural (21 CFR 182.20) or synthetic (21 CFR 172.515) flavoring
European Union — EFSA
Permitted as flavoring under EU 1334/2008
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