Ingredient

Natural Flavor Enhancer

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Role in food

Manufacturers use natural flavors to enhance or create specific taste profiles in a wide …

What it is

Natural flavors are complex mixtures derived from natural sources like plants, spices, fruits, or animal products. They are created through physical, enzymatic, or microbiological processes, and are used to impart specific tastes and aromas to food.

Why it's used

Manufacturers use natural flavors to enhance or create specific taste profiles in a wide variety of foods. They are commonly found in processed foods, baked goods, beverages, and dairy products, aiming to replicate or boost desirable flavors.

Health notes

In the US, natural flavors are generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA when used as intended. Regulatory bodies like the Joint FAO/WHO Expert Committee on Food Additives (JECFA) and the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) have evaluated many flavorings. Evidence does not suggest adverse health effects from typical consumption levels of natural flavors.

Allergen info

Natural flavors are not considered a major allergen by the FDA. However, they can sometimes be derived from common allergens, and manufacturers are not required to specifically list the source ingredients of natural flavors.

Products containing Natural Flavor Enhancer

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Camino Real Foods, Inc. Beef & Bean/Red Chili Burrito, Beef & Bean/Red Chili Frozen Dinners & Entrees High in sodium — 21% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 30% DV per serving 292kcal 8.0Protein 14.2Fat 34.5Carbs Fifty-50 Foods, Inc. Low Glycemic Crunch Chocolate Bar Chocolate High in saturated fat — 35% DV per serving 452kcal 6.5Protein 38.7Fat 51.6Carbs Bellisio Foods Inc Michelina's, Lean Gourmet, Maxican-Style Bake With Enchilada Sauce Frozen Dinners & Entrees High in sodium — 27% DV per serving 133kcal 5.0Protein 3.7Fat 19.9Carbs Chincoteague Seafood Co., Inc. Cream Of Crab Soup Canned Soup High in sodium — 36% DV per serving 83kcal 4.6Protein 2.5Fat 9.6Carbs Chincoteague Seafood Co., Inc. Vegetable Red Crab Soup Canned Soup High in sodium — 38% DV per serving 38kcal 2.1Protein 1.0Fat 5Carbs Safeway, Inc. Bags Of Gold Cheese, Spinach & Artichoke Appetizers Frozen Appetizers & Hors D'oeuvres High in sodium — 32% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 30% DV per serving 275kcal 8.4Protein 12.7Fat 28.2Carbs Pearson Foods Corporation Ginger Beef Rich Ginger Beef Flavored Broth, Fresh Asian Vegetables, Fresh Ramen Noodles & Zesty Ginger Meal, Ginger Beef Other Deli High in sodium — 63% DV per serving 159kcal 3.7Protein 3.3Fat 30.8Carbs

Chung's Foods, Inc. Chicken Mini Egg Rolls, Chicken Frozen Appetizers & Hors D'oeuvres High in sodium — 24% DV per serving 189kcal 6.6Protein 4.2Fat 30.2Carbs Enjoy Life Natural Brands, LLC Mixed Berry Baked Chewy Bars, Mixed Berry Snack, Energy & Granola Bars 393kcal 3.6Protein 8.9Fat 75Carbs

Chincoteague Seafood Co., Inc. Premium White Clam Sauce Other Cooking Sauces High in sodium — 21% DV per serving 100kcal 3.3Protein 6.7Fat 7.5Carbs

Chung's Foods, Inc. Vegetable Egg Rolls With Dipping Sauce, Vegetable Frozen Appetizers & Hors D'oeuvres High in sodium — 21% DV per serving 198kcal 5.8Protein 5.8Fat 30.2Carbs H & U, Inc. Spicy Sesame Noodles Ramen With Soup Base, Spicy Sesame All Noodles 200kcal 6.1Protein 0.6Fat 42.2Carbs

Last updated: September 28, 2026

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