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Vanillin
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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