Natural Sunflower Oil Flavouring
Sunflower-oil-derived natural flavorings are based on sunflower oil, which is rich in linoleic acid (an essential omega-6 fatty acid) and oleic acid. Cold-pressed forms retain tocopherols and phytosterols.
What it is
A flavoring preparation produced from sunflower oil, typically as a carrier or oil-derived natural flavor.
Flavoring/carrier oil; sunflower oil supplies oleic and linoleic essential fatty acids when consumed.
Why it's flagged
- high omega-6 polyunsaturated fat content if consumed in bulk
- possible oxidation if heated repeatedly
What regulators actually say
"Sunflower oil contains principally oleic (19.81%) and linoleic (64.35%) acids, which cannot be synthesized by humans and need to be assimilated through a diet."
"Linoleic and linolenic acids are polyunsaturated essential fatty acids that can not be synthesized by the organism and play an important role in the maintenance of healthy triglyceride and cholesterol levels."
Regulatory status
United States — FDA
Sunflower oil is GRAS; natural flavors permitted under 21 CFR 101.22
European Union — EFSA
Authorized as a natural flavoring under EU Regulation (EC) No 1334/2008
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