Natural Chicken Flavouring
Natural chicken flavoring is permitted under USDA/FDA labeling rules. Composition is proprietary and may contain hydrolyzed proteins, autolyzed yeast, and free glutamates that mimic MSG.
What it is
Natural flavor derived from chicken or chicken-derived ingredients (broth, fat, hydrolyzed protein).
Provides savory chicken flavor to soups, snacks, and prepared foods.
Why it's flagged
- may contain free glutamates
- proprietary composition
What regulators actually say
"The term natural flavor or natural flavoring means... essence or extractive... derived from... meat, seafood, poultry, eggs, dairy products, or fermentation products thereof."
"Natural chicken flavor and similar terms must accurately describe the source of the flavoring component."
Regulatory status
United States — FDA
Permitted as natural flavor under 21 CFR 101.22; meat-derived products under USDA FSIS jurisdiction
European Union — EFSA
Permitted under EU Regulation 1334/2008
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