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Turpentine

Low concern

Turpentine oil (steam distilled) is permitted as a flavoring substance in food under 21 CFR 172.510 within a defined list of natural flavorings.

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What it is

Turpentine is an essential oil obtained by distillation of pine resin, composed mainly of monoterpenes (alpha- and beta-pinene); used as a solvent and historically as a flavoring source.

Steam-distilled turpentine oil and certain fractions are listed as flavoring agents in limited applications.

What regulators actually say

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Regulatory status

United States — FDA

Listed in 21 CFR 172.510 (natural flavoring substances) for limited food use.

European Union — EFSA

Evaluated within EU flavoring framework.

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