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Menthol
Menthol
Low concern
Menthol is GRAS as a flavoring in the US and a permitted EU flavoring. Safe at typical food use levels.
Found in
264 products
What it is
Cyclic monoterpene alcohol from peppermint and other Mentha species; also synthesized.
Flavoring (cooling sensation), aroma compound.
Why it's flagged
- irritation at very high doses
- topical avoidance in infants (non-food context)
What regulators actually say
"Menthol is listed among synthetic flavoring substances permitted in food at 21 CFR 172.515."
"EFSA evaluated menthol-containing flavoring substances and concluded no safety concern at intended levels of use."
Regulatory status
United States — FDA
GRAS (21 CFR 172.515)
European Union — EFSA
Permitted flavoring (FL no. 02.015)
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