Yucca Schidigera Root Extract
Yucca schidigera extract is permitted by FDA as a natural flavoring/foaming agent in food (21 CFR 172.510). It is generally considered safe at flavoring use levels; no major adverse-health issues are documented in regulatory food assessments.
What it is
Extract of Yucca schidigera root/stem; used as a foaming agent and natural flavoring/foam stabilizer in beverages.
Foaming agent and flavor adjuvant in beverages such as root beer.
Why it's flagged
- high-dose saponin gastrointestinal effects in supplements
What regulators actually say
"The natural flavoring substances and natural substances used in conjunction with flavors... may be safely used in food in accordance with the following conditions... Yucca, Joshua-tree (Yucca brevifolia Engelm.) and Yucca, Mohave (Yucca schidigera Roezl)."
Regulatory status
United States — FDA
Permitted natural flavoring (21 CFR 172.510)
European Union — EFSA
Authorized as feed additive; food use limited
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