Ingredient

Contains 2% Or Less: Natural Flavors

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Manufacturers use natural flavors to enhance or impart specific tastes in food products. They …

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

What is Contains 2% Or Less: Natural Flavors?

Natural flavors are complex mixtures derived from plant or animal sources. They are created through processes like heating, fermentation, or enzymatic treatment to capture specific taste and aroma profiles. These flavors are intended to mimic tastes found in nature, such as fruit, spice, or herb essences.

Is Contains 2% Or Less: Natural Flavors gluten-free?

Gluten is not typically associated with natural flavors unless a gluten-containing ingredient is used in the extraction or processing.

Is Contains 2% Or Less: Natural Flavors a major allergen?

Natural flavors are not one of the nine major allergens.

What is Contains 2% Or Less: Natural Flavors used for?

Manufacturers use natural flavors to enhance or impart specific tastes in food products.

Is Contains 2% Or Less: Natural Flavors 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 enhance or impart specific tastes in food products. They are commonly found in beverages, baked goods, dairy products, and savory items. Their function is purely for flavor.

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 and EFSA have also evaluated flavoring substances. While generally considered safe at typical consumption levels, the specific components of natural flavors can vary widely, making broad health statements difficult. Some individuals may experience sensitivities to specific flavor compounds.

Allergen info

Natural flavors are not one of the nine major allergens. However, if derived from a major allergen (like milk or soy), the source may need to be declared under specific labeling rules. Gluten is not typically associated with natural flavors unless a gluten-containing ingredient is used in the extraction or processing.

Foods that contain Contains 2% Or Less: Natural Flavors

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Tropical Green Blend Fruit Juice Smoothie, Tropical Green Blend Safeway, Inc. Tropical Green Blend Fruit Juice Smoothie, Tropical Green Blend Fruit & Vegetable Juice, Nectars & Fruit Drinks 54kcal 0.4Protein 0Fat 12.9Carbs Pineapple Kale Ginger Boost Immunity Fruit & Vegetable Juice Smoothie, Pineapple Kale Ginger Boost Wm. Bolthouse Farms Inc. Pineapple Kale Ginger Boost Immunity Fruit & Vegetable Juice Smoothie, Pineapple Kale Ginger Boost Fruit & Vegetable Juice, Nectars & Fruit Drinks 38kcal 0.4Protein 0Fat 8.8Carbs Blended Coffee Protein Shake Wm. Bolthouse Farms Inc. Blended Coffee Protein Shake Other Drinks 79kcal 6.7Protein 1.0Fat 10.8Carbs Green Immunity Boost 100% Fruit & Vegetable Juice Smoothie, Pineapple; Cucumber; Apple; Ginger; Kale Wm. Bolthouse Farms Inc. Green Immunity Boost 100% Fruit & Vegetable Juice Smoothie, Pineapple; Cucumber; Apple; Ginger; Kale Fruit & Vegetable Juice, Nectars & Fruit Drinks 38kcal 0.4Protein 0Fat 8.7Carbs Superfood Immunity Boost Fruit Juice, Elderberries; Cranberries; Echinacea Wm. Bolthouse Farms Inc. Superfood Immunity Boost Fruit Juice, Elderberries; Cranberries; Echinacea Fruit & Vegetable Juice, Nectars & Fruit Drinks 44kcal 0.4Protein 0.2Fat 10.4Carbs Vanilla Cinnamon Oatmilk Protein Shake, Vanilla; Cinnamon Wm. Bolthouse Farms Inc. Vanilla Cinnamon Oatmilk Protein Shake, Vanilla; Cinnamon Milk High in added sugars — 54% DV per serving 62kcal 4Protein 0.8Fat 9.3Carbs Energy Grapefruit Carrot Orange Juice Smoothie, Grapefruit; Carrot; Orange Wm. Bolthouse Farms Inc. Energy Grapefruit Carrot Orange Juice Smoothie, Grapefruit; Carrot; Orange Fruit & Vegetable Juice, Nectars & Fruit Drinks 44kcal 0.4Protein 0.1Fat 10Carbs Summer Sausage The Hillshire Brands Company Summer Sausage Sausages, Hotdogs & Brats High in sodium — 28% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 30% DV per serving 321kcal 16.1Protein 26.8Fat 1.8Carbs Beef Summer Sausage, Beef The Hillshire Brands Company Beef Summer Sausage, Beef Sausages, Hotdogs & Brats High in sodium — 31% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 35% DV per serving 339kcal 19.6Protein 28.6Fat 1.8Carbs Mixed Berry Parfait Perfectly Protein Breakfast Smoothie, Mixed Berry Parfait Wm. Bolthouse Farms Inc. Mixed Berry Parfait Perfectly Protein Breakfast Smoothie, Mixed Berry Parfait Fruit & Vegetable Juice, Nectars & Fruit Drinks High in added sugars — 64% DV per serving 80kcal 2.4Protein 1.1Fat 14.9Carbs Elderberries + Cranberries + Echinacea + Zinc Fruit Juice Blend Wm. Bolthouse Farms Inc. Elderberries + Cranberries + Echinacea + Zinc Fruit Juice Blend Fruit & Vegetable Juice, Nectars & Fruit Drinks 46kcal 0.4Protein 0.2Fat 10.4Carbs Basic American Foods, Inc. Bean Pasta + Veggie Kit Lentil Penne, Italian Pasta Dinners High in sodium — 21% DV per serving 353kcal 21.2Protein 2.4Fat 63.5Carbs
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Last updated: September 28, 2026

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