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Trigonella Foenum-Graecum Fruit Extract
Trigonella Foenum-Graecum Fruit Extract
Low concern
Fenugreek seed is FDA GRAS as a natural flavoring/spice. Generally well-tolerated; can cause allergic reactions in those with chickpea/peanut allergy and may lower blood glucose.
Found in
11 products
What it is
Extract from fenugreek (Trigonella foenum-graecum) fruit/seed, used in cosmetics and as a botanical food ingredient.
Flavoring agent and herbal supplement; in cosmetics used as a skin conditioning agent.
Why it's flagged
- Possible cross-reactivity in legume-allergic individuals
- Hypoglycemic effect at high doses
What regulators actually say
"Spices and other natural seasonings and flavorings that are generally recognized as safe... Fenugreek, Trigonella foenum-graecum L."
Regulatory status
United States — FDA
Listed as GRAS natural flavoring/spice under 21 CFR 182.10 and 182.20 (fenugreek)
European Union — EFSA
Permitted as a botanical/flavoring; no specific ADI
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