Natural Raspberry Flavouring With Other Natural Flavourings
FDA defines 'natural flavor' broadly; specific ingredient identities are not disclosed and may include solvents and processing aids. The category is generally recognized as safe but offers minimal transparency.
What it is
A flavoring blend derived from natural sources intended to deliver raspberry notes, combined with other natural aromatic compounds.
Provides raspberry flavor in foods and beverages without using whole fruit.
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."
"Flavourings shall not be used... in any way that misleads the consumer."
Regulatory status
United States — FDA
Permitted under 21 CFR 101.22 as natural flavor
European Union — EFSA
Regulated under EU Regulation 1334/2008
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