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Tomatillo

Also known as: tomatillos, physalis philadelphica, mexican husk tomato, husk tomato

Safe

Whole-food fruit. whole foods are classified none unless allergen-significant.

Found in
1,353 products
Type
vegetable

What it is

Physalis philadelphica fruit; a green, tart, husked nightshade widely used in Mexican cuisine.

Fresh produce; basis for salsa verde, sauces, and stews.

What regulators actually say

"This part establishes science-based minimum standards for the safe growing, harvesting, packing, and holding of produce, meaning fruits and vegetables grown for human consumption."

21 CFR Part 112 — Standards for the Growing, Harvesting, Packing, and Holding of Produce for Human Consumption — law.cornell.edu

Regulatory status

United States — FDA

Whole food — no specific regulation beyond produce safety.

European Union — EFSA

Whole food.

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