Mint Flavouring
Mint flavoring is regulated under 21 CFR 101.22 (US) and EC 1334/2008 (EU). Composition is not transparent and may include carriers/solvents.
What it is
Flavoring derived from peppermint or spearmint plants (Mentha species), as essential oil, oleoresin, or natural extract.
Imparts mint aroma and taste.
What regulators actually say
"FDA is amending the food additive regulations to no longer authorize the use of seven synthetic flavoring substances, including pulegone, in food."
"Natural flavoring substances must comply with 21 CFR 101.22 labeling rules."
Regulatory status
United States — FDA
Permitted under 21 CFR 101.22; synthetic pulegone delisted from 21 CFR 172.515 in 2018.
European Union — EFSA
Flavoring substances regulated under EC 1334/2008; pulegone restricted.
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