Natural Cherry Flavouring
Natural cherry flavoring is permitted under FDA's natural flavor definition. Like other natural flavors, exact composition is proprietary and may include solvent carriers and incidental additives.
What it is
Natural flavor derived from cherries (Prunus species), including extracts, oils, or essences.
Imparts cherry flavor to beverages, candies, and baked goods.
Why it's flagged
- proprietary blend - exact composition undisclosed
What regulators actually say
"The term natural flavor or natural flavoring means the essential oil, oleoresin, essence or extractive... derived from a... fruit or fruit juice..."
"Natural flavouring substance shall mean a flavouring substance obtained by appropriate physical, enzymatic or microbiological processes from material of vegetable, animal or microbiological origin."
Regulatory status
United States — FDA
Permitted as natural flavor under 21 CFR 101.22
European Union — EFSA
Permitted under EU Regulation 1334/2008
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