Ingredient

Hardwood Smoke

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Source
Not animal-derived
Allergen
No
Role in food
Manufacturers add hardwood smoke to foods to provide a desirable smoky flavor and aroma, …

What it is

Hardwood smoke is a vapor produced by burning hardwoods like oak, hickory, or maple. It is used to impart a smoky flavor and aroma to foods. The smoke is typically filtered and condensed into a liquid or powder form before being added to food products.

Why it's used

Manufacturers add hardwood smoke to foods to provide a desirable smoky flavor and aroma, mimicking traditional smoking methods. It is commonly found in processed meats, cheeses, snacks, and sauces where a smoky taste is desired.

Health notes

Hardwood smoke is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA when used as a flavoring agent. The World Health Organization (WHO) and the International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC) have classified smoke compounds, including those from hardwood smoke, as potentially carcinogenic when inhaled in high concentrations, such as in occupational settings. However, the levels present in food from flavoring are considered much lower and are not associated with increased cancer risk according to regulatory bodies. JECFA has evaluated smoke flavorings and established conditions for their safe use.

Allergen info

Hardwood smoke is not derived from any of the nine FDA major allergens. It does not contain gluten.

Products containing Hardwood Smoke

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PACIFIC SUSTAINABLE SEAFOOD Pacific Sustainable Seafood, Hot Smoked Steelhead Fish & Seafood High in sodium — 29% DV per serving 211kcal 26.3Protein 12.3Fat 1.8Carbs WELISLEY FARMS Smoked Sockeye Salmon Fish & Seafood High in sodium — 30% DV per serving 193kcal 24.6Protein 10.5Fat 0Carbs WELLSLEY FARMS Scottish Style Smoked Sliced Salmon, Scottish Style Fish & Seafood High in sodium — 30% DV per serving 193kcal 21.1Protein 12.3Fat 0Carbs WEGMANS Lox Cream Cheese, Lox Cream Cheese High in saturated fat — 22% DV per serving 286kcal 10.7Protein 28.6Fat 3.6Carbs Acme Smoked Fish Corporation Smoked Trout Meat Fish Unprepared/Unprocessed 140kcal 22.8Protein 6.1Fat 0Carbs The MacKnight Food Group, Inc. Hand Made Smoked Salmon Fleurettes Pickles, Olives, Peppers & Relishes High in saturated fat — 20% DV per serving 160kcal 20Protein 12Fat 0Carbs Dulcich, Inc. Sockeye Salmon, Pepper Fish & Seafood High in sodium — 31% DV per serving 175kcal 28.1Protein 5.3Fat 3.5Carbs Dulcich, Inc. Pacific, Wild Keta Salmon, Original, Original Fish & Seafood High in sodium — 25% DV per serving 158kcal 28.1Protein 2.6Fat 3.5Carbs Dulcich, Inc. Hardwood Smoked Wild Keta Salmon, Pepper Other Snacks High in sodium — 25% DV per serving 158kcal 28.1Protein 2.6Fat 3.5Carbs Dulcich, Inc. Pacific Seafood, Original Atlantic Salmon, Hardwood Smoked, Hardwood Smoked Fish & Seafood High in sodium — 20% DV per serving 281kcal 21.1Protein 21.1Fat 1.8Carbs Dulcich, Inc. King Salmon Fish & Seafood High in sodium — 24% DV per serving 193kcal 21.1Protein 12.3Fat 1.8Carbs Dulcich, Inc. Smoked Chowder With Sockeye Salmon Other Soups High in sodium — 31% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 50% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 20% DV per serving 106kcal 3.7Protein 6.9Fat 7.3Carbs
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Last updated: September 28, 2026

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