Natural Cinnamon

Cinnamon is a spice made from the inner bark of trees belonging to the genus Cinnamomum. The bark is dried and then cut or ground into strips or a powder. It has a warm, sweet flavor and aroma.

Cinnamon is primarily used as a flavoring agent in a wide variety of foods, both sweet and savory. Manufacturers add it to baked goods, cereals, beverages, and desserts to impart its characteristic warm, spicy taste. It is also used in some spice blends and marinades.

Cinnamon is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use as a food ingredient. It is widely consumed in typical food amounts. JECFA has evaluated cinnamon and established specifications for its identity and quality. Some studies suggest cinnamon may have antioxidant properties and could play a role in blood sugar management, but more research is needed to confirm these effects in humans at typical dietary intakes.