Mango Flavor

Mango flavor is a substance that provides the taste and aroma of mangoes. It can be derived from natural sources like mango fruit or created synthetically in a lab. Natural flavors are made from plant or animal materials, while artificial flavors are created using chemical compounds.

Manufacturers use mango flavor to impart a mango taste to foods and beverages where fresh mango is not used or to enhance the existing mango flavor. It is commonly found in fruit juices, candies, baked goods, and dairy products.

Mango flavorings, whether natural or artificial, are generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA when used as intended. Regulatory bodies like JECFA and EFSA have evaluated many flavorings, but specific evaluations for every single mango flavor compound may not be publicly available. At typical consumption levels found in food, mango flavors are not associated with adverse health effects.