Natural Mango Flavouring
Natural mango flavoring is permitted under FDA's natural flavor definition. As with other natural flavors, the umbrella term may include solvent carriers and incidental additives.
What it is
Natural flavor derived from mango (Mangifera indica), via extracts, oils, or essences.
Imparts mango flavor to beverages, candies, yogurts, and other foods.
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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