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Role in food
Manufacturers add hickory flavor to provide a smoky, barbecue-like taste to foods. It is …
What it is
Hickory flavor is a flavoring agent that mimics the smoky taste of hickory wood. It is typically made from a combination of natural and artificial compounds, often including smoke distillates or extracts derived from burning hickory wood, along with other flavor chemicals.
Why it's used
Manufacturers add hickory flavor to provide a smoky, barbecue-like taste to foods. It is commonly found in products like barbecue sauces, marinades, processed meats such as sausages and hot dogs, and seasoning blends.
Health notes
Hickory flavor is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA when used as a flavoring agent. Regulatory bodies like JECFA and EFSA have evaluated various flavoring substances. At typical consumption levels, it is not associated with adverse health effects. Evidence on the long-term effects of consuming artificial flavorings is ongoing.
Allergen info
Hickory flavor is not derived from any of the nine major allergens recognized by the FDA. It does not contain gluten.
Note:
This site presents label data from USDA FoodData Central for general information. It is not medical advice.
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