Ingredient

Contains Less Than 2% Mustard Flour

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Source
Not animal-derived
Allergen
No
Role in food
Mustard flour is used to add a pungent, spicy flavor to foods. It is …

What it is

Mustard flour is made from ground mustard seeds. The seeds are typically from the white or yellow mustard plant (Sinapis alba or Brassica hirta). The milling process creates a fine powder that is the mustard flour.

Why it's used

Mustard flour is used to add a pungent, spicy flavor to foods. It is a key ingredient in many spice blends, rubs, and marinades. It is also used in salad dressings, sauces, and processed meats.

Health notes

Mustard flour is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use in food. It is not known to have adverse health effects at the levels typically consumed. International bodies like JECFA have evaluated mustard seed and its derivatives, but no specific numeric limits are set for mustard flour in general food use.

Allergen info

Mustard is not one of the 9 major allergens recognized by the FDA. It does not contain gluten.

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Last updated: September 28, 2026

Note: This site presents label data from USDA FoodData Central for general information. It is not medical advice. Check the package label; formulations change.