Rum
Rum is an alcoholic beverage; ethanol is classified by IARC as a Group 1 carcinogen. Even small amounts of alcohol consumption are associated with elevated risk for several cancers and other health harms.
What it is
A distilled alcoholic beverage made from sugarcane byproducts such as molasses or sugarcane juice, typically aged in oak barrels.
Flavoring agent and ingredient in baked goods, sauces, marinades, and confections.
Why it's flagged
- Ethanol is IARC Group 1 carcinogen
- Fetal alcohol exposure risk in pregnancy
- Addiction/AUD risk
- Not appropriate for children
What regulators actually say
"Alcoholic beverages are carcinogenic to humans (Group 1)."
"Alcohol is a toxic, psychoactive, and dependence-producing substance and has been classified as a Group 1 carcinogen."
Regulatory status
United States — FDA
Regulated as an alcoholic beverage; TTB jurisdiction.
European Union — EFSA
Alcoholic beverage; ethanol risks acknowledged by EFSA and WHO.
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