Rosmarinus Officinalis Flower Extract
Rosemary extract is a natural plant antioxidant authorized in EU as E392 with established ADI. EFSA's 2008 opinion concluded its use is safe at proposed levels.
What it is
Extract from rosemary flowers (Rosmarinus officinalis); contains carnosic acid, rosmarinic acid, and essential oil components.
Antioxidant and flavoring; rosemary extract (E392) is an authorized antioxidant in food.
What regulators actually say
"EFSA Panel concluded that the use of rosemary extracts as antioxidants in food, at the proposed conditions of use, is not of safety concern."
"Spices and other natural seasonings and flavorings... rosemary (Rosmarinus officinalis L.) — generally recognized as safe."
Regulatory status
United States — FDA
Rosemary GRAS as flavoring/antioxidant under 21 CFR 182.10/182.20.
European Union — EFSA
Authorized as E392 (rosemary extract) under Regulation 1129/2011.
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