Gardenia Extract
What is Gardenia Extract?
Gardenia extract is a natural colorant derived from the fruit of the gardenia plant. The fruit is typically dried and then extracted using water or ethanol to obtain the desired color compounds, primarily crocin and crocetin.
Is Gardenia Extract vegan?
Gardenia Extract is not animal-derived. Products that contain it can still include other animal-derived ingredients, so check the full ingredient list.
Is Gardenia Extract a major allergen?
Not a major allergen.
What is Gardenia Extract used for?
Manufacturers use gardenia extract to provide yellow to orange hues in food products.
Is Gardenia Extract safe?
Gardenia extract is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use as a food coloring.
Why it's used
Manufacturers use gardenia extract to provide yellow to orange hues in food products. It is often found in candies, baked goods, beverages, and dairy products where a natural coloring agent is desired.
Health notes
Gardenia extract is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use as a food coloring. Regulatory bodies like JECFA and EFSA have evaluated gardenia extract and its components. Evidence does not suggest adverse health effects from typical dietary intake.
Allergen info
Not a major allergen.
Foods that contain Gardenia Extract
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