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Pimenta Officinalis Fruit Oil

Low concern

Allspice essential oil is GRAS as a flavoring substance under 21 CFR 182.20. Contains eugenol; very high doses of eugenol have shown hepatotoxicity in animal studies but typical food levels are well below concern.

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What it is

Allspice essential oil distilled from the dried unripe berries of Pimenta dioica (officinalis).

Flavoring oil providing characteristic allspice/clove-like flavor.

Why it's flagged

high eugenol content; allergen for sensitive individuals

What regulators actually say

"Essential oils, oleoresins (solvent-free), and natural extractives (including distillates) ... are generally recognized as safe."

21 CFR 182.20 — ecfr.gov

Regulatory status

United States — FDA

GRAS essential oil under 21 CFR 182.20.

European Union — EFSA

Authorized natural flavoring substance under Regulation (EC) 1334/2008.

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