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Orange Leaves

Low concern

Orange leaves are listed as a permitted natural flavoring substance under FDA regulation. Generally regarded as safe at culinary use levels.

Found in

11 products

What it is

Leaves of Citrus sinensis (sweet orange) used as a flavoring or herbal tea.

Flavoring/aromatic ingredient.

Why it's flagged

Possible photosensitivity from citrus oils

What regulators actually say

"Essential oils, oleoresins (solvent-free), and natural extractives (including distillates) that are generally recognized as safe... Orange leaf, Citrus sinensis (L.) Osbeck."

21 CFR 182.20 — ecfr.gov

Regulatory status

United States — FDA

Listed as a natural flavoring substance under 21 CFR 182.20

European Union — EFSA

Permitted as natural flavoring

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