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Natural Cinammon Flavouring
Natural Cinammon Flavouring
Low concern
Natural flavorings are GRAS under 21 CFR 182.20 but the umbrella term hides the specific compounds and carriers used. Cassia-based cinnamon flavorings can contain coumarin, which has hepatotoxicity concerns at high chronic intakes per EFSA.
Found in
273 products
What it is
Flavoring derived from cinnamon bark or compatible natural sources, principally cinnamaldehyde.
Adds cinnamon aroma and taste.
Why it's flagged
- Cassia-based cinnamon flavourings can contribute coumarin (EFSA TDI 0.1 mg/kg bw)
What regulators actually say
"Essential oils, oleoresins, and natural extractives including cinnamon are GRAS for use in food."
"EFSA established a tolerable daily intake of 0.1 mg/kg body weight for coumarin found in cassia cinnamon."
Regulatory status
United States — FDA
GRAS (21 CFR 182.20 essential oils/natural flavors)
European Union — EFSA
Permitted; coumarin TDI 0.1 mg/kg bw
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