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Allergen
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Role in food
Manufacturers add chicken type flavoring to foods to enhance or impart a savory, chicken-like …
What it is
Chicken Type Flavoring is a blend of ingredients designed to mimic the taste of cooked chicken. It is created by combining various natural and artificial flavor compounds, often including yeast extracts, spices, and sometimes small amounts of actual chicken-derived ingredients.
Why it's used
Manufacturers add chicken type flavoring to foods to enhance or impart a savory, chicken-like taste without using large amounts of actual chicken. It is commonly found in soups, sauces, processed meats, and snack foods.
Health notes
Chicken Type Flavoring is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA when used as a flavoring agent. Regulatory bodies like JECFA and EFSA have evaluated many flavor compounds, but specific evaluations for complex flavor blends like this are not always publicly detailed. At typical consumption levels, it is not associated with adverse health effects.
Allergen info
Chicken Type Flavoring is not a major allergen. However, if derived from chicken, it would not be suitable for individuals with a chicken allergy.
Note:
This site presents label data from USDA FoodData Central for general information. It is not medical advice.
Check the package label; formulations change.