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Source
Not animal-derived
Allergen
No
Role in food
Manufacturers add cinnamon for its warm, sweet flavor and aroma. Artificial flavor is used …
What it is
Cinnamon is a spice made from the inner bark of trees from the genus Cinnamomum. The bark is dried and then ground into a powder or made into small sticks. Artificial flavor is a substance created in a lab to mimic a natural flavor.
Why it's used
Manufacturers add cinnamon for its warm, sweet flavor and aroma. Artificial flavor is used to enhance or create specific taste profiles in food products. It is commonly found in baked goods like cakes, pies, and cupcakes, as well as snack items.
Health notes
Cinnamon is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA when used as a food ingredient. Coumarin, a compound found in higher concentrations in cassia cinnamon, has been evaluated by EFSA. At very high doses, coumarin can be harmful to the liver in sensitive individuals. However, the levels found in typical food consumption are generally considered safe.
Allergen info
Cinnamon is not one of the FDA's nine major allergens. It does not contain gluten.
Products containing Cinnamon With Artificial Flavor
Note:
This site presents label data from USDA FoodData Central for general information. It is not medical advice.
Check the package label; formulations change.