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Onion Oil
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Onion oil is a natural essential oil used at very low concentrations as a flavoring. It is GRAS as a natural seasoning under 21 CFR 182.20.
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156 products
What it is
Volatile oil extracted from onion (Allium cepa) bulbs by steam distillation.
Natural flavoring.
What regulators actually say
"Essential oils, oleoresins (solvent-free), and natural extractives (including distillates)... onion (Allium cepa L.) — GRAS."
"Flavourings shall be safe... and shall not mislead the consumer."
Regulatory status
United States — FDA
GRAS under 21 CFR 182.20 (essential oils, oleoresins, and natural extractives)
European Union — EFSA
Authorized natural flavoring under Reg. 1334/2008
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