Natural Celery Extract
What is Natural Celery Extract?
Natural Celery Extract is derived from celery plants. It is typically produced by extracting compounds from celery using solvents, followed by purification steps.
Is Natural Celery Extract vegan?
Natural Celery Extract is not animal-derived. Products that contain it can still include other animal-derived ingredients, so check the full ingredient list.
Is Natural Celery Extract gluten-free?
Celery is not one of the 9 FDA major allergens, nor is it a source of gluten.
Is Natural Celery Extract a major allergen?
Not a major allergen.
What is Natural Celery Extract used for?
Manufacturers use Natural Celery Extract as a flavoring agent to impart a savory, celery-like taste to foods.
Is Natural Celery Extract safe?
Natural Celery Extract is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use as a flavoring.
Why it's used
Manufacturers use Natural Celery Extract as a flavoring agent to impart a savory, celery-like taste to foods. It is commonly found in processed meats, soups, sauces, and snack foods.
Health notes
Natural Celery Extract is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use as a flavoring. Regulatory bodies like JECFA and EFSA have evaluated celery and its extracts, generally considering them safe for consumption. There is no widespread controversy or significant health concern associated with its typical use in food.
Allergen info
Not a major allergen. Celery is not one of the 9 FDA major allergens, nor is it a source of gluten.
Foods that contain Natural Celery Extract
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