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Vanillin

Low concern

GRAS flavoring under 21 CFR 182.60. JECFA evaluated vanillin and concluded no safety concern at current intake levels.

Found in
9,604 products

What it is

4-hydroxy-3-methoxybenzaldehyde, the principal flavor compound of vanilla; produced naturally or synthetically (from guaiacol or lignin).

Flavoring agent providing vanilla flavor.

What regulators actually say

"Vanillin — synthetic flavoring substances and adjuvants generally recognized as safe for their intended use"

Regulatory status

United States — FDA

GRAS 21 CFR 182.60

European Union — EFSA

Authorised flavoring substance (FL 05.018)

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