Ingredient

Flavorings

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Role in food

Manufacturers add flavorings to make foods more appealing and to create consistent taste profiles. …

What it is

Flavorings are substances added to food to give it a specific taste or smell, or to enhance existing flavors. They can be derived from natural sources like fruits, spices, or vegetables, or they can be created artificially in a lab. These substances are often complex mixtures of many chemical compounds.

Why it's used

Manufacturers add flavorings to make foods more appealing and to create consistent taste profiles. They are used in a wide variety of processed foods, including meats like pepperoni and salami, snacks, beverages, and baked goods, to provide distinct tastes or to replace flavors lost during processing.

Health notes

In the United States, flavorings are regulated by the FDA. Both "natural flavors" and "artificial flavors" are generally recognized as safe (GRAS) or are approved food additives when used as intended. The FDA requires that all ingredients, including flavorings, be safe for consumption. International bodies like JECFA and EFSA have evaluated many individual flavoring substances and generally consider them safe at typical intake levels. While the specific ingredients in flavor blends are not always disclosed on labels, the FDA ensures that all components are safe.

Allergen info

Flavorings themselves are not one of the 9 major FDA allergens. However, flavorings can sometimes contain ingredients derived from major allergens, such as milk or soy. If a major allergen is present in a flavoring, it must be declared on the food label according to FDA regulations.

Products containing Flavorings

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Conagra Brands BANQUET Original Patties High in saturated fat — 25% DV per serving —kcal 12Protein 30Fat 2Carbs Conagra Brands Chili with Beans - #10 Can, 108 OZ High in sodium — 52% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 40% DV per serving —kcal 7.2Protein 7.6Fat 11.6Carbs ECHELON FOODS Echelon Foods, Turducken Turkey Frozen Poultry, Chicken & Turkey 161kcal 17.9Protein 8.0Fat 4.5Carbs MEIJER Meijer, Sweet & Smokey Pork Tenderloin Wrapped In Applewood Bacon Other Meats High in sodium — 24% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 27% DV per serving 196kcal 23.2Protein 9.8Fat 4.5Carbs AHOLD Point Cut Corned Beef Brisket Other Meats High in sodium — 48% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 30% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 22% DV per serving 195kcal 12.4Protein 15.0Fat 0Carbs WUNDERBAR Wunderbar, German Brand, Bologna, Made With Pork, Chicken, Beef Pepperoni, Salami & Cold Cuts High in sodium — 21% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 30% DV per serving 286kcal 10.7Protein 25Fat 5.4Carbs BOAR'S HEAD Olive Loaf Pepperoni, Salami & Cold Cuts High in sodium — 27% DV per serving 214kcal 10.7Protein 17.9Fat 1.8Carbs AHOLD Ahold, German Brand Bologna Pepperoni, Salami & Cold Cuts High in sodium — 28% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 20% DV per serving 286kcal 12.5Protein 23.2Fat 3.6Carbs GIANT Giant, Hard Salami Pepperoni, Salami & Cold Cuts High in sodium — 20% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 20% DV per serving 393kcal 21.4Protein 35.7Fat 0Carbs

AdvancePierre Foods Inc. Breaded Chicken Sandwich, Breaded Chicken Patty On A Bun Frozen Appetizers & Hors D'oeuvres High in sodium — 27% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 20% DV per serving 317kcal 12.2Protein 15.1Fat 33.8Carbs ESSKAY Beef Franks Sausages, Hotdogs & Brats High in saturated fat — 25% DV per serving 311kcal 8.9Protein 28.9Fat 4.4Carbs FREIRICH FLAVOR Freirich Flavor, Beef Eye Round Roast, Garlic & Pepper Other Meats High in sodium — 32% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 22% DV per serving 98kcal 18.8Protein 1.3Fat 3.6Carbs

Last updated: September 28, 2026

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