Ingredient

Mustard And Celery Seeds

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Source
Not animal-derived
Allergen
No
Role in food
These seeds are primarily used to add flavor and aroma to foods. They are …

What it is

Mustard seeds are small, round seeds from the mustard plant, typically yellow, brown, or black. Celery seeds are the tiny dried seeds from the celery plant. Both are commonly used as spices.

Why it's used

These seeds are primarily used to add flavor and aroma to foods. They are often found in pickles, relishes, salad dressings, and spice blends, contributing a pungent, slightly bitter taste.

Health notes

Mustard and celery seeds are generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use as spices and flavorings. They are not typically consumed in amounts large enough to cause adverse health effects. International bodies like JECFA and EFSA have evaluated various spices, but specific evaluations for mustard and celery seeds in isolation are not widely publicized. Evidence does not suggest significant health concerns at typical dietary intake levels.

Allergen info

Mustard is one of the 9 FDA major allergens. Celery is not a major allergen. Gluten is not present.

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Last updated: September 28, 2026

Note: This site presents label data from USDA FoodData Central for general information. It is not medical advice. Check the package label; formulations change.