Natural Raspberry Flavouring
Natural raspberry flavoring is generally safe at typical food levels. 'Natural flavor' under FDA rules can include extracts and isolates from plant or animal sources, and labeling does not always require disclosure of all components.
What it is
Flavor extract derived from raspberries or other natural sources providing raspberry-like aroma compounds.
Imparts raspberry flavor and aroma.
Why it's flagged
- Limited transparency in 'natural flavor' composition
What regulators actually say
"Natural flavor is the essential oil, oleoresin, essence or extractive... whose significant function in food is flavoring rather than nutritional."
"Regulation (EC) No 1334/2008 establishes the rules on flavourings."
Regulatory status
United States — FDA
Permitted under 21 CFR 101.22 (natural flavor)
European Union — EFSA
Permitted under Regulation 1334/2008
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