Ingredient

Banana Flavor

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No
Role in food
Manufacturers use banana flavor to impart a banana taste to a wide range of …

What is Banana Flavor?

Banana flavor is a flavoring substance that mimics the taste and aroma of a real banana. It can be derived from natural sources like banana fruit or created artificially using various chemical compounds. Artificial banana flavors are often used to provide a consistent and strong banana taste.

Is Banana Flavor gluten-free?

It does not contain gluten.

Is Banana Flavor a major allergen?

Banana flavor is not derived from any of the nine major allergens recognized by the FDA.

What is Banana Flavor used for?

Manufacturers use banana flavor to impart a banana taste to a wide range of products, especially where real fruit may not be practical or cost-effective.

Is Banana Flavor safe?

In the U.S., artificial flavors are generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA when used as intended.

Why it's used

Manufacturers use banana flavor to impart a banana taste to a wide range of products, especially where real fruit may not be practical or cost-effective. It is commonly found in snacks like popcorn, peanuts, and cookies, as well as in candies, beverages, and baked goods.

Health notes

In the U.S., artificial flavors are generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA when used as intended. Regulatory bodies like JECFA and EFSA have evaluated many flavoring substances. Evidence does not suggest adverse health effects from typical consumption levels of artificial banana flavor. There are no widespread controversies or significant health concerns associated with its use.

Allergen info

Banana flavor is not derived from any of the nine major allergens recognized by the FDA. It does not contain gluten.

Foods that contain Banana Flavor

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Chocolate Banana Granola Minis, Chocolate Banana Inventive Products Laboratories, Inc. Chocolate Banana Granola Minis, Chocolate Banana Cookies & Biscuits 375kcal 8.3Protein 14.6Fat 58.3Carbs Soft Baked Cookies, Banana Pudding Dewey's Bakery, Inc. Soft Baked Cookies, Banana Pudding Cookies & Biscuits 391kcal 4.3Protein 17.4Fat 56.5Carbs Banana Sauce Enriton Natural Foods, Inc. Banana Sauce Ketchup, Mustard, BBQ & Cheese Sauce 129kcal 0Protein 0Fat 29.0Carbs Chocolate Banana Granola Bars, Chocolate Banana Inventive Products Laboratories, Inc. Chocolate Banana Granola Bars, Chocolate Banana Snack, Energy & Granola Bars 375kcal 4.2Protein 10.4Fat 66.7Carbs Rainforest Trail, Rainforest Western Mixers Produce and Nuts Inc. Rainforest Trail, Rainforest Popcorn, Peanuts, Seeds & Related Snacks High in saturated fat — 42% DV per serving 733kcal 13.3Protein 60Fat 80Carbs Breakfast Mix Cinnamon Yogurt Covered Raisins, Oatmeal Cookies, Walnuts & Banana Chips, Breakfast Mix Walgreens Co. Breakfast Mix Cinnamon Yogurt Covered Raisins, Oatmeal Cookies, Walnuts & Banana Chips, Breakfast Mix Other Snacks High in saturated fat — 20% DV per serving High in added sugars — 20% DV per serving 500kcal 6.7Protein 26.7Fat 63.3Carbs Unsweetened Banana Chips, Unsweetened Jo-Lee Food Products, Inc. Unsweetened Banana Chips, Unsweetened Wholesome Snacks High in saturated fat — 45% DV per serving 533kcal —Protein 33.3Fat 56.7Carbs Peanuts, Banana Chips, Cashews, Pineapple, Mango Sunny Day Super Snack Mix, Peanuts, Banana Chips, Cashews, Pineapple, Mango Hammond's Candies Since 1920, LLC Peanuts, Banana Chips, Cashews, Pineapple, Mango Sunny Day Super Snack Mix, Peanuts, Banana Chips, Cashews, Pineapple, Mango Other Snacks 500kcal 13.3Protein 30Fat 46.7Carbs Hong Van, Grass Jelly Drink, Banana, Banana L&W International Co. Hong Van, Grass Jelly Drink, Banana, Banana Other Drinks 43kcal 0Protein 0Fat 10.7Carbs Banana Dried Chips, Banana Weis Markets, Inc. Banana Dried Chips, Banana Wholesome Snacks High in saturated fat — 40% DV per serving 500kcal 0Protein 26.7Fat 66.7Carbs Slap Yo' Momma Banana Pudding Banana Custard With Shortbread Cookie Chunks Artisan Ice Cream, Slap Yo' Momma Banana Pudding Creamalicious LLC Slap Yo' Momma Banana Pudding Banana Custard With Shortbread Cookie Chunks Artisan Ice Cream, Slap Yo' Momma Banana Pudding Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt High in saturated fat — 55% DV per serving High in added sugars — 50% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 32% DV per serving 262kcal 3.9Protein 13.1Fat 30Carbs Banana Yummy Muffins, Banana Outlaw Brokerage Banana Yummy Muffins, Banana Croissants, Sweet Rolls, Muffins & Other Pastries 359kcal 4.2Protein 18.3Fat 43.7Carbs
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Last updated: September 28, 2026

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