Natural Cola Flavouring
'Natural flavor' is defined under 21 CFR 101.22 as essential oils, oleoresins, and extractives derived from plant or animal sources, intended for flavoring. Specific cola flavor components (citrus oils, cinnamaldehyde, vanillin, etc.) are individually GRAS or FEMA GRAS.
What it is
Flavor blend designed to mimic cola — typically a mix of natural flavor extracts (citrus oils, cinnamon, nutmeg, vanilla, coriander, kola nut) classified 'natural flavor' under FDA rules.
Flavoring.
Why it's flagged
- proprietary blend — specific allergens/components may not be fully disclosed
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."
"FEMA's GRAS program assesses the safety of natural flavor complexes used as flavoring substances in food."
Regulatory status
United States — FDA
Natural flavor regulated under 21 CFR 101.22; constituent flavors typically FEMA GRAS
European Union — EFSA
Authorized natural flavorings under EU 1334/2008
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