Natural Citrus Flavouring
Natural flavors are regulated in the US under 21 CFR 101.22 and must derive from natural sources. As an umbrella term, the exact composition is undisclosed and may include carriers, solvents, and incidental additives.
What it is
Flavoring derived from citrus fruits (orange, lemon, lime, grapefruit) using physical processes such as cold pressing, distillation, or extraction.
Imparts citrus aroma and taste.
What regulators actually say
"The term natural flavor or natural flavoring means the essential oil, oleoresin, essence or extractive... whose significant function in food is flavoring rather than nutritional."
"Regulation (EC) No 1334/2008 establishes a Union list of flavourings and source materials approved for use in and on foods."
Regulatory status
United States — FDA
Permitted under 21 CFR 101.22 as a 'natural flavor.'
European Union — EFSA
Flavoring substances regulated under EC 1334/2008; only Union-listed substances permitted.
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