Ingredient

Contains 2% Or Less Natural Flavor

Source
Unknown
Not yet classified by editors
Allergen
No
Role in food
Manufacturers use natural flavors to add or boost specific tastes and aromas in foods …

This entry is a label phrase. See the main ingredient page: 2% Or Less Natural Flavor.

What is Contains 2% Or Less Natural Flavor?

Natural flavors are complex mixtures of aromatic compounds derived from natural sources like fruits, vegetables, herbs, spices, and other plant materials. They are created through physical processes such as distillation or extraction, or through enzymatic or microbial processes. The goal is to replicate or enhance the original taste and aroma of the source material.

Is Contains 2% Or Less Natural Flavor a major allergen?

Natural flavors are not a major allergen themselves.

What is Contains 2% Or Less Natural Flavor used for?

Manufacturers use natural flavors to add or boost specific tastes and aromas in foods without using artificial ingredients.

Is Contains 2% Or Less Natural Flavor safe?

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

Why it's used

Manufacturers use natural flavors to add or boost specific tastes and aromas in foods without using artificial ingredients. They are commonly found in a wide range of products, including dairy items like yogurt, frozen desserts, baked goods, and savory dishes such as pizza.

Health notes

In the U.S., natural flavors are generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA when used as intended. International bodies like JECFA have also evaluated flavorings. While generally considered safe at typical consumption levels, the exact composition of natural flavors can vary, and some individuals may have sensitivities to specific components. Evidence does not suggest adverse health effects from natural flavors at the levels typically found in food.

Allergen info

Natural flavors are not a major allergen themselves. However, they can sometimes be derived from or contain components of major allergens. Manufacturers are not required to list specific source ingredients within a natural flavor blend unless they are themselves major allergens and are not otherwise declared.

Foods that contain Contains 2% Or Less Natural Flavor

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Pizza Bites, Cheese Naturally Flavored Cheese Pizza Wrapped In A Crispy, Browned Crust, Cheese Topco Associates, Inc. Pizza Bites, Cheese Naturally Flavored Cheese Pizza Wrapped In A Crispy, Browned Crust, Cheese Pizza 212kcal 5.9Protein 7.1Fat 34.1Carbs Peach Lowfat Greek Strained Yogurt, Peach Game Technology System Inc. Peach Lowfat Greek Strained Yogurt, Peach Yogurt 73kcal 8.7Protein 1.7Fat 6Carbs Chocolate Creme Pie, Chocolate The Schwan Food Company Chocolate Creme Pie, Chocolate Other Frozen Desserts High in saturated fat — 65% DV per serving High in added sugars — 48% DV per serving 367kcal 4.4Protein 21.1Fat 41.1Carbs Key Lime Pie, Key Lime The Schwan Food Company Key Lime Pie, Key Lime Other Frozen Desserts High in saturated fat — 60% DV per serving High in added sugars — 54% DV per serving 359kcal 4.3Protein 17.4Fat 45.6Carbs Strawberry Lowfat Greek Strained Yogurt, Strawberry Game Technology System Inc. Strawberry Lowfat Greek Strained Yogurt, Strawberry Yogurt 71kcal 8.2Protein 1.8Fat 6.5Carbs Blueberry Lowfat Greek Strained Yogurt, Blueberry Game Technology System Inc. Blueberry Lowfat Greek Strained Yogurt, Blueberry Yogurt 73kcal 8.7Protein 1.7Fat 6.7Carbs Chocolate Peanut Crunch Flavored Protein Bar, Chocolate Peanut Crunch Lifestyle Evolution, Inc. Chocolate Peanut Crunch Flavored Protein Bar, Chocolate Peanut Crunch Snack, Energy & Granola Bars High in saturated fat — 25% DV per serving High in added sugars — 44% DV per serving 400kcal 26.7Protein 12Fat 50.7Carbs Summer Sausage The Hillshire Brands Company Summer Sausage Sausages, Hotdogs & Brats High in sodium — 29% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 30% DV per serving 321kcal 17.9Protein 28.6Fat 1.8Carbs Strawberry Parfait Breakfast Smoothie, Strawberry Parfait Wm. Bolthouse Farms Inc. Strawberry Parfait Breakfast Smoothie, Strawberry Parfait Yogurt High in added sugars — 58% DV per serving 84kcal 2.4Protein 1.1Fat 16Carbs Green Goodness 100% Fruit Juice Smoothie A Kiwi, Apple And Mango Flavored Blend Of 4 From Concentrate And 2 Not From Concentrate Juices With Added Ingredients, Kiwi, Apple And Mango Wm. Bolthouse Farms Inc. Green Goodness 100% Fruit Juice Smoothie A Kiwi, Apple And Mango Flavored Blend Of 4 From Concentrate And 2 Not From Concentrate Juices With Added Ingredients, Kiwi, Apple And Mango Fruit & Vegetable Juice, Nectars & Fruit Drinks 50kcal 0.4Protein 0Fat 12.5Carbs 100% Fruit Juice Smoothie A Kiwi, Apple And Mango Flavored Blend Of 4 From Concentrate, Apple And Mango Wm. Bolthouse Farms Inc. 100% Fruit Juice Smoothie A Kiwi, Apple And Mango Flavored Blend Of 4 From Concentrate, Apple And Mango Fruit & Vegetable Juice, Nectars & Fruit Drinks 53kcal 0.7Protein 0Fat 12.4Carbs The Schwan Food Company Jack Nicklaus, Ice Cream, Mint & Chip, Mint & Chip Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt High in saturated fat — 30% DV per serving 219kcal 4.1Protein 11.0Fat 26.0Carbs
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Last updated: September 28, 2026

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