Free Flow Agent & Citrial
What is Free Flow Agent & Citrial?
Citral is a mixture of two isomers, geranial and neral. It is a naturally occurring aldehyde found in the oils of many plants, including lemon, lemongrass, and rose. It can be produced synthetically for use in food.
Is Free Flow Agent & Citrial vegan?
Free Flow Agent & Citrial is not animal-derived. Products that contain it can still include other animal-derived ingredients, so check the full ingredient list.
Is Free Flow Agent & Citrial a major allergen?
Not a major allergen.
What is Free Flow Agent & Citrial used for?
Citral is used as a flavoring agent to impart a lemon-like taste and aroma.
Is Free Flow Agent & Citrial safe?
Citral is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use as a flavoring agent.
Why it's used
Citral is used as a flavoring agent to impart a lemon-like taste and aroma. It is commonly found in beverages, baked goods, candies, and dairy products. It can also be used as a fragrance component in non-food products.
Health notes
Citral is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use as a flavoring agent. It has been evaluated by the Joint FAO/WHO Expert Committee on Food Additives (JECFA), which established an acceptable daily intake. Some studies suggest potential skin sensitization in certain individuals, but this is not typically a concern at the low levels found in food.
Allergen info
Not a major allergen.
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